March 2026

Building the Future: Progress on New Homes Across New Haven

by Lucy Marinelli | Mar 25, 2026 | Housing

Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven is excited to share several updates on our ongoing and upcoming construction projects that will bring new homes to neighborhoods across the city. Construction is well underway on one of our newest projects on Winchester...

Preparing the Next Generation for Financial Success: NHS at Credit for Life Fair

by Lucy Marinelli | Mar 25, 2026 | Homeownership, Housing, The HomeOwnership Center

Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven’s HomeOwnership Center (HOC) had the opportunity to support local students in building a strong foundation for their financial futures. Housing Coordinator Heidie Colon-Rosa represented the HOC at the Credit for Life Fair...

When Heat Can’t Wait: Barriers and Advocacy

by Lucy Marinelli | Mar 25, 2026 | Community Sustainability, HomeEnergy ConneCT

In October 2025, a Connecticut homeowner, Chelsea Hare, enrolled in HomeEnergy ConneCT, Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven’s one-on-one home energy counseling program, and she had a clear objective: “My primary goal is to ensure my home has a safe, reliable,...

Congratulations, Kathy!

by Lucy Marinelli | Mar 13, 2026 | Community Sustainability, HomeEnergy ConneCT

Last month, Kathy Fay, our director of community sustainability, celebrated her 20th anniversary with us at Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven! Before joining NHS as a member of our housing rehabilitation staff, Kathy was a volunteer in many of our community...

Welcome, Wengel!

by Lucy Marinelli | Mar 13, 2026 | Community Sustainability

Wengel Kifle recently joined Neighborhood Housing Services as a Policy Educator for Energy Equity, Engagement, and Resilience. Wengel is originally from Ethiopia and has been proud to be a New Havener ever since moving to the city at 7-years-old. Wengel also loved her...