Amidst Burlington’s ever-tightening rental market, residents and supporters gathered yesterday to celebrate the preservation and renovation of the Bobbin Mill Apartments. This 51-unit complex houses local renters with incomes at or below 50% of the area median.

In addition to federal FHA mortgage insurance program modifications, President Obama announced this week his support for other ways to improve the availability of affordable owner and rental housing, including several initiatives administered by VHFA and partner housing agencie

Last Thursday, VHFA staff stuffed many pairs of hats, mittens and gloves with yummy holiday candy that were then sent on their way to the children of the Sara Holbrook Youth Center.

Check out this new report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The Support and Services at Home (SASH) program was launched in 2013 and has connected residents with community based health services.