Greentree Purple Team- Gonzalez Roblero Family

Build Dates: January 16th & 17th

Family Information:

Father- Rogelio

• Age: 32
• Profession: Factory Worker
• Weekly Salary: $52

Mother- Mirelia 777

• Age: 31
• Profession: Factory Worker
• Weekly Salary: $64

Children-

• Jaqueline, 13 yrs, 8th Grade (girl)
• Diego, 9 months (boy)

Property Information:

Colonia- Las Flores
Time with property- 8 years
Electricity-
Running Water-

Family Story:

Rogelio and Mirelia are from Chiapas and here in Ensenada is where they got together. They were renting a place near where they both work. A year after getting together, Jaqueline was born, and Mirelia continued working. Jaqueline was left with people Mirelia trusted to care for her while she was working. Mirelia struggled to get pregnant after Jaqueline. When Jaqueline was 5, she did get pregnant, but it was an ectopic pregnancy where the baby developed on the outside of the uterus. They did a c-section, but one of the ovaries became infected and had to be removed and she was left with only one. She was then no longer able to get pregnant. After 8 years, Mirelia did get pregnant again and Diego was born. At first, there were no complications; but when Diego was born, he had respiratory problems, but is doing well today. Both Mirelia and Rogelio work in a factory from 7am to 5pm. An aunt sold them the piece of land they own. She sold it to them so they could stop paying rent and own their own place. The land is paid for and they have been living there for 8 years. They bought a trailer 8 years ago and that is where they have lived ever since.

Greentree Red Team- Arambula Perez Family

Build Dates: January 16 & 17

Family Information:

Mother- Elvia

• Age: 47
• Profession: Cleans bathrooms at Circle K
• Weekly Salary: $50

 

 

Children-

• Cecila, 16 yrs (unable to speak)
• Diego, 12 yrs, 6th Grade
• Marely, 9 yrs, 4th Grade

Property Information:

Colonia- Basurero Viejo
Time with property- 4 months
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Elvia is a single mother. She left her first husband (the father of Cecilia and Diego) when Diego was born. She met another man and they had Marely, but they later separated as well. She decided it was best for her to live alone after it not working out with other men. Elvia works at a gas station (Circle K) and cleans the bathrooms from 7am to 3pm. Right now she is looking for another job closer to where they live. She leaves for work before the children go to school and has to be sure they have everything they need before she leaves, they are then left to get themselves to school and home. The oldest, Cecila, was born with a disability and is unable to speak. Elvia's first husband used to beat Cecila when she was only 2 years old, he was Cecila's biological father. Elvia thinks that maybe more abuse went on as Cecila to this day doesn't like people to touch her or hug her. Elvia rented a house until she had the chance to get a piece of land on credit. She moved her family there and a friend lent her a small trailer for them to live in. The trailer is small and not in good conditions. It has been a lot of sacrifice for Elvia to be able to make the payments on her land and on her own, she is unable to be able to build a proper home for her children.

New Life-

Build Dates: December 31st & January 1st

Family Information:

Mother- Viridiana

• Age:33
• Profession: Peddler
• Weekly Salary: $31

Children-

• Jorge, 15 yrs, 7th Grade (boy)
• Jose, 14 yrs, 7th Grade (boy)
• Maria Valentina, 8 yrs, 3rd Grade (girl)
• Javier, 6 yrs, Kindergarten (boy)

Property Information:

Colonia- San Francisco
Time with property- 
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Viridiana was living with her mother when she found out about these plots of land for sale on credit. She applied for one and begin making payments. A couple months ago she built a structure on the land using pieces of wood given to her by her parents. The father of Jose and Jorge doesn't help them in any way; the other children's father will sometimes help financially. Viridiana works selling beauty products, but doesn't have a stable salary from that. The youngest son, Javier, suffered from a stroke on the right side and was left with a partial paralysis of the right side of his body. He receives therapy, is able to walk, and is getting better little by little. He is able to speak, but not very clear. It is very hard on Viridiana to cover all their household and personal expenses from transportation and food, to Javier's therapy, and payments on their land. Viridiana lives alone with the children and because of that, is unable to have a full-time job. The only support she gets is occasional help from one of the father's and her parents. 

