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From Empty Field to Welcome Home: A Year of Transformation at Karwick Village & Beyond
This time last year, our property at Karwick Village was nothing more than an empty field full of possibility. Today, as we stand on the

The December Karwick Village Construction Update
In our final construction update of 2025, we are grateful to be nearing the finishing line on our first residential units at Karwick Village. And

From Groundbreaking to Homecoming: What You Made Possible in 2025
2025 has been an extraordinary year of action and impact as we worked together to create community through affordable housing. It is almost difficult to

Indiana’s Housing Infrastructure Investment Bill: Understanding HB1005 and the Questions It Raises
As we continue our series on housing policy in Indiana in 2025, we want to take a look at House Bill 1005, its intent, the

Unlocking Affordable Housing: Why La Porte County Needs Zoning Reform Now
In La Porte County, we face an affordable housing crisis, partly due to a physical shortage of rental properties. This lack of rental homes drives

PRESS RELEASE: FIRST EVER AFFORDABLE HOUSING COOPERATIVE COMMUNITY UNVEILED IN LA PORTE COUNTY
Homeward Bound Villages Cuts Ribbon On Six Units At Karwick Village InFirst Ever Affordable Housing Cooperative Community In La Porte County NOVEMBER 17, 2025, MICHIGAN

How Indiana’s New Eviction Sealing Law Helps Renters: Real-World Scenarios
Senate Enrolled Act 142 (Public Law 128), Effective July 1, 2025, will make a significant difference for some and provide a path towards stable housing

Indiana’s 2025 Housing Reforms: An Overview of New Policies Strengthening Housing in Hoosier Communities
Indiana’s 2025 legislative session brought significant changes to housing policy across our state. From protecting tenants’ rights to expanding housing infrastructure, lawmakers enacted several measures

November Construction Update: Exciting Progress on Both Residential Buildings at Karwick Village
We’re thrilled to share the latest developments on construction at Karwick Village. With the exterior work on both buildings nearly complete, we’re now moving full

An Interview with Fran Quigley, the Author of “Lessons from Eviction Court, How We Can End Our Housing Crisis”
In September, we explored the powerful insights from the book “Lessons from Eviction Court,” written by Indiana eviction attorney and college professor Fran Quigley. Through

An Interview with Roger Potratz: Karwick Village Architect
Roger is the architect behind the unique and beautiful residential tri-plex homes at Karwick Village. He has been involved with Homeward Bound Villages since its

Breaking the Cycle: Three Critical Insights from Our Housing Barriers Series
Over the past month, we’ve taken an in-depth look at the barriers that low-income Hoosiers face daily in accessing and maintaining safe, stable housing. We