MIAMI VALLEY HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES

SUMMER 2021

From the CEO - Debbie Watts Robinson 

Thirty years ago MVHO began with the vision to create a community where everyone has the opportunity to have a place called Home. In 2021, MVHO will assist 1,200 persons with permanent supportive housing solutions and homeless outreach services. These individuals are referred from the homeless system and identified with mental illness, substance use disorders, and other disabilities. All of us at MVHO are proud to serve the community’s most vulnerable.  Please join us during our 30th celebration as we honor them.

Take care,

Debbie 

Restoration Housing Update

MVHO is moving tenants back into their newly renovated apartments with updated finishes! This massive project comprising of 55 units was more than a year in the making and involved moving tenants to temporary housing while work was completed.  “We want our tenants to be proud of the place they call home,” said MVHO Maintenance Director Willie Jones. 

John (left) from Greater Dayton Construction Group hands the keys for one of the renovated units to MVHO Maintenance Director, Willie Jones (right). 

Staying the Course throughout the Pandemic

The housing stability of our tenants and meeting the needs of our homeless clients are top priorities of MVHO, and this past year during the pandemic was no exception. “I think as an organization we went above and beyond taking care of our clients with disabilities.  We are a small company with a big heart!” said MVHO Property Manager, Daisy Nease. “Daisy has the right connection to the residents,” said MVHO Board Trustee, Rob Beeler.    

PROJECT CLEAN - Creating a Splash!

In partnership with Five Rivers Health Centers and Montgomery County ADAMHS, MVHO launched PROJECT CLEAN in April. The MVHO PATH team operates this Hope in Motion mobile unit that provides showers and laundry services for individuals living on the streets or in places not fit for human habitation. "Our clients are thrilled with the hot showers!" exclaimed MVHO PATH team member, April Barger.

MVHO staff in front of the mobile unit at the April launch of PROJECT CLEAN

Permanent Supportive Housing - What Is It?

Permanent supportive housing is long-term, community-based housing which includes supportive services for homeless persons with disabilities.  

"You cannot do great things on this earth, only small things with great love."

- Mother Teresa 

MVHO is Celebrating 30 Years! 1991 - 2021

Your financial support of the MVHO 30th Anniversary Campaign will provide household cleaning supplies and personal care items for MVHO tenants and homeless clients.