Calvary Chapel- Hernandez Amador Family

Build Dates: December 29th & 30th

Family Information:

Mother- Monica

• Age: 29
• Profession: Tortilla Maker
• Weekly Salary: $50

Children-

• Cristian, 13 yrs, 7th Grade (boy)
• Kenia, 9 yrs, 4th Grade (girl)

Property Information:

Colonia- 89
Time with property- 
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Monica met the father of her children when she was 15 years old and they were together for 7 years and they had 2 children. But he left them 3 months after the birth of their daughter. It was very hard for them as the girl was born with respiratory problems and suffers from asthma attacks frequently. When she was little she was hospitalized often, sometimes for up to a week. She is more stable now and hasn't suffered an attack in the past year. The son has been very strong and healthy; and he has never stopped studying. Monica works mornings at a tortilla shop. She and the kids have always lived with Monica's father because he is alone and appreciated the help around the home. Monica's brother also lives there and has caused problems for them because he doesn't like all the noise or the lack of space with having the kids.

True U Purple Team- Martinez Rizos Family

Build Dates: December 5th & 6th

Family Information:

Father- Joel

• Age: 23
• Profession: Works at Gas Station
• Weekly Salary: $56

Mother- Brenda

• Age: 23
• Profession: N/A
• Weekly Salary: N/A

Children-

• Brianna, 5 yrs, Kindergarten (girl)
• Poleth, 2 yrs, Preschool (girl)

Property Information:

Colonia- Portal de Las Brisas
Time with property- 
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Joel and Brenda are from Michoacan, where Joel worked at a grocery store until he was laid off. It was then very difficult to find a good job. Michoacan is suffering from great economical problems and drug traffickers. His wife Brenda didn't want him to feel pressured to enter into the world of drugs, so they decided it was best to move. They came to Ensenada where Brenda's sister was living. At first they were living with Brenda's sister, but they had a lot problems with that and decided to rent their own place. Joel found a stable job working at a gas station. They rented the house fro a year and a half but found it difficult to be able to keep making the payments on Joel's salary. They stopped renting and found a piece of land to buy on credit. They moved their family to their land where they now live in a small house they made from old pallets.

True U Blue Team- Lopez Salvador Family

Build Dates: December 5th & 6th

Family Information:

Father- Gumaro

• Age: 32
• Profession: Field Worker
• Weekly Salary: $63

Mother- Petra

• Age: 30
• Profession: N/A
• Weekly Salary: N/A

Children-

• Leonardo, 8 yrs, 1st Grade (boy)
• Daniela, 5 yrs (girl)

Property Information:

Colonia- Miramar
Time with property- 
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Gumaro and Petra are from Oaxaca. They came to Ensenada 7 years ago due to a lack of money and work in Oaxaca. Petra and Gumaro have been married for 8 years and have 2 children. Petra's family is also living with them at the moment. Gumaro is currently unable to speak due to an accident 6 years ago that left him without his voice. Petra stays home to care for their children while Gumaro works. They live in a small house made mostly of tarps with a dirt floor, it is in very bad conditions. They have no money to use to build them a proper home. This family has never had their own home and their daughter who is five has been raised in in very poor conditions. They have faith that one day they will be able to have something better.  

True U Red Team- Serapio Santos Family

Build Dates: December 5th & 6th

Family Information:

Father- Roberto

• Age: 24
• Profession: Packer
• Weekly Salary: $62

Mother- Marcela

• Age: 27
• Profession: N/A
• Weekly Salary: N/

Children-

• Imelda, 8 ys, 1st Grade (girl)
• Samuel, 5 yrs, Kindergarten (boy)
• Josue, 3 yrs (boy)
• Elias, 8 months (boy)

Property Information:

Colonia- Paraiso
Time with property- 
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Roberto came to Ensenada in 2005 when he started working on a ranch for 4 years. At that time he was accused of theft and decided to leave and go to San Quentin where he worked for 5 years. He recently moved to Ensenada and found work at a packing facility. He met Marcela while at the ranch and have been together since 2007. After renting small rooms for years, they decided it was best to invest in a piece of land. They got a lot on credit and currently make payments around $60 a month. Roberto built them a very small place that measures 2.5 meters on each side. He bought the beams and wood and tied it together with cardboard; their roof is plastic and tarps. They have lived on their property for 4 months now.  

