Affordable Housing for Gay, Lesbian Seniors

A new affordable housing development in Hollywood, CA will set a precedent for addressing the affordable housing needs of GLBT seniors.

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October 26, 2003, 5:00 AM PST

By Connie Chung


"Hollywood is expected to become home to the nation's first-ever housing development for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender senior citizens....The $18 million, 103-unit complex...will serve low- and medium-income seniors....Officials estimate there are 30,000 to 75,000 gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender senior citizens in the greater Los Angeles area....Housing will not be limited to gays and lesbians."

Thanks to Connie Chung

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