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LifeBridge Independent Housing Project at Chaffee Crossing
In March 2005 ceremonial shovels were put to use at the groundbreaking for the initial phase of the LifeBridge Independent Housing Project. The ribbon cutting for the new buildings was held on March 22, 2006. On land conveyed to Bost by the Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority, two new structures took root: the Allyn and Tammie Donaubauer House and the Charles and Karen Still House. These innovative residential facilities will provide homes for aging adults with developmental disabilities, ensuring their comfort, safety and dignity to the end of their lives. The new buildings were designed by Architecture Plus, Michael Johnson, principal architect. Construction was awarded to SSI, Inc. The LifeBridge Independent Housing Project will initially provide homes for eight aging individuals in handicapped-accessible apartments that they can share with a caregiver. The twin structures meet the highest standards of accessibility according to the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act). “People with disabilities are living longer, healthier lives, just like the general population” said Roy Thompson, Executive Director of the Bost Foundation. “Our philosophy is that the adults we serve should age in place, and have a safe, secure, comfortable home for the rest of their lives.” The Lifebridge Project - Building a permanent endowment to support the continuation and expansion of services for individuals with disabilities. For more information contact Roy Thompson or Kent Jones 782-6801 or 783-1542.
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