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June 23-25, 2023 Entrepreneurship Exploration Summer Camp was a Hit and Raised Over $500
Huge shoutout to our Cornwallis resident leadership and Wall Street Juniors for hosting last week’s Entrepreneurship Summer Camp to showcase the skills of our young people. Over $500 was raised as a result of the students business plans. Way to go Cornwallis!! #FutureLeaders #DHA
2021 Winter Wonderland Event
On Friday, Dec. 17, 2021, the Community Life team hosted an awesome Winter Wonderland holiday event at the Calvert Place Community Center. During the event, residents had the opportunity to take holiday pictures in the family photobooths, play arcade games, and enjoy a fun evening in the community.
Breaking Ground and Making Progress at the Elizabeth Street Apartments
Last week (week May 15, 2023), we successfully celebrated the groundbreaking of The Elizabeth Street Apartments.
National Night Out in Durham was a Blast!
October 3, 2023 - We had a blast as we kicked off National Night Out in Durham! National Night Out (NNO) is an annual nationwide community event aimed to promote healthy relationships between neighborhoods and law enforcement.
Tree Planting Ceremony
Teamwork makes the dream work! Check out this recap of today’s Tree Planting Ceremony at Edgemont Elms Park. Special shout-out to Community Leader, Charlitta Burruss and Trees Durham for hosting this event. #DurhamHousing #durhampark #community #saveourtrees
Celebrated the Grand Opening of The Joyce Senior Complex April 14, 2023
ERAP Raffle Update
CONGRATS to our ERAP raffle winners Mr. Eubanks and Ms. Barnette. A few weeks ago, we mailed out letters to get residents signed up for rental assistance and we’re extremely thankful for all those who participated. Keep an eye out for your DHA mail and don’t miss your chance to win our next raffle! Contact our Housing Stability Team to learn more about “A Fresh Start” program. Call 1-844-777-3277 or email dharent@dha-nc.org for assistance.
JJ Henderson Rehab and New Construction
Keep track of the progress we're making at our JJ Henderson Senior Complex. Check out the before and after renovations!
July 13, 2022 - 50% Construction Completion Celebration - The Joyce - An Affordable Senior Community -Coming Spring 2023
Durham Housing Authority and development partner Laurel Street Residential celebrated the fifty percent construction completion at Downtown Durham’s new senior development, ‘The Joyce.’ The Joyce Senior Residences is named after Joyce Thorpe Nichols, who, in 1970, was the first woman and the first Black woman to graduate from the Duke Physician Assistant Program, making her officially the first African American female PA in the country. Ms. Nichols is also a former member of the DHA Board of Commissioners.
PAC1 Hoover Road Community Meeting
Special thank you to everyone who attended the PAC 1 Hoover Road Community Meeting. Every voice mattered and we’re thankful for the opportunity to discuss solutions together. #DurhamHousing #HooverRoad #Community #PartnersAgainstCrime
Forest Hills Heights Pre-Thanksgiving Giveaway 11/20/2021
Tis the season to be thankful! Special thank you and shout-out to Greater Works Outreach Ministries Inc. for organizing The Forest Hills Heights Pre-Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway! Checkout the photos from Saturday’s event.
National Night Out - 8/3/21
Each year, neighbors in Durham Housing Authority’s (DHA) communities come together to celebrate National Night Out. This event is nationwide and promotes police/community partnerships, crime prevention, and neighborhood fellowship. National Night Out is coordinated by the DHA’s Resident Councils, Resident Safety Operations, staffers and other sponsors of the Community.
Thank You McDougald Terrace Residents for Attending the February 2023 Redevelopment Meeting
(February 13, 2023) We would like to thank our McDougald Terrace residents for attending this month's Redevelopment meeting to discuss the proposed plans for their community. The future is bright and we’re looking forward to building it together!
Youth Art Exhibit at The Hayti Heritage Center
Congrats to our DHA students that participated in our first Youth Art Exhibit at The Hayti Heritage Center! Shoutout to our #DurhamChoice CNI staff for organizing this event to showcase our youth’s creative skills. Way to go #TeamDHA
Durham's 519 East Main + Liberty Apartments Demolition Event
(November 15, 2022) Forever Home, Durham Continues Progress for Affordable Housing Options
JJ Henderson Groundbreaking - 8/27/21
DHA Celebrates JJ Henderson Groundbreaking Ceremony with Staff and NC Public Officials
July 2023, New beginnings are underway at The TA Grady Community Center, as our Jobs Plus Program facility reopens after last year’s vandalism.
We’re so excited to continue offering career and support services to our residents! Special thank you to our elected leaders, staff, CBS, ABC 11, WRAL and the Durham community for making yesterday a memorable milestone. #JobsPlus #DurhamHousing #Community #TAGrady
KaBoom Ribbon Cutting 5/5/2022
Thursday May 5th, we celebrated the official ribbon-cutting for the opening of Burton Park’s new playground in Durham! It’s exciting to finally see the hard work of Durham Parks and Recreation, KABOOM!, LOL, Blue Cross NC, and all the amazing volunteers. It’s going to be a great summer for our DHA youth. Way to go! #Kaboom #DurhamStrong #community
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