Building Health: Housing Solutions in Western Wisconsin
From Redefining Rural Healthcare by Western Wisconsin Health
May 7, 2026 · 25 min · Season 3 · Episode 4
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of stable housing on health with insights from Kristie Smith of Habitat for Humanity.
In this episode of Redefining Rural Health Care, host Ryma Lindquist interviews Kristie Smith of St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity. They discuss the region’s rising housing costs, Habitat’s 30-year impact, and how stable housing supports health. Kristie also shares application details, eligibility requirements, and upcoming volunteer and repair program opportunities.
People in this episode
Host: Ryma Lindquist
Guest: Kristie Smith
Topics covered
- housing solutions
- healthcare
- community impact
- volunteer opportunities
- eligibility requirements
Keywords
- housing costs
- health support
- volunteer programs
- repair programs
- application details
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity
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