Residents

Families living at Jackson Street Village have troubled rental histories and significant barriers to permanent housing. Many of the residents have obtained assistance in managing mental illness, chemical dependency, and/or physical health issues that affect their work, relationships, housing stability, and family life. Others are learning skills to support their neighbors in building community.

• 27 adults and 70 children reside at Jackson Street Village
• 21 of the families are headed by a single female
• The community is multicultural: 66% are African-American, 25% Caucasian, 4% Latino, and 4% Asian
• The median family income is $9,574

Measuring Results

Wilder Research measures satisfaction and service effectiveness through a resident survey. Although the families living at Jackson Street Village still face many challenges, their ability to maintain stable housing has increased. Two-thirds (16) of the original 24 families had remained in their town homes a full two years later.

See most recent Wilder Research report

Resident Comments

"This place is a godsend for my family. You can't believe how grateful I am. Without sounding too corny, I've just got to say that nothing good ever happened to me, but now I feel so blessed."

"I can afford the rent -- the stability."

"I was homeless a lot before I moved here."

"Friendship -- all tenants have a sense of community among each other -- we prefer to solve our problems."

"The community center for direct support when I need it. A wonderful clean home for my kids."

"Having someone to support you in your life's decisions; just being there for you. Family resources. I'm loving it. I have some peace."

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Housing Design and Services at Jackson Street Village

Development Partners, Funders and Awards at Jackson Street Village