​Groups from Wisconsin and nationwide have contacted us, asking “How do we make Prairie Haus happen in our community?”

HOOO’s goal is to consult with 500 fledgling groups to help create their own inclusive rental communities within the next five years.

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Interested in learning how to plan, fundraise, and build an inclusive and affordable apartment for your community? 

E-mail info@homeofourown.org today to learn about our consultation services. 

Areas we cover:

• Forming a Group of Like Minded People 
• Understanding Fair Housing Law and State Funding 
• Establishing the Vision, Mission, Values and Scope of the Project
• Establishing Community Partnerships
• Creating a Non-Profit
• Locating an Appropriate Building Site
• Municipal Relations and Good Will
• Finding the Right Developer
• Creating Marketing Materials
• Fundraising
• Finding Care Providers
• Pre-Lease Up and Lease Up
• Move In
• Fostering Inclusivity and Community
• Sustainability and  Changing Role of Non-Profit
• Long Term Outcomes and Stability for Disabled Residents

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​We can offer guidance and practical advice through email, Zoom, or in person. We are also able to provide some research assistance and document review. Although we are both trained as lawyers, we are not offering legal advice.

Susan Wallitsch, J.D. (left), 
Mary Anne Oemichen, J.D. (right) 
Co-founders and co-executive directors of Home of Our Own Inc.

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