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Wallick’s Jonathan Stonebraker Featured in NAHMA News
Jonathan Stonebraker, Regional Vice President of Affordable Housing Operations at Wallick, was recently profiled in the National Affordable Housing Management Association (NAHMA) News “Up Close & Personal” series. Jonathan serves as President of Midwest Affordable Housing Management Association (MAHMA) and on the NAHMA Educational Foundation Board of Directors. The feature provides a closer look at […]
Wallick Breaks Ground on Harding Heights Apartments
On May 11, Wallick joined community partners, public officials and project supporters to celebrate the groundbreaking of Harding Heights Apartments, a new $17 million affordable senior housing community in Marion, Ohio. Designed for adults age 55 and older, Harding Heights Apartments will bring 50 affordable apartment homes to the community and expand access to safe, […]
Wallick Welcomes Christopher Italiano as Senior Vice President of Construction
New Albany, OH – Wallick is pleased to welcome Christopher Italiano as the company’s new Senior Vice President of Construction. As Senior Vice President of Construction, Chris will focus on building a highly aligned, accountable and performance-driven construction team that supports Wallick’s mission, growth strategy and long-term operational excellence. He looks forward to collaborating across […]
Harding Heights Apartments Featured in the Marion Star
Harding Heights Apartments is in the news! The Marion Star recently featured the groundbreaking of Wallick’s new $17 million affordable senior housing development in Marion. The future community will bring 50 apartment homes to seniors age 55 and older and marks another step in our continued investment in the Marion area. We look forward to […]
Resident Success Story: From Experiencing Homelessness to Nursing School
Providing Support is at the Forefront of our Mission At Wallick, access to stable housing combined with supportive services creates meaningful opportunities for individuals and families to move forward with confidence. Through our communities, residents gain not only a safe place to live, but a foundation for growth and stability. Our partner nonprofit Resident Resources […]
Alexis Dunfee Joins 10TV’s The Big Picture to Discuss Housing in Central Ohio
This morning, Alexis Dunfee, Wallick’s Senior Vice President of Development, joined 10TV’s Bryn Caswell and Collin Dorsey on The Big Picture podcast to discuss one of Central Ohio’s most pressing challenges: housing affordability. Alexis shared insights on the forces driving housing costs, from long-term supply shortages to the growing need for senior housing in Ohio, […]
Wallick’s Alexis Dunfee Profiled in Affordable Housing News’ Annual Power Women Feature
Wallick SVP of Development Alexis Dunfee was recently profiled in Affordable Housing News’ Power Women feature. In it, she highlights how Wallick is evolving its approach to development, expanding into new states and embracing deeper, more creative collaboration with community partners and local government. The piece spotlights Wallick’s expansion into North Carolina, including Burrell Lofts, […]
Amy Albery Co-Chairs Licking County Comprehensive Planning Effort
Wallick CEO Amy Albery is co-chairing the leadership team behind Licking County’s first comprehensive plan in more than 25 years. This countywide effort is aimed at uniting municipalities and townships around long-term decisions on growth, infrastructure, housing, conservation and economic development. Read more about the planning process and what it could mean for Licking County […]
Wallick Celebrates Two Year-End Closings
As we kick off the new year, we’re thrilled to spotlight two significant year-end closings that bring 170 new affordable homes to seniors in Marion, OH, and Raleigh, NC. Both communities closed in mid-December following extensive collaboration across our teams and partners. Harding Heights Apartments – Marion, Ohio Wallick officially closed on Harding Heights, a […]
Wallick Shares Plans for Homestead Crossing in Youngstown
WKBN-TV recently featured Wallick’s VP of Development, Jimmy McCune, discussing plans for Homestead Crossing in Youngstown, OH, as the project advances. This 120-unit affordable housing community will serve families in the area and reflects our ongoing commitment to quality housing that provides long-term stability. Homestead Crossing was awarded Ohio Low-Income Housing Tax Credit resources through […]
Wallick Brings New Life to Burnett Manor with 9% Tax Credit Award
We’re excited to announce that Wallick was recently awarded 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits through the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) for the rehabilitation of Burnett Manor in Rockville, IN. IHCDA recognized the potential of this project, awarding $1,112,000 in tax credits and $500,000 in soft funding. These crucial resources will help transform […]
Wallick Celebrates the Grand Opening of Dr. Violet T. Lewis Village
Grand Opening Celebration Highlights On November 19, Wallick joined with community partners, elected officials and the broader community to celebrate the grand opening of Dr. Violet T. Lewis Village, a new $29.3 million affordable senior apartment community in Detroit, Michigan. Wallick is the co-developer and co-owner of the community in partnership with Presbyterian Villages of […]
Wallick Secures OLIHTC Resources for Homestead Crossing in Youngstown, OH
In October, Wallick was awarded Ohio Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (OLIHTC) resources for Homestead Crossing, a 120-unit affordable housing community coming to Youngstown, OH. This is our second project funded through the Ohio Housing Finance Agency’s (OHFA) program, following last year’s award for Harding Heights. Homestead Crossing will offer family housing with a mix of […]
Wallick Joins Partners to Celebrate Grand Opening of Vermillion Place
Wallick was honored to join Dayton Children’s Hospital and community leaders last week to celebrate the grand opening of Vermillion Place in Greater Old North Dayton. Dayton Children’s Hospital’s kinship housing project provides a pathway to stability and health for children raised by kinship caregivers—relatives or close family friends who step in to provide care when parents […]
