New apartments that local officials hope will provide affordable permanent housing opened in the Triad this week. —
Greensboro’s Oakwood Park community includes 16 units for individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness.
Rent is based on income, with some tenants paying up to 30% of their salary while others may pay nothing at all. Anna Blanchard is with Affordable Housing Management, Inc., the nonprofit behind the project. She says permanent housing is critical to thriving…