HOWARD COUNTY — A house is a structure with a roof, walls, doors and windows.

A home is a place of security, comfort and belonging.

Home of Our Own (HOOO) is on a mission to help families in need in Howard County to turn their empty living space into a warm, happy home.

"We want to give back dignity, respect and choice that has been taken away for whatever reason," said founder Betty Pearson.

HOOO works with families who are referred to them by agencies throughout the county to pick out furniture and household goods like pots and pans, lamps and sheets.

"Bathroom items, towels, a shower curtain. Simple things I think we take for granted," Pearson said. "We help people who are dealing with homelessness, our veterans. We’ve helped families who have dealt with house fires."

Pearson says

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