This includes all services provided to residents of supportive housing programs by the supportive housing agency. The objective of the program is to assist individuals in locating and securing housing of their choice and in accessing the supports necessary to live successfully in the community. Services may include assistance with choosing housing, roommates, and furniture; providing financial assistance with purchasing apartment furnishings and with initial apartment/utility deposits, assistance with resolving roommate or landlord issues that may jeopardize the stability of the housing placement; and linking residents to a comprehensive community support system of case management, mental health and general health supports.

Rental assistance is provided to residents of supportive housing programs through the means of a voluntary agency-administered rent stipend mechanism. Residents are expected to contribute 30% of their income toward the cost of rent and utilities in decent, moderately priced housing in the community; the difference between the residents' contribution and the actual cost of the housing is paid directly to the landlord on behalf of the program residents.

•Applicants must meet annual income guidelines.

•Age: 62 or older. If younger than 62, must be mobility impaired requiring special features of the unit.

•This is a HUD Section 202/8 HAP program

Provides transitional housing for homeless families with a broad range of social services to help them achieve financial independence. Services include case management, housing placement assistance, day care, substance abuse counseling, mental health, food pantry, youth leadership training, and an advocacy program. Call for details

"Mill River Gardens: The Town of Hempstead Housing Authority owns and operates 1,309 apartments at 14 separate locations throughout the Town of Hempstead, stretching from the Queens border to the Town of Oyster Bay. The primary goal of the Housing Authority has been, and will continue to be, our commitment to provide safe sanitary housing in the most efficient and cost effective manner.There are efficiency (EFF) apartments for single persons over the age of 62; one bedroom (l-BR) apartments for couples with head of household 62 years or older and a small number of two bedroom (2-BR) apartments for couples, such as brother/sister or two sisters, etc. The Housing Authority also accepts applicants for family apartments consisting of from two to four bedrooms, available at two of our complexes.

Most apartments include range, refrigerator, tile bath, emergency alarm system, etc. Those developments catering exclusively to senior citizens have air-conditioned recreation/social halls. Activities for residents and community members, coordinated by the Town of Hempstead Department of Senior Enrichment, are available weekdays. The rentals for these apartments will be 30% of income, however, there is a deduction of $480 for each child from the total income. Seniors receive a deduction of $400. Utilities are included for all apartments, except at Roosevelt and East Meadow, where a utility allowance is subtracted from the monthly rent.

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Services Provided: Non-subsidized housing.
Eligibility Requirements: Age 55 or older. Must meet income guidelines.
Documentation Required: Proof of age and income (including assets). Copy of folder is made for community development for their approval.
Application Process: Applicants can call or pickup an application at Vincent Morello Senior Housing. Applicant will be placed on waiting list

Offers supported living for older adults in a home like environment. Three meals a day are provided, as is medication monitoring and home health care. This residence is for seniors requiring social and emotional services. Call for details

This includes all services provided to residents of supportive housing programs by the supportive housing agency. The objective of the program is to assist individuals in locating and securing housing of their choice and in accessing the supports necessary to live successfully in the community. Services may include assistance with choosing housing, roommates, and furniture; providing financial assistance with purchasing apartment furnishings and with initial apartment/utility deposits, assistance with resolving roommate or landlord issues that may jeopardize the stability of the housing placement; and linking residents to a comprehensive community support system of case management, mental health and general health supports.

Rental assistance is provided to residents of supportive housing programs through the means of a voluntary agency-administered rent stipend mechanism. Residents are expected to contribute 30% of their income toward the cost of rent and utilities in decent, moderately priced housing in the community; the difference between the residents' contribution and the actual cost of the housing is paid directly to the landlord on behalf of the program residents.

Independent Housing for seniors, families and disabled and based on income. Elderly (62 or over) and Family (under 62), and Disabled. Coin operated washers and dryers are available. One pet per apartment with some restrictions and pet security deposit is requited. Rent includes water, refrigerator and stove included, trash pick up. Electricity paid by tenant. Smoke detectors in each unit. Emergency call buttons in bedroom and bath (1 bedroom apartments only). Handicapped and off street parking.

Senior and disabled housing for low income individuals. Secure.

Independent living apartment complex for active seniors ages 55 and older. Complex has 92 apartments, including one and two bedroom units.