Public Housing for Seniors

Provided by: Nova Scotia Provincial Housing Agency

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Service Description

Provides affordable rental housing to seniors (age 58 and older) with low incomes. Rent is determined by household income.

Rental units contain a stove and refrigerator and include heat and hot water. Some units are accessible for people with physical disabilities. There are units located across Nova Scotia.

Eligibility

• To qualify for one of these units, you must complete an application form and meet the guidelines for income, residency and core need
• To be eligible you or your spouse must be at least 58 years old
• Special consideration will be given to people with physical disabilities and other special needs

Application Process

Download an application form from the website or contact one of the District Offices

Documents Required

Proof of residency • Documentation of income • Other documentation is required

Fees

No fees to access program • Rent is based on household income

Languages Offered

English • French-speaking staff available upon request

Coverage Area

Nova Scotia

Contact Details

Northern District – Amherst Office

Address:
144 E Victoria Street
Amherst NS  B4H 1Y1
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Mailing Address:
144 E Victoria Street
Amherst NS  B4H 1Y1

Site Info

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Site Hours

Monday
8:30am–4:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am–4:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am–4:30pm
Thursday
8:30am–4:30pm
Friday
8:30am–4:30pm

Accessibility

Automatic doors

Coverage Area

Guysborough County • Antigonish County • Pictou County • Cumberland County • Colchester County