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The waitlist will open soon!

Our affordable housing waiting list opens from April 8th to April 19th, 2024! Don’t miss your chance for housing assistance. Applications will be available when the waiting list opens on April 8th, 2024, at 9:00 am PST. See flyer below for details.

Casa Velasco Senior Housing is a program catering specifically to seniors 62 years of age or older, or low-income mobility-impaired individuals aged 18 years or older with disabilities that require the features of a special unit, such as an accessible bathroom and kitchen features including countertops and fixtures, designed to accommodate those with mobility impairments. This program is funded through a combination of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Section 236/Section 8 program and Tax Credit. Casa Velasco is a four-story building with 20 apartments (8 one-bedrooms and 12 studios).

Features:

  • All units are equipped with energy-efficient appliances, including a refrigerator, and stove.
  • All Apartments include a full bathroom, lofted ceilings, oversized energy-efficient dual-paned windows, ceiling fans, heating units, carpets, closet space, and some are ADA-accessible or adaptable.
  • A laundry facility, community room with full kitchen, television, fireplace, internet-accessible computer, and outdoor patio area are available on the 4th Floor.
  • Social Service Coordinator is available.
  • Casa Velasco is conveniently located near public transportation and shopping.

Seniors at Casa Velasco and our other Senior properties enjoy access to the Fruitvale-San Antonio Senior Center for social activities, classes, and events. The senior center hosts special events throughout the year, such as holiday parties and health training classes, providing seniors with a welcoming and supportive environment to stay active, engaged, and connected to their community.

Contact:

Mirna Gonzalez, Sr. Property Manager
Christy Lynn Hess, Assistant Property Manager
Email: casavelasco@unitycouncil.org
Phone: (510) 534-6200

Address:

3430 Foothill Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94601