NeighborWorks Housing Solutions held the ribbon cutting of The Lincoln, a new community offering 37 units of affordable housing for seniors at the site of the former Lincoln School, 70 Highland Street in Brockton, MA.  Leasing is now underway, and the first residents are expected to move into their new homes sometime in April.

The project transformed a historic former elementary school originally constructed in the 1890s into 37 studio and one-bedroom apartment homes for seniors. Wherever possible, original elements from the schoolhouse were incorporated into the new design. 

“We’ve seen a huge increase in demand for affordable, accessible, and supportive housing, which puts more of our seniors at risk,” said Robert Corley, CEO of NeighborWorks. “These types of historical developments are some of the most challenging to take on, but we are proud to welcome you to this revitalized former school, which will now serve as a home to 37 seniors.”