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Finding housing is a complex process. The CRC recommends that in most instances you refer clients to a Housing Advocate. A good housing advocate will follow your client throughout the entire process.

Use the outline below as a guide to understanding housing in general. Click on a picture to learn more about the options that are available.
 

Housing
General Information
Housing General Information contains the following information:
  • Housing Advocates
  • Subsidized Housing Explained
  • Resources for Specific Populations
    • Elders
    • Veterans
    • Nursing Home Residents
    • Persons with Disabilities
    • AIDS or HIV
    • Immigrants
    • Families and Children
  • Rooming Houses
  • Roommate Matching Services

Homelessness
Prevention
Homelessness Prevention contains the following information:
  • Tenant Rights - including eviction rights, lead paint and bed bugs
  • Emergency Cash Assistance
  • Furniture Resources
  • Low cost movers
  • Mediation programs
For information on Homelessness including Shelters in Massachusetts and free clothing resources, see Specific Populations / Homeless

Long Term Care and Housing with Services

 Long Term Care and Housing with Services contains the following information:
  • Continuing Care Retirement Communities
  • Skilled Nursing Facilities
  • Assisted Living

Short-Term Accommodations

 Short Term Accommodations contains the following information:
  • MGH Affordable Accommodations List
  • MGH Beacon House Brochure
  • Hope Lodge - Free Accommodations for Cancer Patients
  • and more