Youth Services

CTI’s Youth Services Program is designed with youth and young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 in mind. We offer Transitional Housing Opportunities, Rapid Rehousing, Community Connections and work closely with UMass Lowell and Middlesex Community College as part of our College Engagement programming. The team has been working hard to connect with youth and young adults (YYA), identify community resources and work towards stabilization. Our mission is to provide supportive and comprehensive services to some of the estimated 150-250 young adults in the region who are at risk or currently struggling with housing instability each year.

Section 8 Tenant-Based Vouchers and SNO Mass

Fuel Assistance

Helping 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.)

Contacts

Emergency Housing Assistance

The 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.

Landlord Services

Education 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

Weatherization and Conservation Programs

Free Weatherization and Energy Conservation Services

• Free weatherization and energy conservation services
• HEARTWAP provides heating system repair and replacement services to low-income households

First Time Home Buyers

Steps to Homeownership Seminar Offered Monthly

• 4-session course held two nights each week over two weeks
• Registration fee is $50 per family
• Participants earn a certificate

Merrimack Valley Housing Services

Merrimack 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.

Home Modification Loan Program

Modifying 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

Housing & Utilities

Housing Consumer Education Center (HCEC)

Helping 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