The Road Home

In this episode of "The Road Home Podcast," we sit down with Fernando Lemos, the passionate Executive Director of Mi Casa, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities. Join us on a journey through Fernando's experiences, from his early days to his impactful role at Mi Casa.

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Join us on "The Road Home" as we delve into the crucial topic of tenant organizing with our esteemed guests, Mindy Woods, Housing and Homeless Advocate from the Resident Action Project, and Brooke Schipporeit, Manager of Field Organizing at the National Low Income Housing Coalition. In this episode, we explore the power of organized tenant movements in advocating for affordable and stable housing, and the impact of such initiatives on addressing homelessness among veterans. Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable strategies for creating positive change in the housing landscape.

Join us on the Road Home Podcast as we sit down with Scott Kratz, Vice President of Building Bridges Across the River (BBAR). In this enlightening episode, Scott shares his expertise on community-informed development and its transformative impact on affordable housing.

🏡 About the Episode: Scott dives deep into the core principles of community engagement, cultural sensitivity, and sustainable design that drive BBAR's mission. Discover how involving communities in the decision-making process leads to housing solutions that truly meet the needs of the people they serve.

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• Gain insights into the collaborative efforts shaping the future of affordable housing.
• Explore the innovative approaches BBAR employs to ensure inclusivity and affordability.
• Understand the importance of transparent communication and trust-building in community development.

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Welcome to The Road Home, a podcast by The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans. In this enlightening episode titled "Shared Housing," we delve into an innovative housing model that's reshaping the landscape of affordable living.

Joining us are two esteemed guests, Louise Rothschild, Senior Associate at Abt Associates, and Annamarie Pluhar, President of Sharing Housing Inc. Together, they shed light on the concept of shared housing and its profound impact on communities and individuals facing housing challenges.

Tune in to explore the profound impact and practicalities of shared housing, understanding how this innovative model provides affordable solutions and fosters community living for a diverse range of individuals.

In this episode, we are joined by a distinguished guest, Julie Creamer, the VP of Acquisition at Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH). Our focus today revolves around a crucial topic: Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH).

We dive into the critical importance of mission-driven organizations working diligently to capture NOAH properties to preserve their affordability. We also explore the funding programs available to support the acquisition of NOAH properties and the innovative strategies that can be employed to safeguard their affordability.

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In this enlightening episode of "The Road Home" podcast, brought to you by the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, we dive deep into the world of Cooperative Housing. Our guest, Fred Gibbs, President of the National Association for Housing Cooperatives, is here to share his extensive knowledge and insights into this innovative housing model.

Cooperative Housing offers a unique and empowering approach to homeownership, offering a sense of community and shared responsibility. Fred Gibbs delves into the principles of cooperative housing, highlighting the benefits it can bring to veterans and those experiencing homelessness. Join us as we explore how cooperative housing can provide a stable and supportive environment for our heroes who are transitioning from homelessness to stable, secure housing.

Tune in to gain a comprehensive understanding of the cooperative housing movement, its significance, and how it can play a pivotal role in the mission to end veteran homelessness. Fred Gibbs' wealth of expertise is sure to inspire and educate, making this episode of "The Road Home" a must-listen for anyone passionate about tackling homelessness and supporting our veterans.

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• Rodney Harrell Vice President, Family, Home and Community, AARP
• Susan Michael, Vice President of Programs, New Directions for Veterans, Inc

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Season 3 of NCHV’s The Road Home podcast is here!
In Seasons 1 and 2 we explored traditional affordable housing development projects, and innovative short-term approaches, respectively, as the means to ending veteran homelessness. In Season 3 our focus will shift to examine housing justice as an integral piece of the effort to end veteran homelessness. Using an equity lens, we’ll explore how specific demographic characteristics impact an individual veteran’s ability to access affordable housing.

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Tune in this week as we discuss Grant and Per Diem (GPD) Conversion

We speak to Leslie Wise, Portfolio Lead, Direct Community Support at Community Solutions, Allyson Randolph, Assistant Director, Real Estate at Community Solutions, and Dr. Audi, President, and CEO of Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries

Tune in this week as we discuss Tiny Homes.

We speak to Kim Cook, Psy. D, Executive Director of US VETS- Hawaii and Lona Hammer, PHM, Executive Director of Kennewick Housing Authority

Tune in this week as we discuss Shared Equity

We speak to Bruce Buckley, CEO, and Mike Hagmaier, EVP of Soldier On.

Tune in this week as we discuss Accessory Dwelling Units.

We speak to Robinson Markus, Worker-Owner at Evanston Development Center, and Chris Lee, Design and Development at Backyard ADUs.

