Empowering Communities Through Homeownership and Partnerships
"Explore how homeownership fosters community development with a focus on partnerships, housing programs, and goals for a stronger, more vibrant community. Learn about initiatives, achievements, and plans for housing sustainability and neighborhood revitalization."
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Developing Community through Homeownership Cynthia Harrison, Housing Outreach Coordinator February 20 2019
Community A group of people living in the same locality under the same government; A group or class having common interests. The American Heritage Dictionary, Second College Edition
Homeownership A place where one lives The physical structure within which one lives A dwelling place together with the family An environment offering security and happiness The American Heritage Dictionary, Second College Edition
2017 2019 Accomplishments Housing Assessments Land bank Authority Housing Tax Credit CDBG/CHIP Neighborhood Revitalization Redevelopment Tools Homebuyer Programs
Partners Housing Employment Businesses Prepared Citizens Infrastructure Greenspace Schools
Goal Stronger Community Preparing citizens as good renters More homeownership Repairs to Rehabilitation
Program for each Goal Preparing citizens as good renters How credit effects one s daily life Credit Reports Scores Identity theft Audience How to reach and how often
Renters to Homeowners Audience How to reach Pros and Cons of homeownership Credit Programs Process Partners Housing fairs vs. Information meetings
Revitalization Repairs vs Rehabilitation Who is eligible How to notify Process to participate
Partners and Resources DCA USDA Rural Development HUD / Housing Counseling Agencies Churches /Schools / Service Agencies Community Centers/Senior Centers/ Boys and Girls Club/Scouts Habitat for Humanity Local government / Utilities
Partners and Resources Real Estate Professionals Builders Banks / Mortgage Companies Home Inspectors GICH Communities / website
Communication Area Newspapers Local Newsletter Social Media Flyers PSA Announcements Churches / Schools Utility bills
Programs for Homeownership Georgia Housing Search www.georgiahousingsearch.org Ready Set Go Money Management www.ehomeamerica.org/dca Georgia Dream First time homebuyer program www.gadream.com (Homebuyers) HomeSafe Georgia www.homesafegeorgia.com
Housing Outreach Contact Cynthia Harrison 404-502-6176 cynthia.harrison@dca.ga.gov housing@dca.ga.gov The Georgia Department of Community Affairs is committed to providing all persons with equal access to its services, programs, activities, education and employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability or age.
