Hebrew SeniorLife’s Stoughton Affordable Housing Project to Receive State Funding

Hebrew SeniorLife’s effort to bring 96 units of permanently affordable housing with supportive services for older adults in Stoughton has received allocations of state and federal low-income housing tax credits and additional subsidies from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced $182 million in low-income housing tax credits and subsidies to 21 rental housing developments, including the one in Stoughton, that will create or preserve 1,245 homes across Massachusetts. 

Before Hebrew SeniorLife received this award of state resources, the Town of Stoughton approved the project at its Town Meeting in May 2024. It unanimously approved the project at its Zoning Board hearing in September 2024. The Stoughton housing site, to be located at 338 Canton Street on land that is currently undeveloped, will offer nine units for people aged 62 and older. All will be reserved for older adults earning less than 60% of Area Median Income (AMI), with 36 units reserved for those earning less than 30% of AMI. The need for such housing in the area is urgent, as approximately 5,300 older adults are on the Stoughton Housing Authority’s waitlist for affordable housing. Current plans anticipate construction to begin in 2026, with the opening targeted for 2027.

The site may include amenities such as two elevators, on-site culinary options, a fitness center, library, laundry, salon, walking paths, and a community garden.

The proposal aims to champion sustainable and Passive House design, reduce the carbon footprint, and support the town’s goal of building an environmentally conscious community. 

Residents will benefit from Hebrew SeniorLife’s Right Care, Right Place, Right Time initiative — also known as R3 — which gives residents access to a wellness team that understands older adults’ health needs and can help coordinate care with primary care teams, specialists, insurance providers, in-home caregivers, and more. Residents are invited to participate in risk assessments and receive assistance accessing preventive supports, health guidance, and nutrition counseling.

All residents will receive priority access to Hebrew SeniorLife’s Harvard Medical School-affiliated services, including those offered at Hebrew Rehabilitation Center in Boston and Dedham, our in-home care services, and the Deanna and Sidney Wolk Center for Memory Health.

“Housing is so much more than a roof over someone’s head. It’s a foundation for health, dignity, connection, and opportunity. It’s also important to a person’s well-being, especially as we age,” said Hebrew SeniorLife President and CEO Adam Scott. “I would like to thank the Healey-Driscoll Administration for its vision and commitment to more affordable homes for the people of this great state, especially older adults in such great need of affordable housing options. Hebrew SeniorLife is honored to be the recipient of state funding and honored to partner with Governor Healey and her team, especially the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities. I thank Secretary Augustus and Undersecretary Racer for their trust in Hebrew SeniorLife. We will deliver 96 beautiful new units in Stoughton that create affordable homes for seniors and bring supportive services like our Right Care, Right Place, Right Time program to keep residents happy, healthy, and thriving.”

“Our administration is working on all fronts to build more reasonably-priced housing and lower costs for everyone,” said Governor Maura Healey. “These awards are creating thousands of apartments that people can actually afford. This is helping seniors age independently and close to their families and helping workers afford to live in the communities where their jobs are. Congratulations to the municipalities and developers who are receiving these well-deserved awards today.”

“This funding round is about more than bricks and mortar, it’s about people,” said Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus. “Whether it’s a formerly homeless individual in Boston, a senior in Topsfield, or a working family in Easthampton, the homes we’re supporting will change lives. These projects exemplify the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s belief that everyone in Massachusetts deserves a safe, stable, and affordable place to live.”

“I am grateful for the incredible partnership we have with Hebrew SeniorLife, which is grounded in our shared commitment to Stoughton seniors.” said Thomas J. Calter, Town Manager.

Hebrew SeniorLife’s solution: service-enriched affordable housing

At Hebrew SeniorLife, we believe that housing is more than shelter — it’s a foundation for health, well-being, and community. Our service-enriched housing model directly integrates health care and social supports into our communities, empowering older adults to focus on what matters most to them and helping them live their best lives.

Key features of our approach include:

• R3 model (Right Care, Right Place, Right Time): Health and well-being teams proactively engage with residents, connecting them with health care, nutrition, and social services to improve quality of life and reduce hospitalizations.
• Comprehensive care continuum: Our communities connect residents to a full range of senior-focused health services, including in-home care, outpatient care, post-acute rehabilitation, and long-term chronic care. This helps them maintain independence while ensuring seamless access to care as needs change.
• Social connection: Each of our communities offers programs that foster social connection, reduce isolation and loneliness — a recognized public health challenge — and bring generations together through shared activities and meaningful engagement.
• Sustainability: We prioritize sustainability in new affordable housing communities, which are designed to meet Passive House standards, ensuring dramatically reduced energy use, enhanced indoor air quality, and year-round comfort, delivering healthier and more resilient communities for residents.

Hebrew SeniorLife collaborative partnerships

• Community engagement: We work collaboratively with local and state governments and other stakeholders.
• Thoughtful development: We don’t just build housing — we create vibrant communities that reflect the needs and character of the towns we work in.
• Commitment to diversity: We are dedicated to partnering with minority-owned and women-owned businesses in both new construction and ongoing operations.
• Expertise and perseverance: With decades of experience, we bring unmatched dedication to overcoming obstacles and delivering results.

Hebrew SeniorLife: we’re open to all

Hebrew SeniorLife welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds. Every person receives the same level of care regardless of religion, culture, race, sexual orientation, gender expression, or class background. We are committed to providing all individuals access to high-quality health care and senior living.

About Hebrew SeniorLife
Hebrew SeniorLife, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School, is a national senior services leader uniquely dedicated to rethinking, researching, and redefining the possibilities of aging. Hebrew SeniorLife cares for more than 4,500 seniors a day across campuses throughout Greater Boston. Locations include: Hebrew Rehabilitation Center-Boston and Hebrew Rehabilitation Center-NewBridge in Dedham; NewBridge on the Charles, Dedham; Orchard Cove, Canton; Simon C. Fireman Community, Randolph; Center Communities of Brookline, Brookline; Jack Satter House, Revere; and Leyland Community, Dorchester. Founded in 1903, Hebrew SeniorLife also conducts influential research into aging at the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research, which has a portfolio of more than $98 million, making it one of the largest gerontological research facilities in the U.S. in a clinical setting. It also trains more than 500 geriatric care providers each year. For more information about Hebrew SeniorLife, follow us on our blog, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, and LinkedIn.