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Built for New Beginnings | Alexis
Cherry Oak Apartments will soon welcome 45 families who currently live in MDHA’s Cayce Place. Among them is Alexis, a mother whose remarkable story of resilience will inspire you. Watch above to hear how Alexis and her family are Built for New Beginnings.
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Built for Homeownership | Conswala
Not only has Conswala spent the majority of her life as a resident at MDHA’s J. Henry Hale Apartments, it’s the only home her two daughters have known. All that’s changing as Conswala takes the step to achieve a lifelong dream she’s been building – literally and figuratively – for herself and her family: homeownership. […]
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Success through Caring: Dr. LaTonya Knott
Professional experience and insight gathered from years of practice often play a key role when a medical professional is preparing a treatment plan for a patient. In addition to writing prescriptions and recommending remedies, Dr. LaTonya Knott has incorporated her personal story as part of caring for her patients, making a point to let them […]
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How do I apply for MDHA affordable housing waiting lists?
MDHA opens waiting lists on a regular basis. Waiting list openings will be announced ahead of time on our website. Most of our waiting lists are built on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible when a waiting list opens. Applications are accepted online only. If a waiting list is currently open, you can click the yellow banner at the top of this page that says Apply Now for Housing, or you can click below to see if any properties are currently accepting applications and to be taken to their application portal.
How do I update the contact information associated with my application?
It is important to keep the contact information associated with your application up to date so that staff can contact you if your name is reached on the waiting list. Click below to be taken to a page where you can click on the property you have applied for and update your contact information.
I forgot my password. How do I log into my account?
Log into RentCafe for your selected property and click “Forgot password?”
How can I get assistance with my Section 8 voucher?
Please contact your assigned MDHA Section 8 specialist or email MDHA’s Rental Assistance Department at section8@nashville-mdha.org.
How do I apply for MDHA employment opportunities?
Click below to visit our employment portal page.