This podcast is part of “Flint Unfiltered: Stories from An American Water Crisis,” a project that DCReport has partnered on with the School of Journalism at Northeastern University. Eight of their enterprising students delved into the story of Flint, Michigan, the site of one of the country’s worst public health crises. As part of our mentoring program, we’re amplifying their efforts by sharing the amazing work produced by their students, as well as personal essays from Flint residents and stakeholders. Please visit the project’s website HERE.
Flint Seniors Are Still Navigating the Costs of the City’s Water Crisis
Everyone in Flint, Michigan has been affected by the water crisis in one way or another. The costs that continue to arise for senior citizens seem to be exacerbated by their fixed incomes and limited resources. Between handling medical care, transporting bottled water to their homes and replacing appliances, residents have been hit hard by all of the unexpected costs of the crisis. Conversations with some of Flint’s elder residents during a visit to the city earlier this year revealed how they are navigating the financial stressors. Harrison Zuritsky reports.
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