Prichard Housing Authority At Your Corner Newsletter April-June 2025
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From the desk of our CEO...
As we approach the summer, I want to express my appreciation for the collaborative spirit we've fostered as a team. Your teamwork and support have been instrumental in our success. I encourage you to continue to support each other throughout the summer season and beyond."
Prichard Housing Authority
At Your Corner Newsletter
From the desk of our CEO...
Kimberly Levingston
In this newsletter, you can expect...
- HACP Affordable Homes Program, Making Homeownership A Reality!
- Teacher Appreciation Week- "We are Community Strong!"
- Summer maintenance Tips for Residents
The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard (HACP) participated in
Mobile County meeting on Down Payment Assistance (DPA) program
to assist our eligible residents as first-time homebuyers with up to
$50,000.
Who's ready to be a Homebuyer? Contact us today at 251-283-0111.
HACP Highlights Homeownership, Making Dreams a Reality
The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard, under the leadership of CEO Mrs. Kimberly Levingston, is thrilled to announce the successful closing of three homes in just a few days, including two that were closed today. This is a truly remarkable event for our resident families, representing a "double blessing."
To learn more about our Homeownership Program, please visit our website or social media page. We are committed to helping our residents achieve their dreams of homeownership.
Congratulations to Ms. Holder!!!!!! Mrs. Levingston, the CEO of the Housing Authority of the City of Prichard (HACP), stated, "Witnessing the life-changing transition of a public housing resident to a first-time homebuyer through our affordable housing program is a true blessing." I am extremely proud of our team for their hard work and dedication in preparing our residents for this momentous occasion of becoming homeowners.HACP continues to make homeownership a dream come true!
HACP Highlights, We Are Community Strong
PHADA Executive Director Education Program (EDEP) Leadership Training
It's exciting to see our current CEO, Mrs. Kimberly Levingston, and former CEO, Ms. Zulieka Boykin, together at the PHADA Executive Director Education Program (EDEP) leadership training.
We are thrilled to witness the growth of these two accomplished professionals as they develop their management skills and expand their knowledge.
We look forward to their graduation from this 18-month program!
Another year of blessing our teachers in the community! Being a teacher requires making daily sacrifices and investing significant amounts of emotional and intellectual energy to shape our children into future leaders. Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard!
Teaching is a work of heart
Yes to the Dress and the Tuxedo Too!
It's time to Glam, Sparkle and Shine.......as the Housing Authority City of Prichard takes Project Prom 2025 to our local High Schools.
The Housing Authority CEO deeply appreciates the staff, and the City of Prichard staff for the donation of over 50 new and gently used prom dresses and shoes for Mattie T. Blount High and C.F. Vigor High Schools yesterday. This donation aims to help support our local students attend prom who might otherwise not be able to afford it. We also provided gift cards to help the young men with rental attire.It truly takes a VILLAGE. THANK YOU for being a part of ours.
Building Community brick by brick
HACP Highlights Supportive Services
The Housing Authority of the City of Prichard held its quarterly Program Coordinating Committee (PCC)meeting on Thursday, April 10, 2025, in partnership with the Mobile Housing Authority. This quarter's theme was"How Do You Practice Self-Care as a Service Provider?"Members had the opportunity to share what self-care means to them and discuss ways to decompress by creating vision boards, which were shared at the end of the meeting. Service providers consistently work to achieve the best outcomes for their clients, participants, and residents, often neglecting their own self-care in the process. This month's meeting served as a reminder that it is important to take a moment to rest and reset!
Michael Williams from Yardi One conducted a training session for our Family Self-Sufficiency coordinators. The training was highly informative, equipping our coordinators with the skills to enroll, assess, and exit participants from the FSS program. They also learned how to input participant interview questions, needs, goals, and services, as well as how to retrieve relevant information for the FSS program. Overall, the training was a success, and our coordinators are eager to know when the next training session will take place.
Emergecny Prepardness: What to do when disaster threatens
An emergency preparedness guide provides crucial information and instructions for preparing for different emergencies and disasters. It usually includes steps for creating an emergency plan, assembling akit with necessary supplies, and practicing responses for various scenarios. In the picture, our seniors at Thomas Hurst andRidge Manor Apartments are receiving their emergency preparedness guides.
HACP "Fabric of Giving" Clothes Drive at Ridge Manor Senior Apartments
The clothes drive held on April 11, 2025, at the Housing Authority of the City of Prichard Ridge Manor senior apartments was a great success. The residents appreciated the opportunity not only to donate items but also to engage in open discussions about community issues they felt needed attention. They shared ideas for future events, such as a potluck. This month's donations included clothing, cooking equipment, bakeware,and wall décor.
HACP Highlights Housing and Maintenance
Keep it Clean and Safe:
- Dispose of garbage and waste properly
- Keep your apartment clean to avoid pests and mold.
- Address pest issues promptly, seal entry points and communicate with your landlord if you notice signs of infestation.
- Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Maintain safe living conditions, ensure exits and entrances are clear and report anypotential hazards like peeling paint or pests.
Be Mindful of Water Usage:
- Fix leaks promptly: Leaks can lead to water damage and increased utility bills.
- Eliminate standing water: This reduces potential breeding grounds for pests like mosquitoes.
Focus on HVAC and Air Circulation:
- Replace or clean air filters: This helps ensure your air conditioning unit operates efficiently and improves air quality.
- Ensure proper ventilation: Ventilate bathrooms and kitchens to reduce humidity and prevent mold growth.
- Consider fans for air circulation: Fans can help promote airflow and reduce the need for air conditioning
Conserve Energy:
- Utilize energy-saving tips, like adjusting your thermostat, blocking sunlight, and using energy-efficient light bulbs to save on energy costs.
- Communicate about potential energy-saving upgrades: Talk to your landlord about improvements that could benefit both of you by reducing energy consumption
As a renter, your responsibility is to keep your unit clean and safe, report needed repairs, and use the property and its systems reasonably. Your landlord is typically responsible for major repairs and maintaining the property's overall structural integrity.