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Betty McCoy Avera Oral History Broomfield Out LoudEntry/Object ID
2024.6.6Scope and Content
Oral history interview with Betty McCoy Avera for Broomfield Out Loud, interviewed by Marrty Dormish on August 24, 2023.
Subject matter:
Born in West Virginia
Grew up in Washington, DC and Maryland
Married for almost 35 years to her second husband
9 children
Eviction
COVID-19 Pandemic
The Refuge connections and getting housed
The Refuge outreach services
Almost Home Inc.
Her babies (dogs), two Pomeranian-poodles, Gus and Sassy
Friends at the Refuge and their group nickname the Bank Robber Gang
Challenges of living out of a vehicle with dogs and her son
Living on Supplemental Security Income
Programs and services to help unhoused individuals during bad weather
Humana insurance
Safe parking
Lessons and advice for those in a similar situation: watch your money and be aware of others around you, know your legal rights when it comes to eviction notices
Travel
Retirement party for her late husband
Jobs she has had over the years, including working as a secretary, payroll clerk, bartender, cook, and waitress.Collection
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Date(s) of Creation
Aug 24, 2023Archive Notes
Interviewer: Marrty Dormish
Interview Date: August 24, 2023
Interview Length: 23:41