Defenders Blue- Martinez Lopez Family

Build Dates: November 27th & 28th

Family Information:

Father- Ismael

• Age: 23
• Profession:
• Weekly Salary: $54

Mother- Norma

• Age: 22
• Profession: None

Children-

• Gustavo
• Gerardo

Property Information:

Colonia- Basurero Viejo
Time with property- 1 year
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Norma and Ismael are from Oaxaca. They met in Oaxaca and came to Ensenada together 3 years ago looking for better work and a better future for their children. For two years they rented a small room that was in bad conditions. In the meantime, Ismael was looking for a good, stable job. Ismael now has a job and earns around $54 a week, but that isn't enough to make ends meet. He works from 7 am to 3:30 pm packing vegetables. They now have two small sons in diapers who require a lot of attention and Norma stays home with them because they don't have anyone else to watch them in order for Norma to work.

Defenders Red- Martinez Sanchez Family

Build Dates: November 27th & 28th

Family Information:

Father- Macario

• Age: 34
• Profession: Field Worker
• Salary: $8.80/day

Mother- Maricela

• Age: 28

Children-

• Adriana, 10 yrs, 5th Grade (girl)
• Javier, 5 yrs, Kindergarten (boy)
• Luis, 3 yrs (boy)

Property Information:

Colonia- Basurero Viejo
Time with property- 7 months
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Macario and Maricela are both originally from Oaxaca. They came to Ensenada looking for work because in Oaxaca there aren't many options. At the time they only had their daughter Adriana. Macario found work with his cousins and with others who offered him jobs here and there. They had two more children while living in a place that one of Macario's cousins lent them. Macario was able to get land on credit and there he built a room from plywood and plastic for his family to live in. Where there land is used to be a garbage dump. Macario currently works in the fields and his schedule is from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; Maricela stays home caring for their 3 children. It has been difficult for them to be able to build something because they do not have the resources needed to do so.

Seattle Church Red- Gomez Santiago Family

Build Dates: November 23rd-25th

Family Information:

Father- Armando

• Age: 23
• Profession: Works at Fruit Store
• Weekly Salary: $57

Mother- Silvia

• Age: 20
• Profession: Homemaker

Children-

• Evelin, 3 yrs, Preschool (boy)
• Sofia, 4 yrs, Kindergarten (girl)

Property Information:

Colonia- Paraiso
Time with property- 1 year
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Armando and Silvia met at a very young age while working in the fields, he was 17 and she was 15. A year after getting together they had their first daughter Sofia, and later they had their second daughter Evelyn. During that time they were living with Silvia's family, but due to problems within the family they had to move out. They went to live on a ranch and work there as laborers. The girls were there with them while they worked because they didn't have anyone to help. This situation was very hard for them, but one of Silvia's brothers approached them and insisted that Armando go and work for him instead. They moved once again and over time were able to get a piece of land on credit and with the help of Silvia's brother they were able to get some wood and and build a place for them to live. What they used to build the walls was borrowed and at some point they may need to give them back. If this happens they do not have another option for a place to live. They have tried to buy the materials they need to build a better home, but sometimes it is too difficult.

Seattle Church Blue- Cortez Santiago Family

Build Dates: November 23rd-25th

Family Information:

Father- Luis

• Age: 30
• Profession: Works at a Fruit Store
• Weekly Salary: $53

Mother- Trinidad

• Age: 22
• Profession: Homemaker

Children-

• Victor Manuel, 5 yrs, Kindergarten (boy)
• Jazmin Lili, 2 yrs (girl)

Property Information:

Colonia- El Veladero
Time with property- 3 months
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Trinidad and her husband lived with her sister-in-law and they take care of the house when the sister-in-law was away. The sister-in-law kicked them out and Trinidad and Luis had to find a place to live. They got a piece of land on credit and lived there for a long time, without a bathroom or materials to build a house. Where they live there are lots of ticks and other insects because of the dirt and Luis hasn't had the money to lay a cement floor. Trinidad has another sister-in-law that is sick down south and Luis wants to visit her, but hasn't been able to. Trinidad has to work along with Luis just for them to be able to pay for the basic expenses of their family. This family needs a house because they don't have the resources needed to do something more stable and better for their children. Their children are very young and struggle with sickness because of the conditions they live in. Their roof is bad and there are holes and openings throughout their place where the wind and rains enter.

