Our Story

Rodney Scheel House was developed in 1995 by a group of volunteers who wanted to honor the memory of Rodney Scheel who, leading up to his last days of battling HIV/AIDS, worked tirelessly to create this community.  Sadly, he did not live long enough to see his dream fulfilled but his friends and family honored his memory with this complex of 23 apartments on Madison’s East side for people living with HIV/AIDS.  Rodney Scheel House was designed and is maintained to accommodate the needs of residents, their families and care givers.

We operate on the principle that a “community” is a place where a person can be the best he or she can be and receive help to accomplish what one can’t do alone. Residency at Rodney Scheel House is offered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry.  The Rodney Scheel House works with the residents to identify, offer and make affordable various support services that are appropriate to the individuals’ needs.

This complex includes efficiency, one-, and two-bedroom apartments with central air-conditioning, personal washer and dryer, and off-street parking near bus lines and shopping.  We provide a welcoming indoor community space, allowing for activities and communal meals, and maintain a beautiful community garden and well-kept landscaping, to accommodate outdoor activities.

There are two buildings, one with six units, and the other has seventeen units, with a community room and two offices. In total, there are nine efficiency, nine one-bedroom and five two-bedroom units.

To be eligible, residents must have a member of the household living with HIV/AIDS and have a household income at or below 50% of the County Median Income level.

Rent for these apartments can be no more than 30% of the tenant’s income, with the remaining funds being provided by rental assistance. If you are interested in renting an apartment at the Rodney Scheel House, please call (608) 243-1830 or email Caitlin Singleton.

If you would like to make a donation to the Rodney Scheel House, you can donate through the Project Home website…Yes, I would like to help.

Thank you.

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