Community TeamWork, Inc.
Lowell, Massachusetts
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About Community TeamWork, Inc.
Community TeamWork, Inc. is located in Lowell, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. This organization manages approximately 82 assisted housing units, primarily through Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.
Currently, the RAFT (Residential Assistance for Families in Transition) program is open for applications. Other programs, including the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV), Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program (MRVP), Mainstream, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and VASH, are presently closed to new applicants.
For a family of four, the Very Low Income limit is $82,700 per year, applicable to the Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area. Applicants should review current program availability and specific eligibility criteria.
RAFT Waitlist
Status
open
How to Apply
Online
Additional Notes
The Rental Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) program provides emergency housing assistance for Massachusetts residents facing a housing crisis. Households must have a primary residence in Massachusetts, with income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (60% if at risk due to domestic violence), and a benefit cap of $7,000 within a 12-month period.
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9 programsThese programs are administered by this housing authority but do not have active waitlist openings at this time. Statuses are verified nightly and subscribers will be notified when changes are detected.
The state-wide Section 8 mobile voucher waiting list, administered by Regional Administering Agencies like Community Teamwork Inc., closed on January 13, 2025. Applications are no longer being accepted for this program. Eligibility is generally for households whose income does not exceed 50% of the Area Median Income.
Applications for the Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program were last accepted until November 3, 2014, and were entered into a lottery for waiting list placement. Eligibility required income not exceeding 50% of the area median income and an asset limit.
The Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher program last accepted applications from January 15, 2020, to January 22, 2020, with preferences for non-elderly persons with a disability; the waitlist was established by criteria, not first-come.
A lottery system determines waitlist placement; household income may not exceed 50% of the area median income, and there is an asset limit of 1.5 times gross household income or $15,000, whichever is greater.
Community Teamwork, Inc. administers HUD-VASH vouchers, which combine HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless Veterans and their families. These vouchers are issued through direct referral from the Bedford VA, and are not open for public application. CTI administers both ten...
HUD-VASH vouchers are issued through direct referral from the Bedford VA.
The MRVP (Massachusetts Rental Voucher Program) waitlist for Community Teamwork Inc. closed on November 3, 2014, with all timely applications entered into a lottery for placement. Eligibility includes income limits and an asset limit of 1.5 times gross household income or $15,000, whichever is greater.
No specific waiting list information for public housing programs offered by Community Teamwork Inc. in Lowell, MA, was found. The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities is generally not accepting applications for any waiting lists currently.
No current waiting list information was found for Community TeamWork, Inc.'s Rental Assistance Demonstration programs.
Status History
Official Application
Apply directly through the official Community TeamWork, Inc. portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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Important Notices
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Waiting lists can close without notice once a specific number of applications is reached.
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Ensure your contact information is always up to date with the PHA to avoid being removed from the list.
How to Apply at Community TeamWork, Inc.
Check Current Status
Community TeamWork, Inc. currently has 1 open waiting list (RAFT). Application windows can close with little notice, so apply as soon as possible.
Gather Required Documents
For Section 8 voucher programs at Community TeamWork, Inc., you will typically need: government-issued photo ID for all adult household members, Social Security cards for all members, birth certificates for minors, proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, benefit letters), and proof of current address. For a family of four, income must be below $82,700/year to qualify in this area. Having these ready before the waitlist opens can make the difference between getting on the list and missing the window.
Submit Your Application
Apply directly through the official Community TeamWork, Inc. portal. Applications are free — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. If applying online, take a screenshot of your confirmation page for your records.
After You Apply
Once accepted onto the waiting list at Community TeamWork, Inc., keep your contact information updated. Most housing authorities will remove applicants who cannot be reached. Community TeamWork, Inc. manages approximately 82 assisted housing units (82 Section 8), and wait times depend on turnover and demand in Lowell. You will be notified when your name reaches the top of the list for eligibility verification.
Programs at Community TeamWork, Inc.
RAFT open
The RAFT program at Community TeamWork, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lowell. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
HCV Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) closed
The Housing Choice Voucher program at Community TeamWork, Inc. provides rental assistance that allows you to choose any privately-owned rental unit that meets program requirements. You pay approximately 30% of your adjusted monthly income toward rent, and the voucher covers the remainder up to the Fair Market Rent for Lowell. This program serves approximately 82 households. Vouchers are portable — you can take them with you if you move to a different city or state.
MRVP closed
The MRVP program at Community TeamWork, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lowell. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Mainstream Mainstream Voucher closed
Mainstream Vouchers at Community TeamWork, Inc. are specifically designated for non-elderly individuals with disabilities. These vouchers work like standard HCVs but are reserved for this population and often have separate, shorter waitlists.
Other (MRVP) closed
The Other (MRVP) program at Community TeamWork, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lowell. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
PBV Project-Based Voucher closed
Project-Based Vouchers at Community TeamWork, Inc. are attached to specific apartment complexes or units in Lowell. Unlike the standard Housing Choice Voucher, PBV assistance stays with the property — not with you. However, after one year of occupancy, you may request a standard portable voucher. PBV waitlists often move faster because fewer applicants know about them.
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing closed
The HUD-VASH program at Community TeamWork, Inc. combines Housing Choice Vouchers with VA supportive services for homeless veterans in Lowell. Referrals are made through the local VA Medical Center — contact the VA to begin the application process.
other closed
The other program at Community TeamWork, Inc. provides housing assistance to eligible low-income families, the elderly, and persons with disabilities in Lowell. Contact the housing authority directly for specific program details and eligibility requirements.
Public Housing Public Housing closed
Public Housing units at Community TeamWork, Inc. are owned and operated directly by the housing authority. Rent is set at 30% of your adjusted monthly income. You may request a transfer to other Public Housing developments but cannot use this benefit at private rental properties.
RAD Rental Assistance Demonstration closed
The Rental Assistance Demonstration program at Community TeamWork, Inc. converts Public Housing units to project-based assistance with long-term contracts. RAD units in Lowell maintain the same resident protections as Public Housing while enabling capital improvements to the properties.
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Community TeamWork, Inc. Income Limits
Income limits for programs at the Community TeamWork, Inc. are based on the Area Median Income (AMI) for Boston-Cambridge-Quincy, MA-NH HUD Metro FMR Area. For a household of four, the current limit for Section 8 eligibility (Very Low Income) is $82,700. Limits are set annually by HUD and vary by household size.
| Household Size | Extremely Low 30% AMI |
Very Low 50% AMI |
Low Income 80% AMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | $34,750 | $57,900 | $92,650 |
| 2 Persons | $39,700 | $66,200 | $105,850 |
| 3 Persons | $44,650 | $74,450 | $119,100 |
| 4 Persons | $49,600 | $82,700 | $132,300 |
| 5 Persons | $53,600 | $89,350 | $142,900 |
| 6 Persons | $57,550 | $95,950 | $153,500 |
| 7 Persons | $61,550 | $102,550 | $164,100 |
| 8 Persons | $65,500 | $109,200 | $174,650 |
What do these income limits mean?
Extremely Low Income (30% AMI) — Households earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. This is the threshold for the lowest-income tier of assistance. Many housing authorities give preference to applicants at this level.
Very Low Income (50% AMI) — The standard eligibility threshold for Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and most Public Housing programs. Your household income must be at or below this limit to qualify.
Low Income (80% AMI) — Some programs, including Project-Based Vouchers and certain local initiatives, use this higher threshold. Check with this housing authority for specific program requirements.
Nearby Housing Authorities
Applying to multiple housing authorities increases your chances of receiving assistance. These PHAs are closest to Community TeamWork, Inc. — including across state lines.