Comm Mass DSS

Located in Arlington, the Prescott Adult Program provides a continuum of care ranging from 24-hour group living environments and supported apartments to community outreach. The program services young adults who are managing mental health challenges and are working on developing life skills to become more independent. Group living is provided in a home environment with staff on site and the independent living apartments provides daily staff support. Young adults of all genders are welcome and must be involved and referred by the Department of Mental Health (DMH).

The Arlington Housing Authority operates several housing assistance programs that provide direct housing in government-owned developments and subsidized housing in privately owned dwellings for low income individuals. It sponsors a residential home for adults with special needs in cooperation with local mental health agencies. The authority manages a 67-unit high-rise development for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities. It offers family, elderly, subsidized and special needs housing programs. The authority s Section 8 Housing Assistance Payment Program is funded through the Department of Housing and Urban Development and allows individuals and families to find and rent privately owned apartments. The Arlington Housing Authority is located in Arlington, Ma.