Two new lower density multi-family developments have opened in Elk Grove, aimed at lower-income renters. But what may set them apartment from other, similar, types of housing is a unique list of community-based social service programs.
The developer of The Crossings and Stoneridge at Elk Grove, Urban Housing Communities LLC of Santa Ana, has partnered with Heritage Community Housing Inc., a non-profit social service provider, to offer on-site programs at no cost to residents in cooperation with local organizations.
Basic computer skills and vocational training will be taught by the PowerTek Learning Center. The Center for Employment Training will teach accredited and certification courses for skilled trades such as medical assistants. Workshops for starting a business, personal growth, marketing and finance will be offered in English and Spanish. Five major banks will educate residents on the process of buying a home. The Elk Grove Teen Center will offer onsite job counseling and referrals to resident teens through their “Ready to Work Program.” And HCH is working on a wellness program with the goal of providing free immunizations and health screenings.
Federal tax-exempt bonds and credits, the city of Elk Grove and UHC’s financial partners, Citibank, Morgan Stanley and Capmark, funded the $56 million, 212-unit project.
Source: Central Valley Business Times