This issue brief explains how federal rental assistance plays a critical role in the safety net for seniors, helping them avoid homelessness and institutionalization. As HUD programs face the risk of future cuts under the current Administration and Congress, policymakers must protect and expand federal rental assistance so that everyone – including older adults – can access housing they can afford.
Attacks on HUD and fair housing will result in more homelessness among older adults and people with disabilities. We need urgent action to preserve HUD programs and people’s rights to access housing without discrimination. We call on Congress to protect HUD and its duty to promote fair housing for all. We urge those in our network to do the same by contacting your members of Congress.
This issue brief shares best practices and policy recommendations that can improve access to housing, health care, and economic security to better support older adults’ reentry into the community from incarceration.
