Appalachian Hunger Tour June 1-3, 2000 / 0328

Andy Snow
6/14/00

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Bernice Miller, who is 87, does not get out of her subsidized apartment very much. She suffers from asthma, severe allergies and has been recovering slowly from a recent stroke. Fortunately her nephew, who works at the food bank in Logan, takes care of her as best he can. Even with his help, she has just $800 each month to spend and almost half of that goes for medication. Even with her housing subsidy, she pays more than 25 percent of her income for rent and utilities. "The meals are good and good for you," she said in a voice that was weak, but determined. When we thanked her for allowing us into her living room, she echoed the common Appalachian courtesy, saying, "my father taught me not to close the door on anyone."