Community Residences are multi-unit rental residences designed for households who may not be able to live independently.
They are designed to provide a lower-cost residential alternative to institutional care. On the other hand,
they provide a higher level of care than will likely be found in leased project- and tenant-based housing.
Community residences often feature shared living space and have at least some supportive services provided on-site.
Typically, community residences are owned by the organization providing the care and support related to the facility.
Eligible community-residence costs include facility operations costs and personnel costs. Personnel costs under this activity
are for staff time spent managing, maintaining, and repairing a housing facility. Management includes making
eligibility determinations and handling lease-up. Personnel costs under this activity do not include staff time spent
providing supportive services to residents, however. If paid for with HOPWA funds, those costs would be allocated to the Supportive Services activity.