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Wimauma is an area that is rapidly changing as developers move in. Farmland is transforming into large luxury apartments and homes.
As development continues in the area, parts of the community are shrinking due to the unaffordable prices. It's not uncommon to see signs alerting people of new homes in Wimauma. Years back, it was filled with fields.
Those who work with low-income families see this impacting people who live and work in Wimauma.
"What is impacting our families this is this housing that’s coming in," said an employee with Redlands Christian Migrant Association, Macrina Vega.
Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a child care program helping those in need. The organization focuses on early childhood education and health care assistance. RCMA can make sure children are receiving the right education by supplying Wi-Fi hotspots and tablets for homework.
MORE: https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/community-connection/wimauma-home-prices-child-car/67-7d324502-232b-4f40-a843-5f8d70b9d31e
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