February has been recognized as Black History Month since 1970 following years of honoring “Negro History Week.” Each year, there is a new theme for Black History Month, and this year’s theme is “Black Health and Wellness.” A few well-known…
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RRHA Board of Commissioner, Gail Burruss, Passes on January 21, 2022
The Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, staff, residents, and community would like to extend their condolences to the Burruss family upon the passing of RRHA Commissioner, Gail Burruss, late last week. Commissioner Burruss provided great service to…
RRHA to Operate by Appointment Only
Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases and keeping our employees, customers, families, and visitors safe, ALL RRHA OFFICES WILL BE OPERATING ON AN APPOINTMENT ONLY BASIS EFFECTIVE JANUARY 14, 2022. This change will be kept until further notice. Thank…
RRHA Opening TWO HOURS LATE on MONDAY, JANUARY 3.
Due to the inclement weather predicted for tomorrow morning, all RRHA offices will be opening at 10:30am tomorrow morning. Please stay tuned for more updates on delays and closures.
RRHA Community Gets Vaccinated
On Friday, about 80 Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority residents and staff got their booster vaccine and/or flu shot thanks to Michael’s Pharmacy. Residents were lined up outside the doors at Melrose Towers and Morningside Manor, some waiting half an…
RRHA’s Canned Food Drive
The City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority is hosting a canned food drive, RRHA’s Canned Food Drive to Fill Reusable Bags, now through November 30 to benefit their residents. The goal is to uplift the health and well-being of…
RRHA Properties Available for Sale
RRHA has several properties available: 2503 and 2515 Shenandoah Avenue, NW 832 Centre Avenue, NW These lots are vacant and zoned for residential use. RRHA will consider any offer for them individually, or all three together. Please contact Frederick Gusler…
City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority Sponsors a Diaper Bag Drive and Trunk or Treat
Roanoke, Va.- On Saturday, the City of Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority sponsored their second annual diaper bag drive and, this year, coupled the event with a trunk or treat at their Jamestown Place location. The diaper bag drive is…
RRHA Rent Relief Application – Intake Clinic
RRHA is partnering with Total Action for Progress (TAP) to have a representative from their agency to perform Rent Relief Application intake for our families, on-site, to apply for Rent Relief assistance. Intake Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1:00…
July 2021 FSS Resident of the Month
Meghan Castaneda is our July 2021 FSS Resident Of The Month. Meghan has done an amazing job as the front desk receptionist and is now utilizing her skills and desire to help others within her new role as the Housing…
