Review of Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters Program and the Rental Assistance Program

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Purpose:

BC Housing is undertaking a review of two rental assistance programs: The Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) program and the Rental Assistance Program. These programs are cornerstones of BC Housing’s support for low income seniors and low income families with children. The intent of this review is to learn about the impact of these programs on recipients and to identify any opportunities to enhance the delivery of services to improve housing affordability in BC.

Impact:

BC Housing conducted a review of the Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER) program and the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) in 2021-2022. SAFER and RAP are key BC Housing programs supporting low-income seniors and low-income families with children. SAFER launched in 1977 while the Rental Assistance Program started in 2006.
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Category:
Vulnerable or Distinct Populations
Published:
6/19/2024
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Audience:  government