In the interview with cityCurrent’s Jeremy C. Park, Earle Schwarz, Executive Director of Intunity – The Housing Foundation of West Tennessee, discusses the nonprofit’s mission to provide exceptional, affordable rental homes for people with disabilities and seniors. Earle shares the history of the organization, noting that Intunity currently owns 24 homes in Shelby County and 13 in Madison County, aimed at helping individuals with disabilities lead productive and independent lives by offering safe, affordable, and accessible housing.
Earle explains how Intunity acquired and modified existing homes to meet tenants’ unique needs and describes their future strategy of designing and building new homes with optimal floor plans for energy efficiency and durability. He highlights a partnership that will enable mixed-use neighborhood developments, including affordable housing for seniors. Earle concludes by emphasizing the impact of their work on improving lives and encourages community involvement to support their mission.
