A new solution: Supportive housing advocates, developers hope state law will spark major expansion of special needs units

There’s not enough supportive housing in New Jersey, according to advocates and industry experts, and they hope incentives in the state’s revamped affordable housing rules will help expand the market.

Supportive or special needs housing includes modifications for residents with physical disabilities — such as a wider bathroom or lowered faucets to accommodate a wheelchair — or social services for residents with autism, depression or other behavioral challenges so that they’re able to live independently.

Christiana Foglio, CEO/founder of Community Investment Strategies, Inc. notes that incorporating supportive housing units in developments from the start not only ensures accessibility for residents with special needs but also helps the development approval process and foster community support.

Read the full story about supportive housing initiatives in the state in Real Estate NJ.