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REAC 101: An Overview of HUD's Public Housing Inspection Process

REAC inspections include health and safety (H&S) items such as air quality, electrical hazards, fire exits, flammable materials, garbage … See more

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Partnering for Wellness: 8 Strategies for Public Housing Health …

WebHealth initiatives are an important strategy for public housing authorities (PHAs) to support residents who wish to age in place, improve their overall health and wellness, manage chronic conditions, and much more.

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Get to Know the Public and Affordable Housing Research …

WebAt a time when a decent, safe, and affordable place to call home is out of reach for more than 15 million Americans, the preservation of affordable housing is more important than ever.For over a decade, the Public and Affordable Housing Research Organization (PAHRC) has been on a mission to help improve this statistic by providing data, research, and …

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Navigating the Riskscape: 10 Key Public Housing Risks

WebIn the complex world of public housing, an array of potential risks lurk, from cyber threats to policy changes. For public housing authorities (PHAs), understanding these risks is essential to safeguarding operations, residents, and communities.

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Best Practices for Maintaining a Safe and Successful …

WebEnsure the play area is clean and free from obstacles such as broken bottles, garbage, rocks, bird feces, grass cuttings, etc. Clear all surfaces of any mold, moss, or algae as this can cause a slippery surface. Ensure water chemistry is adequate and treatment and recirculation equipment is operational and maintained.

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New Research Shares PHA Policies and Practices to Promote Equity

WebThe word ‘equity’ has become a buzzword in today’s social landscape. And when it comes to public housing authorities (PHAs), striving to achieve equitable outcomes through their policies, practices, and partnerships is a continuous goal. Although it can be challenging to implement initiatives when PHAs face hardships, from funding

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PHA Protection: Ensuring Owner Compliance With Voucher …

WebResponding to a voucher program compliance violation. A PHA must notify the property owner in writing regarding a unit violation and include any corrective action the owner must take to bring the impacted unit into compliance, according to HUD. PHA remedies for noncompliance can include: suspending, reducing, or terminating housing assistance

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Silent, but Deadly: What Affordable Housing Organizations Need …

WebIncludes copyrighted m aterial from a compa ny under the HAI Group family, with its permission. This post is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal advice, and shall not be relied on as such. we strongly recommend consulting with legal counsel or an appropriate subject matter expert.

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Balancing Care and Caution: Risks of Visiting Nurses in Affordable

WebAs housing organizations increasingly recognize the importance of providing essential healthcare services to their residents, onsite mobile health clinics are becoming more common.

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HAI Group Blog: Affordable Housing and Insurance Insights

WebApr 24, 2024 10:32:23 AM. Health initiatives are an important strategy for public housing authorities (PHAs) to support residents who wish to age in place, improve their overall health and wellness, manage chronic conditions, and much more. Kelly McElwain, Guest Contributor, Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation (PAHRC) Read More.

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Explained: Public Housing vs. Affordable Housing

WebAffordable housing operates outside of HUD's public housing program and often involves financial backing from private entities and non-profits. Affordable housing eligibility varies by locality. In general, a family’s income may not exceed 50 percent of the median income for the county or metropolitan area in which the family chooses to live.

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3 Emerging Risks to Public and Affordable Housing Organizations

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How U.S. Veterans Have Helped Shape Affordable Housing

WebHAI Group is the proud, leading sponsor of the Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation (PAHRC), a nonprofit that researches the impact that affordable homes bring to families and communities.

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Remediating and Preventing Mold in Multifamily Housing

WebTW: The best way to limit liability is to be proactive in evaluating buildings for actual mold growth, but more importantly, maintaining building systems. Be sure to keep roofs, windows, doors, and HVAC systems in good condition, free from leaks or deterioration. And be sure to keep them clean.

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Unveiling Hidden Dangers: The Fire Risks Lurking in Your Dryer …

WebThese incidents resulted in an annual average of seven fatalities, 344 injuries, and direct property damage amounting to $233 million. Notably, the report found that 32% of dryer fires were attributable to a failure to properly clean the appliance, primarily due to lint accumulation. Furthermore, 27% of dryer fires ignited when dust, fibers, or

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Is it OK to Step on a Cockroach

Web“Integrated pest management is the safest and most effective way to control cockroaches in multifamily housing,” said Krysko. If you’re not familiar with IPM, in a nutshell, it’s an approach to pest management that considers a given pest’s life cycle and the way it interacts with the environment.

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The Cost of Training vs. the Cost of Workplace Misconduct

WebWhile the cost of employee training may total a few hundred or few thousand dollars, it pales in comparison to $20.2 billion. That staggering figure is what workplace misconduct cost U.S. businesses in 2021.

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How Deferred Maintenance Can Cost Affordable Housing …

WebA 2021 study from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies involving 2,500 landlords across ten U.S. cities reported a 26 percent increase in property owners opting to defer maintenance from 2019 to 2020. The study notes that non-payment of rent related to the eviction ban put in place was a factor. Whether related to cost-saving measures

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Growing with Gratitude: Inside HAI Group's Inspiring Gratitude …

WebIn early December, Ed Malaspina, president and CEO of HAI Group, discovered a surprising sight in the Redding room, a spacious gathering area within the company's Cheshire, Connecticut office.

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