LOWELL, MA – Today, Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) joined Methuen Mayor DJ Beauregard, State Senator Pavel Payano, YWCA leaders, and Element Care CEO Doug Thompson to celebrate the groundbreaking of the YWCA’s 48-unit affordable housing project in Methuen supported by $11.8 million in federal housing investments.
“Breaking ground on this new development is about more than building 48 units – it’s about expanding the supply of housing that hardworking families in Methuen and across Massachusetts desperately need,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “When we create more safe, accessible, and affordable homes, we not only give families the stability they need to get ahead, we also help drive down housing costs across the region. I’m proud to have secured the federal investment that’s making this project possible, and I’m grateful to the YWCA for their leadership in turning this vision into a reality.”
“This groundbreaking at Ingalls Court is more than a milestone - it’s a promise fulfilled for our seniors. Affordable housing paired with onsite healthcare through Element Care PACE allows our older residents to live with dignity, independence, and peace of mind. Methuen is proud to support the YWCA’s leadership in bringing innovative solutions that help seniors age in place, stay connected, and thrive as valued members of our community. We are deeply grateful to Congresswoman Trahan and our state partners for their commitment to expanding affordable housing and ensuring that projects like this become a reality,” said Methuen Mayor DJ Beauregard.
“YWCA is committed to its mission of eliminating racism and empowering women. YWCA affordable housing provides a safe place for women and men to live. Without this, empowerment is impossible. And we seek to promote affordable housing that is accessible to all people. YWCA Residences at Ingalls Court 2 will provide 48 units of deeply affordable housing for households with incomes at or below $33,950 for a couple and $29,700 for an individual. This level of affordability was only possible through Federal and State Government funding and local support. Federal funding of project-based Section 8 ensures that projects like this are well maintained and provide quality housing long after they are constructed. This housing is connected to Element Care's PACE program which provides comprehensive medical care to frail seniors helping them live with dignity in their homes. PACE is funded through Medicare and Medicaid. Combining affordable housing and comprehensive medical care is good for seniors, their families and the community at large,” said YWCA Executive Director John Feehan.
YWCA Residences at Ingalls Court 2 will provide affordable housing to 48 households. Half of the units are reserved for those with incomes at or below 30% AMI while the remaining units are all reserved for those whose income is below 60% AMI. The project builds on progress made by YWCA Residences at Ingalls Court 1, was completed earlier this year and has rented out all 38 affordable housing units, including 20 formerly homeless households.
The project is made possible in part by $11,885,074 in federal housing investments secured by Congresswoman Trahan to support the creation of more housing units and drive down housing costs for families across the Third District.
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