Seattle Church Green- Solana Martinez Family

Build Dates: November 23rd-25th

Family Information:

Father- Irene

• Age: 40
• Profession: Disabled
• Weekly Salary: N/A

Mother- Margarita

• Age: 39
• Profession: Homemaker
• Weekly Salary: N/A
   

Children-

• Jared, 7 yrs, 2nd Grade
• Darwin, 18 yrs, works
• Uriel, 19 yrs, works
• Ulises, 21 yrs, works

Property Information:

Colonia- Paraiso
Time with property- 2 years
Electricity- Yes
Running Water- They Buy Water

Family Story:

Margarita and Irene left Oaxaca 6 years ago and went to live in La Paz, but Irene ran into the same problems they had in Oaxaca- a lack of work and not enough money to pay the bills. He decided to move the family to Ensenada where they found a home to rent. They were struggling to pay the rent so they decided to get a piece of land on credit even though that would leave them with no money as well but it was better because in the future they would own it. Irene was in a work related accident last November and because of that, he hasn't been able to find work as he is unable to lift heavy things. His three oldest boys had to give up studying in order to help their parents. This family have been living on their land for 2 years. They built a home from cardboard, old wood, plastic and tarps. The youngest son Jared has problems with anemia and has to be taken to the doctor every 2 months to get treated for it. This family is unable to build a home for themselves. They know that God is faithful and will provide a home for their children when it is the right time.

Next Step Advisor's- Martinez Vazquez Family

Build Dates: November 13th & 14th, 2015

Family Information:

Father- Antonio

• Age: 47
• Profession: Works on a Ranch
• Weekly Salary:

Mother- Zoila

• Age: 41
• Profession: Housekeeper
  • Salary: $25 for 2 days work every week

Children-

• Luis, 13 yrs, 7th Grade (boy)

Property Information:

Colonia- Fracc. Arce
Time with property- 1 year
Electricity-No
Running Water- They buy water

Family Story:

Antonio and Zoila are from Oaxaca. They had moved to the USA illegally and there is where they had their 2 children. 5 years ago they decided to return to Mexico because they couldn't find good work and the rent was expensive. When they got back to Mexico they decided to buy a piece of land on credit here in Ensenada. A neighbor helped them by giving them a little trailer, but that trailer is not in good conditions anymore. They have tried to buy beams and wood in order to build something, but have been unable to. They have 2 children, but Melina their daughter, doesn't live with them. Melina has kidney problems and stayed in the USA to receive medical treatments. Melina lives with some people they know and works to be able to pay for her expenses there. Zoila works cleaning houses 2 or 3 times a week and Antonio works at a ranch feeding horses twice a day for 3 hours each time. They also send their daughter money to cover her rent. At the moment, they are unable to build themselves a house.

Wenatchee- Saavedra Leyva Family

Build Dates: November 8th & 9th, 2015

Family Information:

Mother- Gabriela

• Age: 44
• Profession: Field Worker
• Weekly Salary: $50

Children-

• Yesenia, 10 yrs, 5th Grade (girl)
• Jonathan, 4 yrs, Kindergarten (boy)
• Anahi, 3 yrs (girl)

Property Information:

Colonia- 2 de Septiembre
Time with property- 23 years
Electricity- Yes
Running Water- Yes

Family Story:

Gabriela is a single mother who had 4 children. 1 passed away last year; 1 has been in jail for 2 years now for a crime they didn't commit, but is expected to be released anytime; her other 2 daughters have struggled with drugs, 1 is in rehab and the other works in the fields in Maneadero. Her daughters had a son and 2 daughters of their own, but the children were taken away from their parents by DIF and Gabriela is now their legal caretaker/guardian. They are currently living in Maneadero in a house that has been lent to them for a time for Gabriela to be able to work in the fields nearby because their house had burned down a year ago. Gabriela earns $50 a week working in the fields. Her son that is in jail is planning to live with her as soon as he is released. He has a wife and 2 month of baby.

