by Kiara James | Dec 11, 2024 | Inclusion, Advocacy
At New Directions, Max Monahan Director of Home Repair Program is committed to addressing the pressing need for affordable housing in our community. One of the ways New Direction does this is through their home repair program, designed to help residents maintain their...
by Kiara James | Dec 11, 2024 | Advocacy, Accessibility
Tony Curtis If you’re looking to dive deeper into Louisville’s housing landscape, the Louisville Housing Needs Assessment is a crucial resource. Available on both the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and the Louisville Metro Government Office of Housing...
by Kiara James | Dec 11, 2024 | Advocacy, Disability Awareness
If you’re looking for a way to make a meaningful difference in your community, consider becoming an ally for people with disabilities by joining local committees and commissions that focus on their needs. David Allgood works directly with individuals with...
by Kiara James | Dec 11, 2024 | Accessibility, Advocacy, Disability Awareness, Inclusion
Finding accessible housing can be a daunting task, as Michelle experienced firsthand. Although she now owns her home, her journey to find a suitable rental with basic accessibility was filled with frustration. Michelle often encountered landlords who, despite legal...
by Kiara James | Dec 10, 2024 | Advocacy, Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Inclusion
April is Fair Housing Month! To celebrate, the Metro Housing Coalition and *Pushing Forward* hosted an insightful in-person event, highlighting the progress in expanding housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The event featured two engaging panel...
by Conner Mackowiak | Dec 20, 2023 | Accessibility, Advocacy, Motivation, Positive Mindset, Wheelchair Life
We could not be more excited to announce the completion of our newest ramp, constructed in Louisville, KY through collaboration with the Craig Neilsen Foundation, the Kentucky Colonels, the Kentucky Department for Public Health, the Louisville Office for Safe and...