Washtenaw Housing Alliance

10/16/2026

The National Shared Housing Resource Center was featured on the TODAY show this week. It means a lot to see shared housing get national attention. Shared housing helps people find an affordable home and real connection 🏠

Watch NSHRC's interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnwhbN7i7UU

Are you interested in shared housing?

Connect to WHA's Shared Housing Program by completing an inquiry form at whalliance.org/sharedhousing and/or stopping by during our next drop-in hours at Ypsilanti District Library - Michigan Ave on Tues, Oct 20th 10:30am-1:30pm.

The option to live out your golden years with friends in group home...

10/08/2026

ℹ Don't miss visiting WHA's information table at Housing Bureau for Seniors Senior Living Week Expo this Saturday, October 10th!

The Expo is a FREE, one-stop event designed to connect older adults, families, and caregivers with valuable resources and support.

🗣 At WHA's table you'll have a chance to connect with our Shared Housing Program Coordinator to ask questions about our shared housing program and if it's the right fit for you!

Know Before You Go:
🔗 Find more info on WHA's Shared Housing Program at whalliance.org/sharedhousing

🔗 Find all details about the Senior Living Week Expo at michiganmedicine.org/community/community-health-services/housing-bureau-seniors/senior-living-week

See you this Saturday!

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10/08/2026

Staff from SOS Community Services and Shelter Association of Washtenaw County will join Washtenaw Housing Alliance in presenting at Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness October 8th webinar: "Housing Problem Solving"

There's still space to register if you're interested in attending!

Register at mihomeless.org/2026/08/05/housing-problem-solving

Training Tuesday | Seats Still Available!

Housing Problem Solving
Thursday, October 8th
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM

Cost: $20 non-member/$10 member
Register Here: https://www.mihomeless.org/2026/08/05/housing-problem-solving/

Housing Problem Solving is a person-centered, housing-focused approach that helps individuals and families identify safe, practical solutions to housing crises before homelessness becomes prolonged. This webinar will introduce participants to HUD-aligned Housing Problem Solving strategies, including prevention, diversion, and rapid resolution techniques.

Designed for front-line staff, case managers, housing navigators, and program leaders, the session will provide practical tools and techniques to help participants support households in identifying strengths, leveraging natural supports, and developing realistic pathways to stable housing.

10/05/2026

09/30/2026

Last week Ann Arbor Housing Commission held a groundbreaking ceremony for its newest affordable housing development, The Adeline. Named after the late Black business owner Adeline Thompson, this new building in downtown Ann Arbor will offer a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments for households with up to 80% of the area median income. About one-third of the units will be for low-income households with up to 30% of the area median income. The project is expected to be completed in 2028.

🔗 Read more on this exciting groundbreaking in MLive.com ⬇

“At a time when Ann Arbor could not, or would not, offer the Black community basic trust, unconditional love and respect, my grandparents created a sanctuary on Detroit Street,” Angela Davis said.

09/29/2026

OUT NOW: WHA's September 2026 Newsletter
➡️ HUD Funding Update (& Advocacy Action!)
➡️ Shared Housing Community Meeting Happening Thursday 10/1
➡️ Save the Dates & more!

📖 Read up on what's happening here ⬇️
https://mailchi.mp/a79e780f35d1/september-2026-newsletter

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09/28/2026

REMINDER: 🏠 You're invited to WHA's Shared Housing Community Meeting on October 1 at Ypsilanti District Library Superior Branch

If you're interested in participating in our Shared Housing program or just want to learn more before deciding about participating, this Community Meeting is for you!

📆 Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 1:30 – 3:00 PM
📍 YDL Superior Branch, Superior Meeting Room
1900 N Harris Rd, Superior Township 48198

📩 RSVP to [email protected] by Wednesday, September 30 so we can plan for the right number of people.

Please note: this event will be photographed and filmed for WHA promotional use. If you would rather not be included, please let us know when RSVP’ing.

09/23/2026

Thank you WEMU 89.1 and United Way for Southeastern Michigan for featuring the Yvonne Fund in the latest edition of Washtenaw United!

Interested in learning more, donating, or becoming an Yvonne Fund ambassador? Visit yvonnefund.org

The Washtenaw Housing Alliance is one of many groups working in our community to end homelessness in Washtenaw County. The latest tool in its mission is the Yvonne Fund, which is designed to create lasting systemic solutions to homelessness. The fund's development director, Madeline Garcia, and the....

09/23/2026

🏠 You're invited! WHA's Shared Housing Community Meeting, October 1 at Ypsilanti District Library Superior Branch

We've listened, and we're switching things up. A lot of those interested in WHA's Shared Housing Program have told us they want more time to talk with each other directly, so we're planning a Community Meeting that will include real community discussion time between home providers and home seekers, not just formal introductions.

Of course, we'll still set aside time for one-on-one introductions for anyone who's ready to meet as a possible match.

If you're just exploring the program or want to learn more before deciding about participating, this Community Meeting is for you too!

📆 Thursday, October 1, 2026
⏰ 1:30 – 3:00 PM
📍 YDL Superior Branch, Superior Meeting Room
1900 N Harris Rd, Superior Township 48198

📩 Please RSVP to [email protected] so we can plan for the right number of people. If you have any questions before then, just reach out!

This event will be photographed and filmed for WHA promotional use. If you would rather not be included, please let us know when RSVP’ing.

09/23/2026

Thank you HouseN2Home Washtenaw for your invaluable partnership in helping this family feel care, dignity, and joy by making their new house feel like a home 💐🩶💜