What it does
Development and operation of housing and community development projects and programs that benefit low and moderate income people. Most significant current activities are developing affordable housing, administering the section 8 hcv program, administering housing assistance programs including raft, homebase and neighbor to neighbor and operating the region.
Hearthway administers federally and state funded rental housing programs that provide direct rental subsidies to low-income households throughout berkshire county. These programs are designed to make safe, decent, and affordable housing accessible to individuals and families with limited financial resource, including seniors, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable populations.
Hearthway operates a regional housing consumer education center (hcec) and administers financial assistance programs, including residential assistance for families in transition (raft) and homebase, to help low-income individuals and families in berkshire county obtain and maintain stable housing. These program provide housing counseling, landlord mediation, housing search assistance, and short-term financial assistance for eligibility housing-related expenses. Services are designed to prevent homelessness, support households exiting shelter, and promote long-term housing stability for families and individuals facing housing crises.
Hearthway develops, owns, and manages affordable housing for low-and moderate-income households throughout berkshire county. Program activities include identifying development opportunities, securing financing from federal, state and private sources, overseeing construction and rehabilitation, and managing residential properties to ensure they remain safe, well-maintained, and affordable over the long term. In addition to property management, the organization provides resident services designed to support housing stability and improve quality of life. Through the integration of housing development, property operations, and service-enriched housing, the organization promotes stable housing and stronger communities.