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December 5, 2018 Page 15 A Dent on Homelessness c ontinued from p age 5 and health systems in supportive, affordable housing. Dr. Rachel Solotaroff, Central City Concern president and chief executive officer, welcomed more than 100 attendees to the Nov. 27 grand opening celebration in Ha- zel Heights’ courtyard. Before he cut the ceremonial ribbon, formerly homeless resi- dent Jerrod Murray, a single dad with three kids, said, “I am truly grateful that my kids don’t have to go through what I went through.” He expressed his gratitude that several Native-American fami- lies will live in the community by singing an honor song in his na- tive language, Ojibwa. Hazel Heights, located at South- east Stark Street at 126th Avenue, will welcome people exiting tran- sitional housing programs who have gained employment and seek a permanent home, but still may have barriers to housing. The two four-story build- ings contain 153 homes total: 92 one-bedroom and 61 two-bedroom apartments. Rents will range from $412–$995 per month, depending on median family Income. “These homes are important for supporting employed people with affordable housing. When peo- ple are housed, they have a better chance for a healthy future,” said Solotaroff. Hazel Heights’ major contribu- tors include the Housing is Health coalition of six health organiza- tions: Adventist Health Portland, CareOregon, Kaiser Permanente Northwest, Legacy Health, OHSU and Providence Health & Services Oregon. Other major funders are Umpqua Bank, Portland Housing 5010 NE 9th Ave Portland, Or 97211 Phone: 503 284-2989 Bureau, US Bank Community De- velopment Corporation, Oregon Housing and Community Ser- vices, Federal Home Loan Bank and PGE. The total cost for the project was $26.8 million. The other two buildings in the Housing is Health collaborative, Charlotte B. Ruth- erford Place and Blackburn Cen- ter, will open this month and in July, respectively. Stylist Wanted We specialize in a variety of cuts for men and women, hot towel razor shaves, braiding, hair extension, Shampoo, blow dryer and Platinum fade. If you or someone you know needs a New or Used Vehicle Contact Ken Scott 503-442-5089 (Direct) 55 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232 kscott@toyotaofportland.com Harris Photography Call Today or Walk in !!! 503-730-1156 Boss Hogg Your Home Subscribe ! Christmas Tree Lot 503-288-0033 0 $1 d h 0 $1 an Photo Sessions $158.00 2-8x10 & 10-4x6 at St re W Fill Out & Send To: Attn: Subscriptions, PO Box 3137, Portland OR 97208 $45.00 for 3 months $80.00 for 6 mo. $125.00 for 1 year (please include check with this subscription form) Name: Telephone: Address: or email subscriptions@ portlandobserver.com I would like to thank the community for putting their trust in me. Any Doug Fir 5-7 ft. $30.00 Any Nobel Fir 5-7 ft. $55.00 New location at MLK and Bryant antonioharris.com
