Who would think that, after living for 62 years as a productive member of society, anyone would have to be concerned about housing after retirement? Many seniors find themselves facing this very predicament. Too often, they don’t only need to worry about possible declining health, but also about finding a clean, safe, and quiet place […]
Race, Roll, and Raise!
We raced. We rolled. And we raised nearly $70,000 to support Westhab’s mission. The evening included team and individual go-kart races, bowling…and a lot of fun! Hats (or helmets?) off to Regal Pest Management, who joined us as a top sponsor of the event—and won the team race for the sixth consecutive year! Thank you […]
What’s Your Zip Code
We’ve all been asked this question casually at the check-out or the gas pump. But the truth is, you can tell far too much about someone from the five numbers at the end of their address. There are some famous ones like 90210, but most are only understood locally. There is fantastic power in those […]
Ludlow Commons Ribbon Cutting
The opening of Ludlow Commons was celebrated on April 9, at the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Westhab’s President and CEO Richard Nightingale was joined by Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, Commissioner of the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal RuthAnne Visnaukas, Chairman of Westhab’s Board of Directors Jesse Krasnow, and many elected officials, community leaders, […]
Bundles of Joy and Junior League of Bronxville Host Baby Shower at Dayspring Community Center
Last month, Westhab partnered with Bundles of Joy and the Junior League of Bronxville to host a baby shower for 25 pregnant and new mothers at our Dayspring Community Center in Yonkers. “Too often, our clients go through their pregnancy without the support systems that many women in better circumstances have. Instead of enjoying this […]
Westhab and Neighbors’ Link: Dayspring Community Center’s Successful Partnership
Westhab has been working in Nodine Hill for more than a decade, providing affordable housing and youth programming. However, we have had a dream to provide a greater variety of services to this community. That opportunity started to take shape when Westhab acquired an old church in the Yonkers neighborhood at the end of 2015. […]
Westhab Partners With the City of New Rochelle and STRIVE to Open the First Source Referral Center
Westhab has partnered with the City of New Rochelle and STRIVE International, a nationally recognized workforce development agency, to open the First Source Referral Center (FSRC.) The center provides comprehensive career development and supportive services including skills assessments, job training, job readiness programs, and placement for careers in construction, healthcare, retail and other fields The […]
Ludlow Commons Opens
Ludlow Commons, Westhab’s eight-story, 71-unit affordable senior development, recently opened in southwest Yonkers. Located in close proximity to the Ludlow Metro North Station, Ludlow Commons represents the best in senior housing—transit-oriented, energy efficient, deeply affordable, and rich with resident amenities. Westhab developed Ludlow Commons along with general contractor Lasberg Construction Associates, and architect Magnusson Architecture […]
Westhab, Inc. Hires Andrew Germansky as Vice President of Real Estate Development
Yonkers, NY—Andrew Germansky joined Westhab, Inc. as Vice President of Real Estate Development in December of 2017. He will be responsible for managing all phases of real estate development including site identification, design development and coordination, financing, due diligence and construction management. Andrew brings more than eight years of experience in the field, including the […]