Evaluation of the HUD Elder Cottage Housing Opportunity (ECHO) Program

Date
2003-10Author
Koebel, C. Theodore
Beamish, Julia O.
Danielsen-Lang, Karen A.
Steeves, Jeannette
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This evaluation reports on the HUD demonstration program that provides a housing option for keeping elderly close to family or friends.. The evaluation included a review of background including zoning and land-use issues, interviews with key groups, physical inspections of the ECHO units, a financial viability assessment, and findings and recommendations.