St Mark's Towers

St Mark's Towers stands in Brunswick, Georgia, as two six-story buildings that offer 150 one-bedroom apartments to low-income seniors aged 62 and up, and these apartments come with Section 8 rental assistance, so residents never pay more than 30% of their income for rent, and that already includes utilities, which makes things easier for budgeting every month, and each home has heating and cooling controls, so folks can stay comfortable whatever the weather's doing outside. The Towers operate separate from St. Mark's Church and have been serving seniors in the Golden Isles for 40 years, helping about 153 people every year find a safe, affordable place to live. The place gets funds from HUD, government grants, donations, and program services, and it's a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with an executive director, Melinda Massey, and a project administrator, Peggy Brooks, both helping make things run day to day. The apartments have open floor plans and are set up for safety and comfort, and there are spots to gather for quiet games like bridge, a library where folks can sit and read, a beauty and barber shop for those who want a haircut or a quick trim, and a full exercise room to move around and stay active. Social and recreational activities happen, and free transportation helps people who need it, though the place does need some big repairs, with work needed on elevators, flooring, appliances, and common areas. The Towers focus on keeping seniors independent, but some services like assisted living and elder care support can be set up privately. St Mark's Towers doesn't use special names for its programs or features, and the main goal stays simple: provide seniors and elderly people with affordable, safe housing, a caring place to live, and a sense of community.