Laurel Manor Senior Apartments Grand Opening Celebration And Ribbon Cutting A New Housing Opportunity For Low-Income Seniors In Vancouver, WA -05/05/25
Laurel Manor Senior Apartments Grand Opening Celebration and Ribbon Cutting
A New Housing Opportunity for Low-Income Seniors in Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, WA – May 5, 2025– The Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA) and Columbia Non-Profit Housing (CNPH) invite the community to the Grand Opening Celebration of Laurel Manor Senior Apartments, an 82-unit affordable housing development for low-income seniors aged 62 and older. The event will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at 3333 NE 66th Avenue, Vancouver, WA.
The event will feature a land acknowledgement, remarks from community leaders, ceremonial ribbon cutting, refreshments, and guided tours of Laurel Manor's thoughtfully designed amenities, including a spacious community room, computer lab, private meeting rooms, laundry on every floor, and beautifully landscaped outdoor spaces. Several units are fully accessible, including accommodation for individuals with visual and hearing impairments.
Dani Ledezma, Executive Director of Columbia Non-Profit Housing, shared her excitement about the milestone: “Laurel Manor represents more than just housing — it’s about dignity, community, and a future where people can age in place safely and with pride. We are honored to celebrate this new chapter with our residents, partners, and neighbors.”
Laurel Manor officially opened in January 2025, and the building is already fully leased. Designed to foster independence and social connection, Laurel Manor includes a pet relief area, community garden beds, a gazebo, patio, and a walking trail that surrounds the property.
Andy Silver, CEO of the Vancouver Housing Authority, emphasized the community impact: “We know that safe, stable housing is the foundation for health and well-being, especially for seniors. Laurel Manor reflects our shared commitment to ensuring that older adults can stay in our community and thrive.”
The property was developed by VHA and sponsored by CNPH with strong support from local and federal partners, including the City of Vancouver, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Washington State Housing Finance Commission, and the Washington State Department of Commerce.
Event Details:
- What: Grand Opening Celebration & Ribbon Cutting
- When: Friday, May 16, 2025
- Time: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
- Where: 3333 NE 66th Avenue, Vancouver, WA
- Parking: Limited on-site parking, with overflow available at Columbia River Mental Health Services
- RSVP: Required by Wednesday, May 7, 2025, to Susan Pagel at spagel@vhausa.com
Communication and Media Inquiries:
Please contact communications@vhausa.com
About Columbia Non-Profit Housing (CNPH):
Columbia Non-Profit Housing’s mission is to create stable communities by providing affordable, decent and safe housing where low-income people including seniors, persons with disabilities and families have opportunities to grow and thrive.
About The Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA):
The Vancouver Housing Authority’s mission is to provide opportunities to people experiencing housing barriers while honoring their personal dignity and maintaining public trust.