New Responsive, ADA Accessible Website Launched Q3 2021

Durham Housing Authority (DHA) launched their new responsive website 3Q 2021 (www.DurhamHousingAuthority.org). The website was created by Brooks Jeffrey Marketing, Inc. (www.BrooksJeffrey.com).

The new "responsive" website, includes the logo modifications and allows users to easily navigate the website no matter what device is used to view the website (desktop, laptop, tablet, smartphone).

To help make this new website more accessible for all users (including those using adaptive technology), it has been built using Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 to address American with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility guidelines.

Some of the features/functions on the new website include:

• Easy access to Apply Online, Check Waitlist, Pay Online, Maintenance Requests, Resident Services and COVID Info
  
  
• Prominent links on homepage for Help Center, Landlord Portal, Our Communities and Vendor Registration
  
  
• Housing Programs pages include information on Emergency Housing, Moving to Work (MTW), Rent Payment, Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) Programs, Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV) and more
  
  
• Resident Services pages include information on Community Service, Coronavirus Information & Resources, Education & Youth Services, Internship Programs, Resident Resources, Scholarships and more
  
  
• Our Communities - Find housing properties in your area by type of property with a convenient map or listing view
  
  
• Procurement pages allow vendors to register online and login to view current bid opportunities
  
  
• Sign Up for News - Those interested in subscribing can sign up on the website to receive news (via text/email) & can also (at any time) change their subscription or unsubscribe
  
  
• Publishing to subscribers via text/email - a great way to stay informed about things happening
  
  
• Calendar feeds four events to the home page with quick links to the complete interactive calendar
  
  
• E-News feeds to the home page for quick review of the three latest news articles posted on the site

All residents, landlords and the general public are encouraged to visit the website and sign up for news & notifications. Website administrators will be able to publish important information including upcoming events, news and more to those who have subscribed. The new website will be updated continually with new information that will benefit all residents, landlords and the public at large.

For more information about the new website, please contact Anthony Scott, Chief Executive Officer at 919.683.1551 or email Anthony Scott.

Brooks Jeffrey Marketing, based in Mountain Home, Arkansas, was awarded the contract for the new responsive website. Established in 1984, Brooks Jeffrey Marketing provides integrated marketing solutions: advertising, branding, photography, public relations, promotional items, websites & social media campaigns to businesses, government entities & non-profits throughout the US. Brooks Jeffrey offers customized integrated marketing solutions to Housing Authorities (www.BrooksJeffrey.com).

RELEASE DATE: 3Q 2021
For more information, contact:
Anthony Scott, Chief Executive Officer
330 E. Main Street, Durham, NC 27701
919.683.1551
email Anthony Scott