HDC-Housing Development Corporation of Bergen County

06/16/2026

What Aging in Place Really Means...
Aging in place means more than simply staying in a home.
It’s the comfort of familiar routines.�The neighbors who recognize you.�The grocery store you’ve visited for years.�The ability to remain connected to the community you know and love.
For many older adults, independence is deeply tied to stability, accessibility, and connection.
As Bergen County’s senior population continues to grow, creating communities that support aging in place becomes increasingly important, not just through housing itself, but through thoughtful community planning and accessible environments.
Because dignity and independence should never feel out of reach.
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06/16/2026

🏡✨ Want to buy your first home, but don't know where to start?

Take your first step toward becoming a homeowner with
AHA's Virtual Homebuyer Workshop!
📅 Saturday, June 27 | 🕐 10am-4pm EST

Learn from the pros:
🔹 Loan officers
🔹 Realtors
🔹 Insurance agents
🔹 & more!

Gain 🔑 key knowledge regarding:
💰 Down payment assistance
📋 The buying process A-Z
🎯 Overcoming market challenges
✅ Satisfies requirements for assistance programs

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📞 (732) 494-8735
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Your future home is waiting! 🔑💙

06/10/2026

📣This IS NOT an HDC property or application. We cannot answer any questions regarding these units

AFFORDABLE PURCHASE OPPORTUNITY - WAYNE
90 condominium units will be available at Wayne Villas. Join the Wayne ownership waiting list by August 18, 2026 to be included in the first random drawing.
For more information and to apply: https://www.affordablehomesnewjersey.com/ownership-opportunities/developments/?did=a0JUq000005pxhVMAQ

06/10/2026

📢 Bergen County Residents: Looking for help managing prescription costs?

Explore available programs and resources that may help lower the cost of your medications and make prescriptions more affordable for you and your family.

💲 If you're finding it hard to afford your prescriptions, find out if you're eligible for New Jersey’s PAAD benefit. 💊
To qualify, you must be on Medicare and meet the income limits:
• Up to $54,943 for a single-person household
• Up to $62,390 for a two-person household
With PAAD, covered medicines cost just $5 for generics and $7 for brand name prescriptions.
📞 Call the Senior HelpLine at 201-336-7400 to speak with a Benefit Navigator and find out if you qualify.

06/04/2026

The Hidden Costs of Housing Instability.

Housing costs impact more than a monthly budget.
When housing becomes unstable, the effects often ripple into every part of daily life:�
⏰ Longer commutes and less time with family�
😓 Increased stress and financial pressure�
🏫 Disruptions to school, routines, and caregiving�
🤝 Loss of community connection and support systems

In Bergen County and across the region, many households are spending well above the recommended 30% of their income on housing, leaving less room for healthcare, transportation, food, and savings.
Housing stability supports more than shelter. It supports well-being, opportunity, and the ability to remain connected to community.
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06/01/2026

☀️ Summer starts with community.
The sidewalks get busier. Parks fill with families. Neighbors gather outside. Children stay out a little longer.
The places where we live shape so many of these everyday moments.
This June, we'll be highlighting the connections between housing, community, well-being, and the spaces that bring people together.
Because strong communities don't happen by accident, they're built one connection at a time.
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05/28/2026

Early voting is open!

05/28/2026

‼ This IS NOT an HABC or HDC application. We cannot answer any questions regarding these units ‼

Welcome to 228 Park Avenue in East Rutherford, Bergen County. A total of 9 one-, two- and three-bedroom very low-, low-, and moderate-income apartments have been set aside for income qualified households.
A random selection will be held for all preliminary applications received on or before 1:00 PM, July 13th, 2026, after which the waiting list may be closed.
There will be a preference for applicants who live and/or work in Housing Region 1 (Bergen, Hudson, Passaic and Sussex Counties). A lottery will take place on or about 15-20 days from the deadline date. This property will be ready for occupancy on or about October of 2026.
For more information and to apply:

228 Park Avenue East Rutherford Preliminary Application Welcome to 228 Park Avenue in East Rutherford, Bergen County. A total of 9 one-, two- and three-bedroom very low-, low-, and moderate-income apartments have been set aside for income qualified households. A random selection will be held for all...

05/28/2026

Today May 28 is National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Staying active doesn’t have to look like a gym.�Sometimes it’s a walk around the neighborhood, time spent outdoors, or simply feeling comfortable and safe enough to move through your day with ease. For older adults, health and independence are closely connected, and the right environment makes all the difference. Spaces that are walkable, accessible, and thoughtfully designed support not just where people live, but how they live.

05/26/2026

National Small Business Month

The coffee shop on the corner.

The daycare down the block.

The mechanic who knows your name.

Small businesses are woven into the fabric of our communities.

Behind each one is someone showing up every day, working hard to build something, support their family, and serve their neighbors.

What often goes unseen is how closely that success is tied to something simple: being able to live nearby.

When housing is stable and accessible, communities and small businesses have room to grow.

Support local Bergen County businesses

👉https://www.mybergen.com/bergen-county-business-directory/

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