Baker Awards Funding for 7 Affordable Housing Projects for Vulnerable Communities

Thursday, May 09, 2019

GoLocalWorcester News Team

Charlie Baker

Charlie Baker’s administration awarded funding for seven affordable housing projects for vulnerable communities.

“Our administration firmly believes that affordable housing is fundamental to our success as a Commonwealth and have been pleased to invest over $1 billion in the affordable housing ecosystem over the last four and a half years and propose Housing Choice legislation that would significantly increase housing production throughout the state. We are committed to working with our partners in the legislature to give our communities the tools they need to increase housing production to meet the needs of current and future Massachusetts residents, especially the most vulnerable,” said Baker.

The funding comes in celebration of 147 units of supportive housing for vulnerable populations, including homeless families and individuals, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals with disabilities.

The Awards

The awards will fund seven projects, supporting the preservation or production of 145 units of housing with $6 million in grant funding, $2.5 million in federal funding and state project-based housing vouchers.

“Families and individuals deserve access to the stability that permanent housing offers, and we are pleased that this funding will also give our most vulnerable residents, including veterans and survivors of domestic violence, the supportive services they need to thrive in the face of challenges. I’m proud of these efforts to increase the amount of affordable housing for people with the greatest need, and today’s awards are part of a commitment to ensuring Massachusetts is a place where all residents can succeed,” said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito.

Housing will also provide a myriad of social services tailored to the population, including mental health support, childcare, and accessibility.