Analysis by Nathan Brunet
Last Updated: February, 23rd 2024
The Grand Rapids Housing Commission (GRHC) is currently accepting Housing for 55+ waiting list applications until further notice. Waiting lists for a specific community or bedroom size may be closed.
To apply, complete the online application. Select an open waiting list in the "Housing for Ages 55 and older" section.
This waiting list has the following preferences: Displaced by government action, fire, lead paint, natural disaster, or similar circumstance; Live in city limits of Grand Rapids; Requesting barrier free unit; Veteran or widow of veteran with honorable discharge.
For more information, visit the GRHC website here, or call the office at (616) 235-2600.
The application may be completed online at https://grhc.apply4housing.com/.
Housing for 55+ has preferences for: Displaced by Natural Disaster, Live, Work, or Attend School Locally, Veterans, Displaced by Government Action. Preferences are not required but Project-Based applicants that meet these criteria will be moved up the waiting list.
Housing for 55+ Project-Based Waiting List is managed by Grand Rapids Housing Commission.
Grand Rapids Housing Commission provides affordable housing for up to 3,707 low- and moderate-income households through its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and public housing programs.
This housing agency serves Kent County, Michigan.
Applying for housing with bad credit.
Most HUD housing programs, like Section 8 and Public Housing, do not have a credit check. But Section 8 landlords will likely require one for an available unit.Tangala Tonya Mcfashion says:
"Affordable Housing Online is very useful and keeps you updated on all of the information."