Sparks Blue Team- Vargas Rodriguez Family

Build Dates: October 31st-November 1st

Family Information:

Mother- Maria Rocio

• Age: 28
• Profession: Makes tortillas
• Weekly Salary: $50

Children-

• Josselyn, 7 yrs, 2nd Grade (girl)
• Hugo, 5 yrs, Kindergarten (boy)

Property Information:

Colonia- Paraiso
Time with property- 4 months
Electricity-
Running Water-

Family Story:

Rocio is a single mother. The children's father treated Rocio badly, and Rocio decided separate from him for a while. After getting back together she realized he hadn't changed and decided to leave him for good. She felt this was best for her and her children. It has been very difficult for Rocio being a single mother and having to care for 2 children. Thankfully, Rocio had the support of her mother who helped her by paying their rent. Rocio's family encouraged her to get land so she could have her own home and not need to worry about paying rent each month. Now, instead of paying rent, Rocio uses that money to make payments towards the land she bought on credit. With the help of her uncle and brother-in-law, she was also able to put up a small structure where they mow live. Rocio used to work in the fields as a day laborer, but she has now started her own business making and selling tortillas. The money she ears she uses for the home on food, water, electricity, clothing, the children's school, and land payments. Rocio's desire is to give a home to her children and a better life. It has been difficult for her with all of their expenses, but she has hope that one day they will be able to live in a safe and peaceful home.

Sparks Red Team- Vargas Garcia Family

Build Dates: October 31st-November 1st

Family Information:

Mother- Mariana

• Age: 22
• Profession: Field Worker
• Weekly Salary: $56

Children-

• Jennifer, 3 yrs

Property Information:

Colonia- Paraiso
Time with property- 6 months
Electricity- No
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Mariana is from San Luis where she was married and became pregnant. The baby became ill so she came to Ensenada. The baby was born with heart complications and died at the age of 3. During this time, Mariana and her husband separated and didn't get back together. Mariana met another man and married him, and when her first child passed away, she discovered she was pregnant with her daughter Jennifer. After Jennifer was born, Mariana had to leave her second husband because he became abusive towards her and their daughter. Mariana's sister encouraged her to also get her own piece of land since she had been living with family members and hadn't had her own place. It was 6 months ago when Mariana made her down payment and moved to her land. She paid for someone to build them a small wood structure and roof. Mariana works as a day laborer in the fields, starting at 6am and leaving when done. Mariana has to pay her neighbor about $4 a day to watch her daughter while she is away. Mariana doesn't have electricity, but her other neighbor is her sister and her sister passes her electricity at night. Jennifer's daughter wants nothing to do with her and doesn't pay any child support. 

Seattle Bridge Church- Bernal Ramos Family

Build Dates: October 29th-30th

Family Information:

Father- Noe

• Age: 33
• Profession: Driver
• Weekly Salary: $75

Mother- Mirelli

• Age: 26
• Profession: Homemaker
• Weekly Salary: N/A

Children-

• Noemi, 14 yrs, 9th Grade
• Mirely, 9 yrs, 4th Grade
• Leslie, 7 yrs, 2nd Grade
• Nesly, 4 yrs, Kindergarten

Property Information:

Colonia- Ruiz Cortinez
Time with property- 9 months
Electricity- Yes
Running Water- No

Family Story:

Noe was a single father with a 5 year old daughter, Noemi, and they lived in Mexicali. Mirelli, also from Mexicali, met Noe when she was 16 years old, and they started dating. Mirelli's family didn't accept the relationship and they kicked her out, so she moved in with Noe and his mother. They lived there for a year and a half, but they had many problems there between the two families. Noe's mother took care of Noemi while Noe and Mirelli made the move to Ensenada. Obviously, they went back to Mexicali for their daughter, but they have been in Ensenada ever since, living with Noe's mother. There have been many disagreements and fights amongst them due to the fact that they are living with the mother-in-law. As a family, they want to be able to live in peace and separate themselves some from the issues that they have had to deal with over the years. After a long struggle, they were able to find a piece of land which theybought on credit. They are currently living on their land in a small trailer. Inside the trailer are 2 beds and their kitchen has to be setup outside as there is no room in the trailer for all of them and their 4 children. Noe is a driver of a pipe that delivers water to different neighborhoods, while Mirella is a stay at home mom. Their desire is to have a home for their children. The trailer is insufficient for all of them and it has been hard on Noe with his small salary to be able to provide something better since they moved out of his mother's home. 

