Bridgewell has long been recognized as a leader
in providing safe and affordable housing in Lowell and Lynn
for individuals with disabilities, the homeless and individuals
with a dual diagnosis.
Housing opportunities range from rooming houses
to apartment living, from rental subsidies to voucher programs.
Bridgewell provides ongoing maintenance and capital
improvements to all its properties, including interior and
exterior renovations, carpentry, painting and landscaping.
Shelter Plus Care
The program administers 45 rental subsidies to the homeless
and disabled. Those accepting the subsidy must agree to the
case-management services provided by the Lynn PACT. The Lynn
Housing Authority maintains the referral and waiting list.
Single Room Occupancy
The program offers 30 subsidized housing units to homeless
individuals. The building was recently renovated with HUD
funding.
Representative Payee
Services
Bridgewell payee services help transition homeless individuals
to permanent housing situations and teach individuals money
management skills needed to maintain a dwelling. Staff members
provide assistance in locating suitable housing in Lynn or
Lowell and are contracted to assist in the management of client
finances, paying rent, utilities and other bills. In addition,
case management services are offered by the Lynn PACT.
Mainstream Choice Voucher
Program
Bridgewell administers 200 housing vouchers for very-low income
individuals who are disabled and their families so that they
can afford safe, decent and affordable, privately owned housing
anywhere in Massachusetts.
Since housing assistance is provided on behalf
of the family or individual, participants are able to find
their own housing, including single-family homes, townhouses
and apartments. The participant is free to choose any housing
that meets the requirements of the program.
For information on any of our affordable-housing
programs, contact housing@bridgewell.org.
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