Senior Citizens Housing Development Fund (SCHDF)
Forecasted
The Senior Citizens Housing Development Fund from Alaska Housing Finance Corporation funds research-informed development and modification of safe, affordable, and accessible housing for Alaska’s seniors.
Funder: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Pre-application deadline, projected) | December 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts vary by project; funding can support acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of senior housing as well as accessibility modifications.
Summary: Supports the creation and enhancement of affordable, accessible housing for seniors across Alaska, including both new development and home modifications.
Description
The Senior Citizens Housing Development Fund (SCHDF), administered by the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, provides grants to promote safe, affordable, and accessible housing options for Alaska’s senior population. Funding is distributed through two main programs:
- Greater Opportunities for Affordable Living (GOAL): Assists developers and sponsors in building affordable rental housing for seniors, including acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction.
- Senior Access Program (SAP): Supports accessibility modifications to existing homes, such as ramps and grab bars, enabling seniors to remain in their communities.
Both programs are structured to address the unique housing needs of Alaska’s seniors, ensuring they have access to suitable and supportive living environments.
