Our Goals
What: |
Provide 80 Rochester residents with permanent, affordable, quality housing combined with on-site social and educational services in a new 3-story energy - efficient, 76,000 sq ft. building with on-site parking and expert management. |
Why: |
There is a shortage of permanent affordable housing in the City of Rochester. The Eastman Commons facility will replicate a proven model that provides tenants with the support they need while instilling a sense of pride in their independent living. |
Who: |
Individual adults (workers, seniors, veterans, etc.) earning less than $26,940 / year, and adult formerly homeless individuals ready for independent living. |
On-site services: |
Case management, life skills development, goal planning, credit counseling, money management, and educational assistance along with other health, social and recreational activities. |
Where: |
1630 Dewey Avenue, Rochester, New York (formerly Crescent Puritan Dry Cleaners) in the historic Maplewood Section, of the City of Rochester, NY |
When: |
Construction is expected to begin in 2010 with demolition of the existing building and site cleanup. Lease-up and opening is targeted for late 2011. |
How: |
Eastman Commons Community (ECC), Inc. (Founder,CoSponsor/Non-Profit Developer) - a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable corporation governed by an independent Board of Directors: In partnership with:
On-Site Service Providers:
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Contact: |
Contact ECC directly at: Phone: (585) 671 - 4069; |
