A new affordable housing development for seniors who have been homeless officially opened in Wilmington on Monday, Dec. 4, with housing and government officials gathering for a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
SagePointe, 1435 Eubank Ave., is a 56-home supportive housing community geared toward those 55 and older who have been unhoused and need supportive services.
There are 55 small (609 square feet, one-bedroom) units. A two-bedroom unit is for on-site managers.
It offers residents opportunities for health services and education, as well as intensive case management services provided by Linc Housing, in partnership with the Los Angeles Department of Health Services’ Housing for Health division.
The three-story building includes a community room, laundry facilities, and social and supportive services. It is a block away from the Wilmington Senior Center. It also offers a bicycle room, as many of the residents use bikes for transportation.
Linc Housing is dedicated to providing housing and communities for those underserved by the marketplace, according to the nonprofit’s website.
The Long Beach nonprofit launched in 1984 and is focused on building and preserving affordable housing. Linc opened a new six-story rental development — 456 West —  in San Pedro two months ago, but SagePointe is designed specifically for those who have been homeless and need a stable environment with supportive services.
An outdoor park-like area features a covered courtyard, benches, tables and chairs, providing spaces for residents to gather.
Services include mental and physical health counseling, employment counseling and job placement, education, substance abuse counseling, money management, assistance in obtaining and maintaining benefits, and referrals to community-based services and resources.
Funding for the development came from a variety of sources, including construction and permanent loans from U.S. Bank, $10.9 million in Measure HHH funds from the City of Los…
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