Worcester Housing Authority

📰✨ INTRODUCING: THE COMMUNITY PULSE! ✨📰

We're excited to launch WHA's new resident newsletter, The Community Pulse! 🏠❤️

This publication is designed to keep residents informed, connected, and engaged with everything happening across the WHA community. From resident programs and events to important updates and success stories, The Community Pulse will help keep everyone in the know.

It's also an opportunity for the broader Worcester community to learn more about the many ways WHA works to support and engage our residents every day. 🤝

Be sure to check out the first edition and stay tuned for future issues!

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🌈🏠 EVERYONE DESERVES TO FEEL AT HOME 🏠🌈

WHA is proud to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month and the diversity that makes our communities stronger. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

We believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, valued, and at home in their community.

This Pride Month, we celebrate our LGBTQ+ residents, staff, and community members and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion, dignity, and respect for all. 🤝

HEATWAVE: FIRST IS THE WORST

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health is cautioning residents of the first heat wave of the year this week, with temperatures climbing into the mid-'80s.

Click on this link for more information and tips:https://d2ryl7tjymq8dy.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/02190649/HHAN_First_Wave_2026_A.pdf

🎉👏 HAPPY RETIREMENT, LIZ! 👏🎉

After 15 years of dedicated service, WHA is wishing Assistant Vice President of Leased Housing Liz Zeller all the best as she begins her next chapter! ❤️🏠

Liz has played a vital role in supporting the WHA mission, helping countless families access safe, decent, and affordable housing throughout her career.

At a farewell celebration on May 29, colleagues, friends, and leadership came together to share memories, laughter, smiles, and a few tears as we thanked Liz for her years of service. 😊💐

Liz, thank you for everything you've done for WHA and the residents we serve. Enjoy every minute of your well-earned retirement! 🌞✈️📚

Here’s the latest WHA wait list update for April 2026!

✨ Newly opened this month:
♿ Curtis Section 8 Project-Based Wheelchair 2BR

If you’re looking for housing, now is a great time to explore your options!

📋 For eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply:
🌐 Visit our website
📞 Or call us at 508-635-3300

WHA is here to help you find safe, affordable housing every step of the way. 💙

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WATER MAIN BREAK UPDATE

Work continues at the site of a water main break on Tacoma Street.

The incident has impacted water flow and has affected residents of Curtis Apartments, Great Brook Valley and nearby neighborhoods.

Residents may notice brown/rust-colored water with very low pressure or no water at all.

Travel along Tacoma Street is blocked at Joseph P. Carlson Way and 81 Tacoma Street

Thank you for your continued patience as continues to address the issue.

WATER MAIN BREAK UPDATE

Work continues at the site of a water main break on Tacoma Street.

The incident has impacted water flow and has affected residents of Curtis Apartments, Great Brook Valley and nearby neighborhoods.

Residents may notice brown/rust-colored water with very low pressure or no water at all.

Travel along Tacoma Street is blocked at Joseph P. Carlson Way and 81 Tacoma Street

Thank you for your continued patience as City of Worcester, Massachusetts continues to address the issue.

🏘️🔨 TASK FORCE HELPS PUT PEOPLE IN HOMES 🤝

With thousands of sorely-needed subsidized housing units across Massachusetts sitting vacant, WHA is proud to be part of the solution.

WHA was selected as one of just two housing authorities statewide to lead a Vacant Unit Task Force through an Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities grant-funded pilot program. That recognition speaks volumes about the expertise, leadership, and dedication of our staff. 👏

Working alongside other housing authorities, WHA is helping:
🛠️ Plan repairs
👷 Coordinate contractors
📅 Schedule work
✅ Complete final inspections

This effort is powered by collaboration, especially between WHA’s Development and Maintenance teams, who are working hands-on to help get units move-in ready for families who need them most.

This program shows what can happen when housing authorities work together instead of in silos. Shared challenges. Shared mission. Shared success. ❤️🏠

IMPORTANT NOTICE

There is currently a water main break on Tacoma Street affecting all residents of Curtis Apartments.

Water service will be disrupted for several hours and may extend into tomorrow (Saturday, May 30).

The City of Worcester, Massachusetts is on site and actively working to repair the issue.

We will continue to keep residents informed as updates are available from the City.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

🍔🔥 It’s and we need answers! 😄

What belongs on the PERFECT burger? 👀

🍅 Is ketchup a must or a burger crime?
🥓 Does bacon automatically make everything better?
🧀 American, cheddar, Swiss, or no cheese at all?
🥬 Fully loaded or plain and simple?
🍞 Sesame seed bun or classic roll?

Drop your favorite burger toppings in the comments and help us settle the debate once and for all! 👇🍔