Overview:
Jasper Hall consists of 53 units of newly constructed permanent supportive housing in the Melrose Commons neighborhood of the Bronx. Of the 53 units, 22 studio apartments are reserved for young adults with special needs who have aged out of foster care, 30 two-bedroom apartments are set aside for families living with special needs. A unit reserved for the building’s live-in superintendent, who is available 24/7 to respond emergencies.
Services:
Lantern Community Services delivers on-site supportive service programming to all Jasper Hall tenants. Program offices offer space for staff to conduct individual and group client meetings, life skills counseling, education and employment development, recreational activities for children and referral support. Staff and tenants work together to establish individual goal-centered service plans. Supportive services at Jasper Hall provide tenants with a variety of opportunities for personal growth. Staff and tenants work together to establish individual goal-centered service plans. Staff work closely with the family and young adult populations to achieve their program goals such as obtaining stable employment and participating in activities designed to promote healthy lifestyles.
Facts
| Borough |
Bronx
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| Neighborhood |
Melrose Commons
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| Sponsor |
Lantern Organization, Inc.
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| Occupancy Date |
2008
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| Development Cost |
$13.5 million
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| Partners |
NYC HPD – SHLP, LIHC syndicated by the Richman Group
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| Architect |
Harden Van Arnam Architects
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| Contractor |
Phoenix Contracting, Inc.
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| Features |
On-site supportive services, laundry, and community room for tenant use; attractive backyard and 24-hour security.
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