HDC MidAtlantic was formed in 1971 when members of two Catholic parishes in Columbia, PA joined forces to create affordable housing options for seniors in the community. Over the last 50 years, HDC has grown into a trusted developer, property manager, resident advocate, and collaborator in communities across Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland. We are committed to building real change and meaningful connections by creating, preserving, and strengthening affordable housing communities.
In 2021, HDC MidAtlantic celebrated its 50th anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, we created five anniversary videos covering HDC’s work and growth through the decades. Watch and learn more about the ways HDC has built hope and opportunity for our residents.
50 years. 50,000 people with a place to call home.
Episode One
The 1970s–Building Community
Episode Two
The 1980s – A Foundation for the Future
Episode Three
The 1990s – People At The Center
Episode Four
The New Millennium – Resilience Through Partnership
Episode Five
2010s & Beyond – Breaking Down Barriers
Special thanks to LampHouse Films!
Every voice matters. At HDC, we are committed to raising up resident voices and opening doors so that residents can actively participate in the democratic process, speak out on issues important to them and their communities, and communicate how policies affect their everyday lives. We believe it is important to make the time and space to listen, and to support resident leaders in effectively using their voices. We support resident advocacy opportunities through our Resident Academy of Leadership & Inspiration, Voter Registration Drives, and holding constituent meetings and tours with elected officials.
Allentown, PA
Fredericksburg, PA
Lancaster, PA
Finding a place to live that meets one’s basic needs and budget can feel like a never-ending challenge. The complexity of lower-income families and individuals extend far beyond simply finding a safe, affordable, and welcoming place to call home. At HDC, we are committed to being an ally in speaking to issues, programs, and policies that improve quality of life of our residents. Issues that we know are important to our residents include:
We know we can’t solve the affordable housing challenge alone. We need champions to help change the conversation around what home means and why it matters. We are committed to educating elected officials to understand the needs and challenges of their constituents. We are here to provide solutions that work and offer affordable housing expertise that demonstrates the impact policy decisions have on lower-income families, seniors and those with disabilities. We work closely with and participate in alliances and coalitions to educate and advance shared policy priorities. Our advocacy partners include:
Wendy Smith serves as the Vice President of Property Management, responsible for the overall strategic direction for HDC’s management portfolio and the organization’s largest staff team. Previously, Wendy served as Asset and Operations Manager for a leading real estate firm based in New York City which owned over 11,000 affordable homes. Since 2008, Wendy has held roles in regional level operations for commercial and for-profit housing agencies. Wendy holds a degree in International Studies.
