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 08/11/2008 WAITING LIST PURGEThe semi-annual waiting list purge has been completed. Postcards were mailed to all applicants and their emergency contacts who have had no file activity prior to Jan 08. Each applicant who received a postcard was requested to tear off a portion and to drop it in return mail. All postage was paid. If the applicant failed to do so, they were removed from all waiting lists and are certainly welcome to re-apply.08/11/2008 NOTICE TO LANDLORDS-UPDATEOur Thanks to all Landlords who have provided bank information to allow us to process automatic direct deposits. This process has saved us many hours of manual labor, and has afforded you quicker access to payments. For the few that still have not responded, please do so as soon as possible.06/25/2008 NOTICE TO LANDLORDSOver the past several months we have made you aware that effective July 1, 2008 HCAAC would no longer issue checks for subsidy payments for your clients. If you have not provided the required bank information to us, you need to do so immediately to facilitate the release of your payments. Please contact our Finance Department at 410-222-6200 Ext. 115 with the requested information. |
Pinewood EastHousing Commission Official Website
7900 Benesch Circle
Glen Burnie, MD 21060 410-222-6268 Welcome to Pinewood East, one of Anne Arundel County's modern, affordable senior communities. Pinewood East, consisting of 90 apartments, is owned and managed by the Housing Commission of Anne Arundel County. The community consists of one all inclusive midrise building with lobbies on each floor, elevator access and a modern community room. It offers one bedroom, junior one bedroom, two bedroom and studio apartments. At Pinewood East, active senior adults enjoy the comforts and benefits of independent living. However, should the need arise and assistance is needed, Pinewood East is one of the few communities in Anne Arundel County that offers the Congregate Housing Services Program at a very reasonable additional cost. The Pinewood Park nestled in the trees in the center of the village, is equipped with tables, grills and a swing. The park is a great place to picnic or justrelax with friends. Activities and ProgramsPinewood East residents are invited to participate in the programs and activities offered in the community. Activities include bingo, parties, bus trips, dances, bible study, arts and crafts such as ceramics, and a special exercise class for residents who have special needs. Wheelchair-bound residents are encouraged to attend. The Housing Commission is committed to providing residents with services needed to enhance the quality of life. That is why there is an on-site social worker to assist residents with coordinating needed services and referring residents to the appropriate social service agencies when necessary. Community OrganizationsResident Council The Resident Council represents the rights and needs of the Pinewood residents. The Council works directly with Housing Commission staff in developing policies. We encourage you to participate in your Resident Council. The Council meets once per month in the Multi-Purpose Room. Human Services An on-site caseworker is available on weekdays. Also, a doctor is available on certain days to assist you with your needs. Do you know what is going on in your community? Pinewood East has a lot to offer people that like to be involved and enjoy a fun place to live. Some of the activities include:
The second Thursday of each month is the tenant council meeting, in which they recognize and award a resident of the month. Your participation is encouraged to meet people and to hear what is going on in your community. At Pinewood East you can tune into channel 66 right on your television for all the Pinewood East updated information. The Management office and staff would like to thank the resident council for all of their hard work and support that they put into the activities, trips, and support of Pinewood East. Once again we applaud you and your hard work. If you would like to learn more about Pinewood East, the management staff would be happy to answer your questions, please contact them at 410.222.6210 |