Announcing The André Apartments

André wears a grey t-shirt with a circular logo while sitting in his wheelchair. He reaches up to a branch of a fruit tree. Fruit can be seen on trees in the background.

We are humbled to announce the name of our new affordable apartments on East Washington Avenue and 6th Street in Madison, Wisconsin: The André Apartments. The André is named in honor of community leader, André Brown, who passed away in 2022. André was a key inspiration for the creation of Movin’ Out and positively impacted the lives of many thousands of people served by the organization.

The André includes affordable and market rate multi-family apartments, ranging from one to three bedrooms, and includes supportive units for people with disabilities.

On the ground floor Red Caboose Child Care Center will expand into a new 21,000 square foot space. André Brown was a student at Red Caboose as a toddler, becoming one of the first children with significant disabilities to enroll and successfully participate in the program.

André was known for his complete engagement in both his work and hobbies, consistently modeling innovation and resilience to achieve inclusion. He gained work experience at Avol’s Bookstore, Jenifer Street Market, and Magic Mill, volunteered for numerous political campaigns, and worked in the Dane County District Attorney’s Office, all along with a 21-year administrative services career at Movin’ Out. He enjoyed camping, and music spanning genres from jazz to opera to Bruce Springsteen. He also followed sports as an avid Packer, Badger, Brewer, and Mallards fan.

“Naming this project The André to honor our friend and colleague made perfect sense. André Brown changed lives through his presence, his perseverance, and his compassion. André faced systemic marginalization as a Black man with disabilities, and pushed past it, time and time again,” says Kathryne Auerback, executive director of Movin’ Out. “André exemplified the integrated community living this new building will showcase.”

Apartments in the property are now leasing. Amenities include a fitness center, roof deck, underground parking, and a community room. The grand opening celebration will take place in summer 2023. Learn more about the apartments here or contact ACC Management Group, andreapartments@accmanagementgroup.com or 608-640-0652