Voices from Highland: Ms. Priscilla

I had the privilege of speaking with Ms. Priscilla of Highland Dwellings. Ms. Priscilla has lived here since 2006, moving there as a new mother looking for affordable housing. She felt she needed more independence than she had living with her family. Though she was initially unsure about the area, she has seen significant changes over the years, especially after renovations made the neighborhood look and feel much better.

One of Priscilla’s standout memories is finding a new church after the passing of her sister, which helped her reconnect with her community. 

Ms Priscilla addresses some stereotypes about affordable housing, like the idea that residents are irresponsible with money or don’t have jobs. She notes that many people in her community work, often in security or service jobs, though managing finances can be a struggle. Resources like financial planning workshops have been helpful for some residents.