Lantern Organization

 

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Borough

Manhattan

Neighborhood

Washington Heights

Sponsor

Lantern Organization

Occupancy Date

2003

Number of Units

70

Development Cost

$8.5 million

Capital Financing

NYC HPD Supportive Housing Loan Program

Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (Syndicated by the Richman Group)

Architect

Peter Franzese

Contractor

Newtown Construction

Features

Extensive program space, community room, backyard, on-site supportive services, and 24-hour security.

 

Audubon Hall

Audubon Hall is new construction of 70 units of permanent supportive housing in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan.

All apartments are studios for single adults living with special needs.

Audubon Hall has an on-site supportive services program that assists tenants to achieve their highest level of independence and self-sufficiency.  Program goals focus on health and wellness, housing retention, and economic, social and psychological stability.

Social Workers and Counselors provide:

  • Case management

  • Counseling

  • Facilitated groups

  • Community referrals

  • Recreation & Social Activities

Community Lantern Corp., the social service affiliate of Lantern Organization, provides the supportive services for all tenants.

Audubon Hall is within walking distance of commercial establishments and convenience stores, public transportation, parks, community facilities, and hospitals and clinics.