In case you missed it, SHARE encourages you to take note of the opportunities described in the following notice sent from UMass Memorial Hospital.
Habitat-for-Humanity home becoming available in Sturbridge
Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester is offering two affordable homeownership opportunities in Sturbridge and Worcester for individuals and families within specific income brackets. If you are in need and meet the eligibility criteria, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. UMass Memorial Health is proud to have partnered with Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester on these projects to support more affordable housing in our region. Through our Anchor Mission, we provided investment to support the construction of the Sturbridge home, and our physicians volunteered in the construction of the Worcester home.
Worcester: Habitat for Humanity is currently accepting applications for a single-family, attached, 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Worcester. This home is suitable for a household size of three to eight individuals, with a maximum of four bedrooms. Veterans will be given preference during the selection process. Applications for this opportunity are being accepted from now until July 10, 2023. Learn more about the Worcester home.
Sturbridge: Habitat for Humanity is also currently accepting applications for a single family, 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Sturbridge. The home is suitable for a household size of three to eight individuals, depending on specific household composition. To be eligible, the applicant's household income must be at least 30% but no more than 60% of the current U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD) Worcester median income for their household size. The maximum selling price is currently set at $233,200, subject to change based on the selected applicant's eligible income. Applications for this opportunity are being accepted from now until August 6, 2023. Habitat for Humanity is conducting one-hour information sessions to explain the application process and details of this housing program. Learn more about the Sturbridge home.
To qualify for either of these affordable homeownership opportunities, applicants must meet specific criteria. For more information and to access the application, please visit the Habitat for Humanity MetroWest/Greater Worcester website. Habitat for Humanity's Sturbridge home under construction.