About McAdams Haven
McAdams Haven is DAHC’s most ambitious supportive housing community yet. It is named in honor of Linnie McAdams, the founder of DAHC and the first woman of color to serve on the Denton City Council. Her leadership and commitment to expanding access to safe, stable housing continue to guide this organization. The community will provide 84 fully furnished studio apartments for Denton County residents exiting homelessness.
McAdams Haven will honor the historic Quakertown community. Through intentional use of color, design, and art, the development will celebrate the resilience, culture, and contributions of the families who once called Quakertown home. This theme creates a welcoming environment rooted in local history and community pride.
Each home is paired with onsite supportive services, mental health care, and dedicated community spaces that empower residents to rebuild stability at their own pace.
Designed in collaboration with Denton County MHMR and trusted community partners, McAdams Haven reflects years of planning, learning, and listening. The goal is simple. Create a stable home and a supportive environment where residents can heal, regain confidence, and move toward long-term independence.
Your support will open 84 new doors to stability. Give today and help bring McAdams Haven to life
Why Denton County Needs McAdams Haven Now
Denton County is growing rapidly, and the supply of affordable homes has not kept up with the needs of the community. Shelters and service providers are stretched thin, and hundreds of residents are waiting for a safe and stable place to call home. Many of these neighbors face significant barriers to securing housing on their own, including disabilities, mental health needs, and long periods of housing instability.
McAdams Haven directly responds to this gap by creating 84 supportive homes for residents who are ready for stability but need the right environment to succeed. Each resident will have a private, fully furnished studio along with onsite supportive services that help them maintain housing, rebuild routines, and work toward long-term goals within a community that believes in their potential.
By expanding supportive housing in Denton County, McAdams Haven provides a clear path from instability to stability. This development strengthens the entire community by ensuring more of our neighbors can heal, reconnect, and move forward with confidence.
Help unlock $17 million in federal funding. Your donation brings us one step closer to building McAdams Haven.
McAdams Haven answers this need by offering 84 supportive homes designed for neighbors who face the highest barriers to stability. With onsite services, furnished apartments, and a trauma-informed environment, residents have the foundation they need to rebuild their lives and move forward with confidence.
Permanent Supportive Housing is a proven approach. Research shows that when people have stable housing paired with services, they experience higher well-being, stronger health outcomes, and greater long-term stability. Communities benefit as well through reduced pressure on crisis response systems.
Expanding Supportive Housing Together
Together we can bring McAdams Haven to life and create 84 new doors to stability in Denton County.
Denton County has more than 580 residents currently waiting for supportive housing placement. McAdams Haven directly expands the community’s capacity by nearly doubling the number of supportive units available. This project ensures our coordinated housing system can function effectively and strengthens our ability to support residents for years to come.
What McAdams Haven Includes
84 Supportive Homes
Private, fully furnished studios designed to promote stability.
Onsite Supportive Services
Case management, resource navigation, and wellness support.
Mental Health Support
Dedicated onsite services provided through Denton County MHMR.
6,700 Square Feet of Community Space
Gathering spaces, classrooms, computer lab, and areas for connection.
Long-Term Stewardship
DAHC will own and manage McAdams Haven to ensure lasting affordability and quality.
One gift can change what is possible for someone rebuilding their life.
Your partnership fuels one of the most important housing projects in Denton County.
Why Your Support Matters
To bring McAdams Haven to life, DAHC must secure $4.8 million by November 2026. This investment will unlock more than $17 million in federal funding, allowing construction to move forward.
Your support will:
build 84 supportive homes
furnish each unit
fund community spaces
strengthen onsite supportive services
create long-term stability for neighbors across Denton County
Your Support Opens the Doors
McAdams Haven represents the future of supportive housing in Denton County. With your partnership, we can create a place where 84 neighbors find safety, stability, and the support they need to thrive.
You can help bring this community to life. Explore the ways you can support the campaign and choose the level of impact that feels right for you.
This is a community effort. Join us in creating 84 supportive homes for Denton County residents.
DAHC is working closely with Denton County MHMR, local governments, service providers, and community leaders. McAdams Haven reflects the kind of collaborative effort required to create long-term stability for more of our neighbors.