Philly Kids Left on Streets Without Curfew Centers
…– at one o’clock in the morning.” Seng is the director of housing at United Communities of Philadelphia, and he operated the Houston Curfew Center in South Philly. But that… [continue reading…]
…– at one o’clock in the morning.” Seng is the director of housing at United Communities of Philadelphia, and he operated the Houston Curfew Center in South Philly. But that… [continue reading…]
…has been devoting his time and energy to readjustment counseling ever since. “It is not only PTSD, but also education and financial issues, even housing,” say Malavé. “There are a… [continue reading…]
…Housing and Community Development as well as neighborhood-based groups, they have been able to start cleaning out some of the lots and improving the appearance of many areas. An overgrown… [continue reading…]
…the tales of anonymous struggle often remain untold. It is not hard to find signs of addiction in this city. Abandoned housing, crime and homelessness–all of these issues have a… [continue reading…]
…(W.C.R.P.), an all-female organization that is committed to developing housing, providing support service, and honoring leadership within communities, has spearheaded this housing effort. The W.C.R.P. had help from many sponsors,… [continue reading…]
The IceHouse from the front Improved recycling, hybrid cars and other ways of going green have become increasingly popular in recent years. “It’s a pattern, not a trend,” says Jim… [continue reading…]
…the many different types of housing that are located surrounding Ridge Avenue, one that cannot be missed is the Blumberg Apartments provided by the Philadelphia Housing Authority. The apartment complex… [continue reading…]
It’s cleaning day in the Wilson-Heard home on Wagner Avenue. The father is using the vacuum upstairs, as 7-year-old Bryant runs down the stairs of the well-kept row home. “Mommy,… [continue reading…]
…pull out suddenly because of hard financial times. Mendez Homes and Investments have been looking towards organizations like the Sovereign Bank and Office of Housing and Community Development in hopes… [continue reading…]
…the area, and subsequently a rise in population and property value. But the statistics on housing and property value in Kensington, both previous and present, tell a different story. Abandoned… [continue reading…]
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