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Henry T. Wing Residences, Sandwich MA
Affordable Housing Lottery for Seniors Who are 62+

Lottery is NOW OPEN

The Henry T. Wing Residences is an historic and vibrant senior housing community located in the heart of Sandwich, MA. The Henry T. Wing School, originally built in 1927, is being thoughtfully revitalized to provide independent living spaces for seniors, blending the charm of the past with the comforts of modern living. Offering a mix of studio and one-bedroom floor plans, these apartments will provide comfortable and affordable living spaces for seniors who are 62+.

Residents will enjoy access to a variety of on-site services and a welcoming community space, including a dedicated common area in the historic auditorium. This space will host supportive services and provide a gathering spot for local seniors to connect, socialize, and engage in activities that foster a sense of belonging and well-being.

INCOME GUIDELINES:

30% AMI: Maximum Income: 1P: $26,580 | 2P: $30,090

*Participants in the Project-Based Section 8 and MRVP Subsidy Programs are exempt from Minimum Income Requirements, rent amount will be based on 30% of net household income.

60% AMI: 1 Bedroom Rent Amount: $1,424
Minimum Income: 1 Bedroom: $48,822
Maximum Income: 1p: $53,160 | 2P: $60,780

Fully completed applications must be submitted by May 17, 2025. Applications are available at the Sandwich Town Hall, the Sandwich Library, and the Sandwich Housing Authority.

The Starfish Story:
Making a Difference, One at a Time

A young man is walking along the ocean and sees a beach on which thousands and thousands of starfish have washed ashore. Further along he sees an old man, walking slowly and stooping often, picking up one starfish after another and tossing each one gently into the ocean. “Why are you throwing starfish into the ocean?” he asks. “Because the sun is up and the tide is going out and if I don’t throw them further in, they will die.”

“But, old man, don’t you realize there are miles and miles of beach and starfish all along it! You can’t possibly save them all, you can’t even save one-tenth of them. In fact, even if you work all day, your efforts won’t make any difference at all.” The old man listened calmly and then bent down to pick up another starfish and threw it into the sea. “It made a difference to that one.”

~Loren Eisley