Unhoused veterans in Buncombe County are a step closer to coming home, thanks to the Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry.
The organization recently announced its purchase of the former Quality Inn at 1430 Tunnel Road in east Asheville. The property is a cornerstone of ABCCM’s Veterans Village project, which will provide 134 units of permanent housing exclusively for veterans.
“Purchasing the Quality Inn is a historical accomplishment that furthers ABCCM’s commitment to ensure an affordable home for every veteran and that no veteran has to be on the streets,” said the Rev. Scott Rogers, CEO of ABCCM. “We will convert 134 units into permanent supportive housing, which is 100% affordable, to complement the outstanding work at the Veterans Restoration Quarters (VRQ) where about 450 veterans annually are served with transitional housing.”…