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Mercy Housing Southeast is proudly rededicating one of its most historically significant communities, Heritage Place Apartments in Savannah. Heritage Place in the Cuyler Brownsville neighborhood, is the site of two historic buildings, Charity Hospital and the Florance Street School, and other apartments that were added to connect the community and add additional affordable homes. Charity

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ELijah took first place for his sketch and story project

What happens when young people are given six weeks to turn an idea into a business? At Mercy Housing Southeast’s DREAM Summer Camp, they rose to the challenge. This summer, middle and high school students at Terraces at Parkview Apartments participated in a six-week entrepreneurship experience designed to help them Dream: Rise, Excel, Aspire and

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John smiles at the camera

When John Gordon took the stage at the groundbreaking ceremony for The Eliza earlier this year, a new permanent supportive housing community for seniors in Oakland, he spoke not only as a lifelong Oakland resident but also as an advocate for affordable housing. Born at Highland Hospital, a graduate of Oakland High School, and now

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Cranes Landing Rendering Building Exterior

Pre-leasing to start August 24, 2026 The pre-leasing process will begin next week on Monday, August 24, 2026. Applications can be obtained via emailing Craneslanding@mercyhousing.org, or in person at our temporary leasing office located at Decatur Place Apartments, 1155 Decatur St., Denver, CO 80204, (North Entrance). Applications are accepted on a first come, first served

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Leslie smiles for the camera

Sometimes purpose doesn’t begin with our own journey, it begins by watching the courage of someone we love. For Mercy Housing Southeast resident Leslie Shepherd, that someone was her daughter. Originally from Boston, Leslie first came to Atlanta to bring her daughter to attend Clark Atlanta University. What began as a visit eventually became home.

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Staff and partners stand at the construction site holding a rendering of what the finished building will look like

Mercy Housing California, Artists Hub on Market (AHoM), and City of San Francisco leaders celebrated the groundbreaking of Artists Hub on Market, a transformative development that will bring permanently affordable housing and dedicated arts space to the heart of San Francisco. Located at Market and Gough streets, the project will provide 94 permanently affordable homes

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Astraea Construction exterior

We’re excited to share a significant construction milestone for Astraea at Loretto Heights. Our team recently celebrated the property’s topping-off, marking the completion of the building’s frame. This achievement brings us one step closer to delivering high-quality and affordable family housing to the historic Loretto Heights campus. Astraea at Loretto Heights will offer 1-, 2-,

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Mike Simmons

State Senator Mike Simmons’ roots run deep in the Illinois 7th State Senate District. He was born in Lincoln Square, the son of a single Black mother and an Ethiopian refugee father. His mother, Ramona, who opened her own business, Salon Pastiche, in Rogers Park at 31 years old and ran it for 25 years,

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Cranes Landing construction progress

Progress is moving along beautifully on our expansive second-floor outdoor patio. The concrete planters are now in place, and the courtyard is beginning to take shape with family-friendly features, including early childhood play elements. Up next, lush landscaping will bring the space to life! Down in the lobby atrium, installation of the glass is now

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Cutting the big red ribbon at 1633 Valencia

1633 Valencia is a new permanent supportive housing community for seniors in San Francisco’s Mission District. The six-story development brings 145 affordable homes to adults age 55 and older who have experienced homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. Residents will have access to stable housing and trauma-informed supportive services designed to help them

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