Wallick Breaks Ground on First Affordable Assisted Living Community, The Ashford at The Enclave
On Thursday, October 16, Wallick celebrated the start of construction for The Ashford at The Enclave, a $30 million senior living community in Northwood, Ohio. This is Wallick’s first affordable assisted living community, combining housing and assisted living services to make high-quality care accessible for seniors of all incomes. The project is situated within a […]
Wallick Closes on First Affordable Assisted Living Community in Ohio
Wallick is proud to announce the successful closing of The Ashford at the Enclave, the company’s first Affordable Assisted Living community. Affordable Assisted Living is an innovative new housing sector and product type for Wallick that unites our core strengths in Assisted Living and Affordable Housing, serving Medicaid-eligible residents. About The Community Located in the City of Northwood, Wood […]
$37.5M residential project from Wallick Communities under construction in Sunbury
Wallick Closes on Walnut Ridge in Indianapolis
We’re excited to announce that Wallick has officially closed on the tax credit financing for Walnut Ridge Apartments, a 78-unit acquisition-rehabilitation community in Indianapolis, Indiana. Walnut Ridge was awarded $1.3 million in competitive 9% LIHTC and $500,000 in soft funding from the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (IHCDA). This asset previously went through foreclosure […]
Wallick Partners on Community-Centered Rogell Park Project in Northwest Detroit
Wallick is honored to partner with Detroit Blight Busters on the transformation of nearly 19 acres of the former Rogell Golf Course into Rogell Park, a $88M community-centered affordable housing development. The project will bring 304 affordable housing units, including 198 townhomes and 106 senior apartments, serving families and seniors earning 30-80% of the area […]
Wallick Awarded 9% LIHTC for Two Senior Housing Communities in North Carolina
Wallick has been awarded two highly competitive 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) allocations from the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA) to support the development of Onyx Place in Wilmington, NC, and Archer Commons in Morganton, NC. Together, these communities will add 96 affordable apartments for seniors, advancing our mission to create high-quality housing […]
Affordable-Housing Projects Stall Over Proposed Cuts to Rental Assistance
State Support Powers Wallick Development, Featured in Columbus Business First
Across Ohio, state funding is helping developers turn big ideas into reality, including Wallick’s Central Park project in Heath. We’re proud to play a part in creating spaces that bring housing, jobs and amenities to areas where growth is happening. Columbus Business First recently highlighted how programs are fueling developments across the state. Wallick’s two […]
Lighthouse Ridge Apartments Awarded $1.5 Million in 9% Tax Credits
Lighthouse Ridge Apartments, Wallick’s latest planned affordable housing development in South Haven, Michigan, has been awarded $1.5 million in competitive 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). We thank MSHDA for awarding these credits and for their ongoing commitment to expanding affordable housing in Michigan. In partnership with […]
The Ashford of Berkshire Senior Living Community Officially Closes
We’re proud to announce that The Ashford of Berkshire, Wallick’s newest senior living community in Sunbury, Ohio, officially closed on June 6. Financed through a $28 million construction loan from First Financial Bank, the 114-unit senior living community includes 82 assisted living units and a 32-bed memory care wing. Wallick partnered with RDL Architects (architecture), […]
Wallick Recognized by Affordable Housing Finance in Top 10 Companies Completing Substantial Rehabs in 2024
We’re proud to share that Wallick has been recognized by Affordable Housing Finance as one of the Top 10 Companies Completing Substantial Rehabs in 2024, with 730 affordable housing units revitalized last year. This achievement reflects our enduring commitment to preserving and enhancing affordable housing communities across the Midwest. Notable projects include the $7 million […]
Wallick Awarded 9% LIHTC for Wade Park Station in Cleveland
Wallick was awarded $999,960 in 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and a $1.75 million Housing Development Loan (HDL) reservation from the Ohio Housing Finance Agency to support the development of Wade Park Station! About the Community Wade Park Station is a new senior housing development located on Wade Park Avenue in Cleveland, OH. This […]
Wallick Welcomes Dr. Abraham Mathew, Senior Vice President of Senior Living Operations
New Albany, OH – Wallick is excited to welcome Dr. Abraham Mathew as the Senior Vice President of Senior Living Operations, after joining the team as Interim Senior Vice President in April. As Senior Vice President of Senior Living Operations, Abraham will lead the strategic and operational direction of Wallick’s Senior Living division to elevate […]
Wallick at Ohio Housing Council’s Spring Symposium
Two weeks ago, Mike Ekis, Wallick’s Senior Vice President of Construction, joined industry experts at the Ohio Housing Council’s Spring Symposium for a panel discussion on navigating construction challenges in housing. The event, held at the Ohio Statehouse, brought together leaders from across the state to address a wide range of housing-related topics. Much of the discussion centered […]
Organizational Update – Expanding Leadership to Strengthen Alignment and Strategy
We’re pleased to share an update to our organizational structure that reflects Wallick’s ongoing growth and our commitment to strengthening collaboration across key business functions. Effective this week, Information Technology (IT) will now fall under the leadership of Dr. Bryan Lenzo, who currently leads Human Resources, Business Intelligence, and the Project Management Office. With this […]
Breathwork, CrossFit keep Wallick CEO Amy Albery grounded