Using HUD Project-Based Vouchers in Assisted Living Communities

LeadingAge National has released a new backgrounder reviewing the use of certain U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Housing Choice Vouchers in assisted living communities.

While many Housing Choice Vouchers are “tenant-based,” local public housing authorities (PHAs) also have the authority to “project-base” a certain number of their vouchers, tying them to units in privately owned buildings. This can include units in assisted living communities, where the voucher can offer affordability to residents and steady rental income to owners by covering shelter costs.

The new three-page background document from LeadingAge National can help providers learn about this option and HUD’s definition of “assisted living,” determine whether and how their local PHA administers project-based vouchers, and understand the process of requesting project-based vouchers for their property if possible. The full document is available here.

Contact: Annalyse Komoroske Denio, akomoroskedenio@leadingageny.org, 518-867-8866