Application Process & Costs

Leyland Community is a senior supportive housing community subsidized by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Residency is open to all age- and income-qualified persons in accordance with the Fair Housing Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, and familial status. Anyone wishing to apply must complete paperwork and meet specific requirements.

Income Qualifications

The local Section 8 income limits apply to Leyland Community and applicants must meet specific income restrictions to be eligible for housing.

Current Federal median income limits (gross) for eligible applicants are as follows: 

Apply to Live at Leyland Community

If you would like to be added to the waitlist for future openings, please fill out an application.

You may also request an application be sent to you by contacting us at 617-971-5685 or LeylandCommunity@hsl.harvard.edu.

Download Application

Once complete, you can submit your application in the following ways: 

Email: LeylandCommunity@hsl.harvard.edu
Mailing address:
Leyland Community
9 Leyland Street
Dorchester, MA 02125

For more information or if you or a family member has a disability or limited English proficiency, and as a result need assistance completing the application and/or require any assistance during the application process, please call 617-971-5685 / Relay #711 or email LeylandCommunity@hsl.harvard.edu.

We’re thrilled that the state’s Housing Navigator website includes information about Hebrew SeniorLife’s supportive housing communities and other affordable housing communities in Massachusetts.