1999 HUD Funding for Housing for Senior Citizens
and People with Disabilities

*Note: To calculate the approximate number of residents who will live in the new housing, multiply the number of units by 1.25.

MASSACHUSETTS

Section 202 - Supportive Housing for the Elderly

Project Location: Dorchester, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Action For Boston Comm Dev, Inc.
Capital Advance: $3,926,000
Five-year rental subsidy: $906,000
Number of Units: 45

Project description:

The Sponsor will develop a 45-unit project in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood. This funding will transform the former Boston Ice House facility into a state-of-the-art residential property for the elderly. It will serve all of the needs of an increasing elderly population and re-establish the location as a valuable community asset.

Project Location: Dorchester, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Veterans Benefits Clearinghouse
Capital Advance: $1,369,900
Five-year rental subsidy: $362,000
Number of Units: 18

Project description:

The Otto and Muriel Snowden House will provide a total of 18 efficiency units of housing for the elderly in a three-story elevator building. The project will include a large community room, a kitchen and a half bathroom, as well as shared laundry facilities. The Sponsor will provide support services as needed.

Project Location: Hyde Park, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Roman Cath Archbishop Of Boston
Capital Advance: $4,362,200
Five-year rental subsidy: $986,500
Number of Units: 50

Project description:

Funds will be used for 50 one-bedroom newly constructed units for the very low income elderly which includes a craft room and a library. The proposed building footprint is sited with the existing buildings' open courtyard facing the proposed new building addition creating a sunny, private, enclosed courtyard for residents to enjoy.

Project Location: Jamaica Plain, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Cooperative Services Inc.
Capital Advance: $5,427,900
Five-year rental subsidy: $1,228,000
Number of Units: 62

Project description:

This development will provide 61 one-bedroom units of housing for very low income elderly tenants. In addition, there will be a two-bedroom unit for a resident manager. Ten percent of the units will be designed as handicapped accessible. The building plan emphasizes efficiency, security, and a sense of community.

Project Location: Methuen, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Lebanese Comm Hsg For The Elderly, Inc.
Capital Advance: $2,704,500
Five-year rental subsidy: $624,000
Number of Units: 31

Project description:

This development will provide 31 one-bedroom units of newly constructed housing for the very low income elderly. The units will be located on the ground floor, serving to promote the ability of residents to age in place and allow a social atmosphere. This development will supplement an existing elderly housing building adjacent to this site.

Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities

Project Location: Dorchester, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Bay Cove Human Services, Inc.
Capital Advance: $360,400
Five-year rental subsidy: $80,500
Number of Units: 4 Project Description: The funds will be used for the construction of a five-bedroom group home (4 bedrooms for persons with disabilities and one bedroom for a resident manager) in Dorchester,MA. The target population will consist of persons who are chronically mentally ill. The project will be energy and construction efficient, with design emphasis on amenities suitable for persons with chronic mental illness. Accommodations will also include computer technologies for the residents.

Project Location: Lowell, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: CASCAP, Inc.
Capital Advance: $666,700
Five-year rental subsidy: $140,500
Number of Units: 8

Project description:

The funds will be used for the acquisition and rehabilitation of eight units in Lowell, MA. The target population will consist of seven individuals with chronic mental illness. One unit will be for a resident manager. The abandoned property, when rehabilitated, will contribute to the work of the city of Lowell in revitalizing this urban neighborhood.

Project Location: Ludlow, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Behavioral Health Network, Inc.
Capital Advance: $379,400
Five-year rental subsidy: $120,500
Number of Units: 6

Project description:

The funds will be used for the acquisition and rehabilitation of two three-person group homes for persons with developmental disabilities. These buildings are in close proximity to medical facilities, shopping, entertainment, places of worship and recreational activities.

Project Location: Marlboro, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: Advocates, Inc.
Capital Advance: $1,645,700
Five-year rental subsidy: $362,000
Number of Units: 18

Project description:

The proposed project is an independent living project. The project entails rehabilitation of a four- story building that will house 18 residents with chronic mental illness. The independent living project will contain 4 two-bedroom apartments and 14 one-bedroom apartments. Only one resident will reside in each of the bedrooms. Each apartment will include a bathroom, kitchen/dinning area, and living room. Each individual unit will contain the following amenities: range, refrigerator, carpeting, window blinds, and vinyl flooring.

Project Location: Revere, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: North Suffolk MH Assoc.
Capital Advance: $401,800
Five-year rental subsidy: $120,500
Number of Units: 6

Project description:

The funds will be used for the acquisition and rehabilitation of an existing single family home located in a residential neighborhood. When completed, this proposed group home will provide housing for six persons with developmental disabilities. The project will provide the residents an opportunity to be independent, productive and integrated into the community.

Project Location: Springfield, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: MH Assoc. of Greater Springfield, Inc.
Capital Advance: $409,800
Five-year rental subsidy: $100,500
Number of Units: 5

Project description:

The funds will be used for the acquisition and rehabilitation of five one-bedroom units at two condominium developments for persons with chronic mental illness. These buildings are in close proximity to medical facilities, shopping, entertainment, places of worship and recreational activities.

Project Location: Springfield, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: MH Assoc. of Greater Springfield, Inc.
Capital Advance: $321,500
Five-year rental subsidy: $80,500
Number of Units: 4

Project description:

The funds will be used for the acquisition and rehabilitation of a group home for four persons with chronic mental illness. This project is in close proximity to medical facilities, shopping, entertainment, places of worship and recreational activities.

Project Location: Wellesley, MA
Non-Profit Sponsor: NWW Committee for Comm Living, Inc.
Capital Advance: $355,300
Five-year rental subsidy: $80,500
Number of Units: 4

Project description:

Funds will be used for the renovation of an existing cottage style single family home into a 4- bedroom residence for persons with developmental disabilities. This project also includes a studio apartment for the use of a resident manager. The house will be made accessible by the addition of a new ramp. Supportive services will also be provided at the choice of the residents.

Content Archived: January 20, 2009