Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority

❓ Friday FAQ: What are the income limits? ❓

🔹Income limits are established annually by HUD annually. Initially, CKHA will accept applications from families with income of up to 80% of the area median income (low), but HUD requires 75% of the families receiving assistance to be below 30% of the area income (very,very low). Income is calculated before taxes, known as “gross income”. It is the total of all income received by all family members over a 12-month period.

In observance of the 4th of July Independance Holiday Charleston Kanawha Housing Authority will be closed July 4th & 5th.

❓ Friday FAQ: Can a person apply for Public Housing and the HCV Program at the same time? ❓

Yes; but no one can be on both programs at the same time. You can live in the public housing developments until you get the voucher for section 8; give a 30-day notice to public housing to move out; to use the section 8 voucher.

🌟 Notice: CKHA Closed on June 20th 🌟

CKHA will be closed on June 20th in celebration of West Virginia Day, we hope you have a Day! 🎉

Share your favorite thing about West Virginia in the comments below. We’d love to hear what makes our state special to you!

🌟 Notice: CKHA Closed on June 19th for Juneteenth 🌟

In observance of Juneteenth, CKHA will be closed on June 19th. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and is a time to reflect on freedom and equality.

Have a meaningful and reflective Juneteenth!

❓ Friday FAQ: What is the difference between Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program? ❓

🔹 Public Housing: Applicants live in developments managed by CKHA with rent set at 30% of income, including ALL utilities (except cable and telephone).

🔹 HCV Program: Applicants find housing in the private sector and may be responsible for any or all utilities as requested by the landlord.

Have more questions? Drop them in the comments!

Have a project in mind? Submit your Day of Caring requests/ideas to your Public Housing Manager no later than June 21st at 2pm for consideration

Join Our Team!

Notice of Employment: Senior Service Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:
Coordinate supportive services and other resident empowerment activities designed to help Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority’s (CKHA) Public Housing residents attain greater self-sufficiency. These services should enable participating families to increase earned income, reduce or eliminate the need for welfare assistance, make progress toward achieving economic independence, educational goals, and housing self-sufficiency or, in the case of elderly or disabled residents, help improve living conditions and enable residents to age-in-place.

Call Mark Taylor at 304/348-6451, ext. 322, or Kim Casey at 304/348-6451, ext. 326,or visit ckha.com/jobs.htm to view the full job description and download and print an application for Employment

🏠 Did You Know? 🏠

Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority (CKHA) accepts both online and paper pre-applications for Public Housing, the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program (formerly called Section 8 ), and Project-Based Voucher units.

Apply online today at https://www.ckha.com/applications.htm

🌟 Congratulations to Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority's May 2024 Family Self-Sufficiency Graduates! 🌟

These graduates have worked incredibly hard throughout the program, shooting for the stars and achieving their personal goals toward becoming self-sufficient in their personal and professional lives.
We are so proud of your dedication and perseverance. Keep reaching for the stars!

Want to learn to dream again? Contact our FSS Coordinator, Cassidy Bailey, at [email protected] or 304-348-6451 ext. 217 To start your journey to self-sufficiency!

In honor of Memorial Day, CKHA Offices will be closed tomorrow, May 27th, 2024. 🌟🇺🇸

Take this time to reflect and remember the sacrifices made by our brave heroes. 🙏 We'll be back to serve you on the next business day. Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day! 🌺

In-person talks promote healthy mental development. This Mental Health Awareness Month, talk to your children and teens about mental health. Need help getting started? samhsa.gov/mental-health/how-to-talk/parents-and-caregivers

💐 A BIG thank you to everyone who participated in the Resource Fair at South Park Village! 💐

If you were unable to attend and are in need of resources, please contact a member of our client services team:

🔹 Family Services Coordinator - Tina McKinnon
📞 304-348-6451 Extension 423
✉️ [email protected]

🔶 FSS Coordinator - Cassidy Bailey
📞 304-348-6451 Extension 217
✉️ [email protected]

🔷 Senior Services Coordinator - Jeffrey Dickess
📞 304-389-3576 Extension 492
✉️ [email protected]

What’s your favorite greeting for your child when they get home from school or when you are back from work? ✔️ I love you! ✔️ Did you have a fun day learning? Or ✔️ I’m so happy to see you! Consistent and reassuring interactions positively impact a child’s mental health. Learn more about how to support them at all ages and stages. samhsa.gov/families/parent-caregiver-resources

Notice of Employment Opportunity
Housing Manager 1

Position Summary: Under direction of the Director of Housing Management, provide daily property management of Public Housing and locally-owned housing residences for Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority (CKHA). Personally perform duties related to tenant relations and property management; conduct re-examinations, inspections, and other related work as required; assign work to and review the work of Housing Management Assistants when they provide assistance to housing management activities.

