In her latest op-ed, Susan highlights innovation in modular construction and its potential to be part of the solution to creating the housing that we so desperately need.
The Link Between Health & Housing
Research shows that keeping people healthy is about more than medicine, and hospitals are taking notice. In her latest op-ed, Susan highlights how medical institutions are increasingly playing a key role in addressing the significance of quality, stable housing as a social determinant of health. Click here to read Susan’s April op-ed. Image adapted from David…
Defending the Community Reinvestment Act
The CRA has been a critical tool for increasing access to credit – and homes – to low-income Americans, including people of color. Susan describes why the CRA is still very relevant – even in a changed lending environment – as well as why it is more essential now than ever. Click here to read Susan’s…
Gittelman Appointed to Healthy Aging Advisory Committee
BBH’s Executive Director, Susan Gittelman has been appointed to the Determination of Need’s (DON) Community Health Initiative (CHI) Healthy Aging Fund Advisory Committee. The purpose of this committee is to assist the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) and Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) with setting the funding priorities for the CHI Healthy Aging…
Housing Report Card Spurs Fresh Ideas
Susan reflects on the latest Housing Report Card from The Boston Foundation, which has effectively served as a catalyst for fresh ideas, regional approaches and a new regulatory option at the local level to make it easier to get more housing built. Click here to read Susan’s December 2017 op-ed.
What can do to make affordable housing a reality for those in need? Donate to BBH!
Now is the time to show your support for B’nai B’rith Housing! You are the reason BBH has helped so many of our neighbors by building quality affordable housing for those in need. Our friends and donors sustain us each day, and your generosity reminds us that people care deeply about their neighbors and…