Tune in this week for a two-part episode, discussing Modular Construction.  Part I featured Dana Spain, VP of Community Relations at Volumetric Building Companies, and Joel Comino, CEO/Founder of Next Modular.

In Part 2, we are joined by Jack Toan, COO, and Paul Cho, Chief Housing Officer at Illumination Foundation, and Bill Cavanaugh, Principal of US Modular, Inc.

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Tune in this week for a two-part episode, discussing Modular Construction. 

In Part I, we are joined by Dana Spain, VP of Community Relations at Volumetric Building Companies, and Joel Comino, CEO/Founder of Next Modular.

Part 2, features Jack Toan, COO and Paul Cho, Chief Housing Officer at Illumination Foundation, and Bill Cavanaugh, Principal of US Modular, Inc.

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Tune in this week as we discuss Hotel/Motel Conversion.

Tune in this week as we discuss Rural Housing for Veterans: Partnerships and funding with The Housing Assistance Council (HAC).

 We spoke with Shonterria Charleston, Director of Training and Technical Assistance & Anselmo Telles, Senior Housing Specialist.

Tune in this week as we discuss Veterans Housing in the making with,

• CAROL J. ORNELAS, CEO at Visionary Homebuilders and
  
• JOHN PENKOWER, Managing Director of CSCDA

The Road Home has a bonus interview for you this week, which adds some context to the full-length episode we released last week. The bonus interviews are intended to give further insights from the experts, hear more in-depth about funding sources, clarify any questions you all may have about the method for implementation, and draw more of a direct connection between the feature developments and NCHVs long-standing community-level efforts.

In this week's bonus interview, we continue our discussion on Permanent Supportive housing in Arizona. We are joined by Jeanne Redondo, the Rental Programs Administrator, and Ruby Dhillon-Williams, the Assistant Deputy Director of Housing & Community Development for the Arizona Department of Housing.

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Tune in this week as we discuss Campus Style Permanent Supportive Housing and Native American Veterans with,

• Diana “Dede” Yazzie Devine, CEO at Native Connections and
• Joe Keeper, Director Director of Real Estate Development at Native Connections.

Tune in this week as we discuss Workforce Housing for Veterans & the Residences at Brighton Marine in Boston. 

We speak to Drew Colbert Senior Project Director at WinnDevelopment and  Chrystal Kornegay Executive Director at MassHousing. 

Tune in this week as we discuss Transit Oriented Developments and the Corsair Flats Apartments in California. We speak to Louis Liss Project Developer at Eden Housing, Debbie Potter Community Development Director for the City of Alameda, and  Jennifer Pearce Housing and Community Development Manager for Alameda County Community Development Agency. 

Tune in this week for a two-part episode, discussing The Soldiers Home in Milwaukee Wisconsin, and Historic Tax Credits

In Part I, we are joined by Johnathan Beck Development Project Manager at The Alexander Company; Debbie Burkart National VP of Supportive Housing at National Equity Fund; Willie Hines, Associate Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee; Jackie Martinez, Section 8 Program Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee;  and Fernando Aniban, CFO of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee.

In Part 2, we are joined by Jen Davel the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer at the Wisconsin Historical Society, and Donovan Rypkema, Principal at Place Economics.

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Tune in this week for a two-part episode, discussing The Soldiers Home in Milwaukee Wisconsin, and Historic Tax Credits

In Part I, we are joined by Johnathan Beck Development Project Manager at The Alexander Company; Debbie Burkart National VP of Supportive Housing at National Equity Fund; Willie Hines, Associate Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee; Jackie Martinez, Section 8 Program Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee;  and Fernando Aniban, CFO of the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee. 

In Part 2, we are joined by Jen Davel the Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer at the Wisconsin Historical Society, and Donovan Rypkema, Principal at Place Economics.

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The Road Home has a bonus interview for you this week, which adds some context to the full-length episode we released last week. The bonus interviews are intended to give further insights from the experts, hear more in-depth about funding sources, clarify any questions you all may have about the method for implementation, and draw more of a direct connection between the feature developments and NCHVs long-standing community-level efforts.  

In this week's bonus interview, we continue our discussion on New Market Tax Credits with Michelle Wildman, Senior VP for Community Development at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. 

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"The Road Home” podcast discusses projects across the country, housing best practices, and how affordable housing availability is critical to ending veteran homelessness. This week NCHV Housing Program Associate, Jasmine Bazley is joined by Nina Janopaul, Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing; Bob Romano, Former Post Commander, American Legion; Sara Pizzo, Arlington County Principal Development Specialist.

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