Northeast Oregon Housing Authority (NEOHA) and Community Development Partners (CDP) have started construction of La Grande’s newest housing community, Timber Ridge, a 4.8-acre, 82-unit affordable housing development designed to foster community and intergenerational living while providing the services and support needed for individuals and families to thrive. The development of Timber Ridge is critical to addressing the region’s affordable housing needs.
EngAGE Northwest (NW) will lead the resident services programming, in collaboration with NEOHA, with additional childhood education services provided by Eastern Oregon University’s Head Start program.
Maria Rojo de Steffey, Executive Director of EngAGE NW, offered these comments:
“It is very exciting for us to work with NEOHA and CDP to bring EngAGE programming to this Community for All Ages. Sometimes we forget that since the beginning of time our ancestors succeeded by relying on the strengths of all members of their tribes and clans. The wisdom of the elders helped guide the actions of everyone while imparting important lessons to the children. The children in turn provided help for the elders as needed. And the physical strength and skills of the adults provided for the welfare of all. This is what a Community for All Ages is all about. EngAGE Northwest looks forward to collaborating at Timber Ridge to achieve this kind of meaningful experience for residents.”
