10/28/2026
We’re proud to celebrate the groundbreaking of Dwight Evans Senior Residences, a 63-unit affordable housing development dedicated to seniors aged 62 and older in North Philadelphia. Designed to promote independence, comfort, and accessibility, the development provides a place where seniors can age with dignity.
This project is made possible through strong partnerships and support, and we were excited to hear from Kelvin A. Jeremiah, Philadelphia Housing Authority President & CEO; Cherelle Parker, Mayor of Philadelphia; Sharif Street, State Senator; Robin Wiessmann, Executive Director & CEO of PHFA; Darnetta Arch, Executive Director of the Lower North Philadelphia Community Development Corporation; Max Frankel and Zach Frankel, Principals of Frankel Enterprises; and Congressman Dwight Evans.
At the groundbreaking, Frankel Enterprises revealed the name of the development. Named in honor of U.S. Representative Dwight Evans, a longtime housing advocate and champion for underserved communities, the development celebrates his legacy of public service and commitment to North Philadelphia.
Leigh Jones helped bring this transformative project to closing, and we congratulate Frankel Enterprises on their milestone! Congratulations to Frankel Enterprises as construction begins on this important next chapter. Read more here: https://whyy.org/articles/philadelphia-sharswood-affordable-senior-housing/