SCRIE helps eligible senior citizens 62 and older stay in affordable housing by freezing their rent. Tenants can keep paying what they were paying even if their landlord increases the rent. The landlord gets a property tax credit that covers the difference between the new and original rent amount.
To be eligible, older adults must be age 60 and older and live in New York City. Housing options provide: Personal care. Health care services to residents.
The Affordable Housing Program designates 20% of the units in an Affordable Housing Project to be occupied by applicants who earn up to 60% of the Annual Median Income (AMI) which is currently set at $38,100 per year for an individual, and $54,360 for a family of four.
For communities located in California, 100% of the homes must be occupied by one person 55 and that the other resident in the same dwelling must be a “qualified permanent resident”.
If you're 62 years of age or older and you meet specific income requirements, you might be eligible for low-income housing for seniors in NYC. NYC's Department for the Aging (DFTA) administers the program, and they will review your financial situation to determine your eligibility.