Seniors, lawmakers gather for groundbreaking of brand new affordable housing in West Philly [Video]

WEST PHILADELPHIA – Affordable housing is important now more than ever. Lawmakers and organizations came together to celebrate the groundbreaking of a senior housing development and it will include a wide range of amenities to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

A new dawn and a new day for a West Philadelphia community as seniors and local leaders gathered for the groundbreaking of what will soon be a brand new, affordable housing building for seniors in Cobbs Creek.

The soon-to-be 37,000 square foot project coming together, thanks in large part to the Church of Christian Compassion, as well as local and state leaders.

Fred Bazemore said, “I’ve been here since 1988, so it’s a great thing to see this happen in this community today.”

Bazemore says these housing options are timely for seniors who have paid their dues. “It’s a blessing. It’s more than a blessing in disguise. I think it’s …