Evergreen- Ochoa Chavez Family

Build Dates: October 22nd-24th

Family Information:

Father- Ramon

• Age: 43
• Profession:
• Weekly Salary:

Mother- Marisol

• Age: 40
• Profession: Works in a factory
• Weekly Salary: $44

Children-

• Cesar, 12 yrs, 7th Grade
• Abner, 4 yrs, Kindergarten

Property Information:

Colonia- Loma Linda
Time with property- 
Electricity- Yes
Running Water- Yes

Family Story:

Ramon and Marisol met 22 years ago in Sonora through their work. They started dating and moved in together and went back and forth between renting and living with family members. Ramon and Marisol had 5 children, 2 girls and 3 boys. The last place they lived was with Ramon's grandma, but she kicked them out and so Ramon decided to buy them their own land. The land which they now have was donated to them as a favor from the man who owned it, that way they could have their own place. Ramon built a small structure for their house from old scrap wood and plastic. Ramon used to work in construction, but he had to have knee surgery after being in an accident that shattered his knee. Since then he hasn't been able to return to that work. He works little jobs here and there in order to help his wife financially. Marisol works in a factory earning around $44 a week, and that is what they live off of. The 3 eldest children are married and living on their own, only the 2 younger boys are still at home. Ramon needs a house because the house he built is old and in very bad conditions; it leaks and has no insulation from the weather outside. They want a safe and healthy place for their family. 

Osborn- Cabrera Rasgado Family

Build Dates: October 15, 16, 17

Family Information:

Father- Levi

• Age: 50
• Profession: Electronics Repairman
• Weekly Salary: $37

Mother- Cristina

• Age: 40
• Profession:
• Weekly Salary: $55

 

Children-

• Levi Antonio, 21 yrs
• Cristian, 20 yrs
• Martha, 11 yrs
• Yesica, 8 yrs

Property Information:

Colonia- 2 de Septiembre
Time with property- 7 years
Electricity-
Running Water-

Family Story:

Cristina and Levi met in Oaxaca 25 years ago and they had 3 children together before moving to Ensenada. They came to Ensenada 12 years ago for work because the salaries in Oaxaca were very low. At first, they just went from house to house renting whatever they could afford.  Eight years ago, they moved in with Cristina's brother. He later sold them a piece of his land so they could build their own place to live. They do not owe anything on their land, but the current house is in very bad conditions. When it rains, it leaks in the house. This winter it is expected to rain a lot and they are not looking forward to all the problems this will bring. Their oldest daughter has health problems and they have to buy her medications. With the household expenses, health expenses, and their low income- it is very difficult for this family to be able to improve their living conditions. Levi was working at a factory, and Cristina worked selling desserts on the streets for 3 years. Cristina had to go back to Oaxaca to be with her mother who had become very ill from cancer, and Levi decided to leave the factory to care for his children while their mother was away. He works from home when he can repairing electronics. Cristina was gone for 8 months and since she has been back, she has started cleaning homes as a little side job to help bring in a little more money when needed.

Mt Soledad- Miranda Napoles Family

Build Dates: October 13th & 14th

Family Information:

Father-Israel

• Age: 38
• Profession: Factory Worker
• Weekly Salary: $65

Mother-Rocio

• Age: 33
• Profession: Homemaker
• Weekly Salary: N/A

Children-

• Juan, 14 yrs, 8th Grade (boy)
• Natividad, 76 yrs, Rocio's mother

Property Information:

Colonia- Revolucion
Time with property-
Electricity- Yes
Running Water- Yes

Family Story:

Israel and Rocio have been married for 14 years. For about Roadwire10 years they were renting in different places, paying up to $100 a month. They got to the point where they couldn’t do that anymore. Rocio’s mother donated a piece of land, which is where they currently live. They have a 14 year old son who is a student, and Rocio also cares for her mother full-time. Rocio’s mother has a small room on the property and that is also where Rocio cooks as she doesn’t have a stove of her own. Israel and Rocio have a small place that they made of old wood that was given to them and the floor is just dirt. They only have one bed which is a full size mattress where Israel, Rocio and their son all sleep together; except for the times Juan goes and stays with his grandma. Israel works in a factory where he has a salary of $65 a week. Rocio cares for her son and her mother, who is completely dependent on them. They are unable to build themselves a proper home on Israel’s income alone.