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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact more people, force new levels of normalcy, and trigger heightened emotions, we ask our residents to stay calm, vigilant, and focused on what truly matters. Paying rent is one of those things that truly matters, and we're here to help with payment options for staying current (or even…
Mar
26
2020
We are experiecing so many moments of strength during these unprecedented times. As our team continues to hear about and uncover resources that may be of support to our residents, we will post them here on our blog and on our dedicated page of Resources for Residents. Below are links to organizations on the frontline…
Mar
25
2020
Tanager Place, a children’s mental health care not-for-profit based in Cedar Rapids, is offering teletherapy for Iowans of all ages. "We know people of all ages are feeling the pressure of this new environment, and that our organization has the ability to step up and help," said Tonya Hotchkin, vice president of clinical services in…
Mar
25
2020
As of March 11, 2020, SNAP Online Purchasing has expanded to Iowa. Only eligible food may be purchased with SNAP benefits; delivery fees and other associated charges may not be paid for with SNAP benefits. On Jan. 5, 2017, FNS announced the selection of seven retailers for the initial launch of the SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot.…
Mar
16
2020
Out of an abundance of caution, we have closed all of our offices to walk-in traffic to protect the health of our residents and staff. If you have questions, need assistance, or would like to apply for housing, please contact us. During this unprecendented time, we have also shut down all community rooms, computer learning…
Mar
12
2020
With confirmed coronavirus cases growing in Iowa, we want to reach out to you and share some helpful information. Our entire team at Community Housing Initiatives is dedicated to the safety and well-being of our residents and our communities. We want to work together, as a team, as more information becomes available to us. Please…
Mar
06
2020
Community Housing Initiatives, a Spencer-based nonprofit developer of affordable housing, will soon break ground on renovations at Spencer Manor Apartments. Spencer Manor offers rental assistance serving people ages 62+ as well as qualified people with disabilities in Spencer, Iowa. CHI will invest more than $6.5 million to update the 52-unit property. The property includes 14…
Oct
23
2018
Community Housing Initiatives works to make Iowa communities safe, inclusive places to live for everybody based in our conviction that people should be treated with care and respect. Recently, we were all dismayed as murals sponsored by our community development program in Des Moines were defaced by symbols of hate. We reject this destructive vandalism…
May
31
2018
SPENCER, IA — U.S. Congressman Steve King, local officials, supporters and residents of Sunset Apartments gathered Wednesday to mark the start of renovations to the affordable senior living property that Community Housing Initiatives, a Spencer-based nonprofit, acquired last month. Currently known as Sunset Retirement Home, this property has been a critical housing resource for Clay…