HANDWritten: Nevada HAND’s Blog
Our blog is packed with resident stories, what’s happening in our communities, and other news. Check out some of our recent features and learn more about our impact in Southern Nevada!
Honoring Service
A Decatur Commons Senior resident and US Air Force Veteran shared his experience with the Honor Flight program.
Scouting Art at Ice Age Fossils State Park
Two Girl Scouts troops based at Nevada HAND communities recently took a special field trip to the new Ice Age Fossils State Park and got to meet Tahoe Mack, a Gold Award Girl Scout and the visionary behind the life-sized mammoth sculpture at the entrance to the park.
The Furry Therapist
Meet Finley: a therapy dog who is a regular visitor to Nevada HAND's Silver Sky assisted living community.
Advancing the National Conversation About Affordable Housing
Nevada HAND hosted a special community tour for attendees at the National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies.
Taking the Stairs: A Resident Plans to Reach New Heights
Health and wellness inspiration from a Pacific Pines resident who is taking her love of physical activity to new heights!
Mission in Action: Expanding Access to Assisted Living
Nevada HAND continually evaluates how to best serve our mission, looking for opportunities to expand access and improve service. This mindset led to a recent renovation project to create four new units of affordable assisted living residences.
When Passion and Service Make Good Business: A Chat with Nevada HAND’s Founder
We recently sat down with Nevada HAND’s founder, Mike Mullin, to learn more about what inspired him to start this company 30 years ago. Mike moved to Las Vegas in the ‘70s with a very different career plan in mind, but eventually started a professional journey that satisfied his passion for real estate development and served a pressing community need.
More Than Plants Grow Here: How Gardens Promote Health and Community
Gardening grows so much more than plants. Children and adults who plant and tend a garden improve their health and wellness while deepening their sense of connection to the world and their community.
Ambassadorship in Action: Expanding Impact
Five questions with: Jill Lamonte, long-time Nevadan, Berkshire Hathaway Realtor, HAND Collaborative Emerging Leaders Board Member, and Nevada HAND Board Advisor
Mission in Action: Government Relations
Nevada HAND's Director of Government Relations, Arielle Edwards, recently returned from the 82nd Legislative Session in Carson City. During the session, and year-round, Ms. Edwards works to champion legislation and policies that support desperately needed affordable housing options in Nevada.
