Perry Clark never had a home of his own. He couch surfed for most of his life — but always knew Akron was home.
Eight years ago, everything changed — Clark applied and was approved for residence in the Mayflower Manor, a HUD Section 8 and LIHTC community. Rent is income based, and housing is accessible for people who are 62 and older or are legally disabled. In 2023, the Mayflower completed an over $20 million renovation, adding new cabinets, kitchens, bathrooms, air conditioning, heating, flooring and updated fixtures.
It means everything that Clark has his own apartment. “I feel amazing because I always wanted it,” the 54-year-old says…