Call Mark Taylor at 304-348-6451, ext. 322,
or Kim Casey at 304-348-6451, ext. 326, or visit ckha.com/jobs.htm to view the full job description and download and print an application for Employment

To all the moms and mother figures in our lives: Happy Mother’s Day! For all you do to support others, we hope you have the support you need. FindSupport.gov

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After many hours of patiently waiting in the hall of the home, she smiled sweetly, when told her room was ready.
As she moved her walker toward the elevator, she was given a detailed description of her small room, including the curtains hanging from her window.
′′ I love it ", she said, with the enthusiasm of a 8-year-old girl who was just handed over a new pet.
- Mrs. Jones; you haven't seen the room, just wait.
- That doesn't matter, she replied.
Happiness is something you decide over time. Whether I fancy my room isn't about the furniture layout; it hinges on how I organize my thoughts.
I’ve already decided that I like it. It's a decision I make every morning when I wake up. I have the choice; I can spend the day in bed, going through the difficulty I have with my body parts that don't work, or get out of bed and be thankful for the parts that do work.
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Join the CKHA Family!

About the Position: The FSS Coordinator provides both intensive case management and outreach to families participating in the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program within Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority (CKHA). Under the direct supervision of the Chief Operations Officer, the FSS Coordinator is primarily responsible for the management, development, implementation and coordination of case management programs and associated services. The incumbent is accountable for the performance of the case management team, ensuring quality services are delivered according to standard protocols, quality assurance and productivity measures.

For the full job description,
Call Mark Taylor at 304/348-6451, ext. 322,
or Kim Casey at 304/348-6451, ext. 326,
or visit www.ckha.com/jobs.htm to complete an
Application For Employment

Age joyfully! Consider your passions and interests and pursue something that brings you happiness and fulfillment. Remember that mental health support is available to you if you need it. Visit samhsa.gov/resources-serving-older-adults to learn more.

🎉✨ Calling all future homeowners! 🏡 Last week's Homeownership Workshop was a blast, and it was amazing to see all your smiling faces there! 😊 Keep pushing towards your homeownership dreams—we're cheering you on every step of the way! 💪

Don't forget, if you're ready to take the next big step and have questions about homeownership and already have a Housing Choice Voucher, Brooke Buente is your go-to guru! 📞 Reach out to her at 304-348-6451 ext. 266 or shoot her an email at [email protected] to kickstart your journey to homeownership! 🚀

Can't wait to see you at our next event! 🎉 🏠💼

What is the CKHA Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) program?

The role of the FSS program is to connect CKHA families with the resources, activities and/or services to assist in them in reaching their goals. The Family Self- Sufficiency Program has two team members. FSS Coordinator works directly with community resource agencies building relationships to help connect participants to resources based on their needs, and along with the FSS Case Specialist, works directly with residents signing them onto the program, giving one-on-one case management, and connecting participants with community resources.

To learn more contact one of our FSS coordinators today!
Elvina Walker-304-348-6451 Extension 209 or [email protected]
Cassidy Bailey-304-348-6451 Extension 217 or [email protected]

Did you know CKHA has a client services department? To learn more contact one of our coordinators today!
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FSS Coordinator-Elvina Walker-304-348-6451 Extension 209 or [email protected]

FSS Coordinator-Cassidy Bailey-304-348-6451 Extension 217 or [email protected]

Senior Services Coordinator-Jeffrey Dickess-304-389-3576 Extension 492 or [email protected]

Family Services Coordinator-Tina McKinnon-304-348-6451 Extension 423 or [email protected]

*This organization is an equal opportunity employer and provider*

Don't forget to RSPV for the Renter to Homeowner Workshop!

To RSPV Contact: Brooke Buente 304-348-6451 extension 266
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Date: Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024
Time: 6PM - 8PM
Location: Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority, 1st Floor Conference Room
1525 Washington St. W Charleston, WV 25387
(Parking located in rear)
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This workshop is presented by:
Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority
City of Charleston, WV
Religious Coalition for Community Renewal

Hi everybody! CKHA has another great event coming this Spring!
Come to our Homeownership event to learn about the process of owning your own home! We will have dinner, snacks, refreshments, and speakers who will walk you through the process of becoming a first-time homebuyer.
Please RSVP for this event by calling Brooke Buente at 304-348-6451 Ext. 266
The event will begin at 6:00pm on April 23rd. Enter through the back double doors of our agency. Attendees can arrive at 5:45pm. If your kids come, we will have a kids table with coloring sheets. 🙂

Come learn about the process of becoming a homeowner! We will have dinner, snacks, and refreshments as well as speakers who will walk you through the process of becoming a first-time homeowner. Enter through the back double doors of our agency. Attendees can arrive at 5:45pm. The event will begin at 6:00pm. If your kids come, we will have a kids table with coloring sheets. :)

Please see flyer below to rsvp to the number listed or inbox us with your name and phone number .

Hope to see you there!!!

Mark your calendars for a great 2-day event that will be a start for your future!!

Hello, Welcome to Client Services of Charleston-Kanawha Housing Authority. We are a team ready to work with community partnerships to provide support and productivity within our residents.

If you are needing assistance with employment, education, financial literacy and so much more we have you covered.

Please contact us at 304-348-6451 for further information.

Dana Williams
Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator
ext. 217

Leeah Scott
Family Self-Sufficiency Case Specialist
ext. 212

Tammy Edelman
Director of Housing Management
ext. 206

Tina McKinnon
Family Service Coordinator (family sites)
ext. 473

Jeff Dickess
Senior Service Coordinator (senior sites)
ext. 492