Housing & Utilities Programs
Emergency Rent and Mortgage Assistance during Covid
QUICK VIEWCommunity Teamwork is pleased to offer new financial assistance programs for our families impacted by the recent Covid-19 pandemic and state of emergency. The Emergency Rental and Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) program funded by the Massachusetts Department of Housing & Community Development provides up to $4,000 of direct funding to eligible households.
In order to be eligible for ERMA, a household must:
· currently rent or own housing as a primary residence in Massachusetts
· have a gross household income that is between the 50% and 80% Area Median Income (AMI)
· have a housing emergency due to a financial hardship related to or exacerbated by the COVID-19 crisis
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Trouble Making Ends Meet? At risk of losing your home due to COVID-19? If…
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR REPORTING INCOME/EXPENSE AND FAMILY INFORMATION https://www.commteam.org/?page_id=8995&preview=true Landlord Services Rental Assistance Subsidized…
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Outreach – Outreach programming is geared towards connecting young adults around Lowell and the…
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QUICK VIEWHelping With Winter Heating Bills
- Homeowners and renters are eligible
- Most who get fuel assistance also qualify for other energy assistance programs
- You may use any type of heating fuel (oil, electricity, natural gas, propane, etc.)
Fuel Assistance
STATEWIDE HEATING HELP KICKOFF Click here for more information Listen to Karen Frederick, CEO…
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Visit This PageEmergency Housing Assistance
QUICK VIEWThe entry point for community members seeking emergency housing assistance
- Serving 41 communities in Middlesex and EssexCounties
- Counseling for housing instability and alternatives to shelter
- Short term financial assistance for rent and mortgage arrears, when funds are available.
Emergency Housing Assistance
4/24/2020 – Following is a quick write up from CHAPA on the recently approved…
Visit This PageLandlord Services
QUICK VIEWEducation and Support Services for Landlords
- Training for landlords to better manage their business
- Fair housing education and reporting
- Marketing of available units through www.nearlistings.com
Landlord Services
About This Program Community Teamwork’s Housing Programs cover 41 communities throughout the Merrimack Valley,…
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QUICK VIEWFree Weatherization and Energy Conservation Services
- Free weatherization and energy conservation services
- HEARTWAP provides heating system repair and replacement services to low-income households
Weatherization and Conservation Programs
About This Program Weatherization and Energy Conservation Programs deliver weatherization and energy savings services…
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QUICK VIEWSteps to Homeownership Seminar Offered Monthly
- 4-session course held two nights each week over two weeks or over two weekend days
- Registration fee is $60 per family
- Participants earn a certificate
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First Time Home Buyers
ENROLL NOW FOR FIRST TIME HOME BUYER VIRTUAL CLASSES 2021 Due to the threat…
Visit This PageMerrimack Valley Housing Services
QUICK VIEWMerrimack Valley Housing Services, Inc (MVHS) is a Community Teamwork subsidiary that owns and operates the Merrimack Valley Apartments in Methuen, a 60 unit HUD 202 Project for elderly and handicapped residents.
· Serving low-income elderly and disabled residents.
· Income requirements are up to 50% of median income.
· Beautiful facilities with a social room and opportunities for residents to serve on the board.
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About This Program Community Teamwork developed the 60 unit Merrimack Valley Apartments complex in…
Visit This PageHome Modification Loan Program
QUICK VIEWModifying Homes for Accessibility
- Serving Essex and Middlesex Counties
- For elderly and disabled home owners and tenants
- Low and no interest loans to modify homes for improved access
Home Modification Loan Program
About This Program The Home Modification Loan Program helps families and individuals modify their…
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Housing and Utility Supports Fostering Strong Homes and Communities The high cost of housing…
Visit This PageHousing Consumer Education Center (HCEC)
QUICK VIEWHelping Consumers Make Informed Decisions
- Serving 41 communities in Middlesex and Essex Counties
- Helping housing consumers make good decisions
- Offering resources to tenants, landlords and homeowners
- From homelessness to first time homebuyer supports
Housing Consumer Education Center (HCEC)
About This Program Community Teamwork’s Housing Consumer Education Center (HCEC) is one of nine…
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