About Us
EHDOC seeks to provide its residents with safe, affordable housing and access to supportive health and social services to help residents live independently and with dignity.
EHDOC currently sponsors and manages 56 affordable senior housing communities including three communities under development, comprising over 4,700 apartments in 14 states as well as Washington DC and Puerto Rico.
EHDOC is a not for profit 501(c)3 organization. In 1978, the National Council of Senior Citizens, the organization that strongly advocated for Medicare, Social Security, and the Older Americans Act, formed a housing management arm known as the National Council of Senior Citizens Housing Management Corporation.
This organization, which advocated for and developed quality affordable senior housing, evolved into the Elderly Housing Development & Operations Corporation in 1996.
EHDOC is a national leader and advocate at all levels of government in promoting independent living and life enrichment for seniors.
With a work culture that values its employees, EHDOC was recognized as a 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award winner. Through a confidential survey, our team shared what it’s like to work at EHDOC. Their feedback earned us a prestigious place among the nation’s top organizations for building a people-first culture.
Mission
At EHDOC, our mission — guided by the principle of ‘Housing with a Heart’ — is to develop, manage, and preserve affordable independent living communities where seniors can thrive and age in place. We empower our residents to maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life within a compassionate, supportive health and wellness focused environment.
Commitment
At EHDOC, our commitment to “Housing with a Heart” and “Aging in Place” ensures that seniors can thrive independently while maintaining dignity, choice, and meaningful connections within their communities. We provide more than housing – we create environments where residents feel at home and supported through accessible health and social services.
A trusted leader in affordable senior housing, EHDOC partners with national unions, prominent charitable and for-profit organizations, and financial institutions to develop, manage, and preserve communities defined by comfort, safety, and peace of mind.
Challenge
Today’s seniors can look forward to a longer life than previous generations.
Yet the blessing of more years for people with limited resources can mean financial hardship, if not total devastation.
The image of affluent retirees living in a luxurious golf community is far from the reality faced by most aging Americans.
Healthcare, medication and daily living expenses are on the rise while future Social Security and Medicare benefits are in jeopardy.
We may not be able to curb spiraling costs, but we can work together to safeguard the most basic need of all – safe, secure and affordable shelter for our seniors.
Management Ethic
EHDOC is distinguished by a reputation for developing and managing quality affordable senior housing communities, which consistently receive high ratings from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and IRS Section 42 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program (LIHTC) in management and physical reviews.
Our professional, specially trained on-site Management Teams are committed to EHDOC’s principles and high standards, ensuring that the properties are well-maintained and that the residents’ comfort and safety are always their primary concern.
EHDOC has fully trained staff to develop and manage Low-Income Housing Tax Credit properties. Whether managing, refinancing or writing grants, EHDOC manages the full spectrum of affordable senior properties.
Our outstanding Service Coordinators identify and partner with resources in the community to provide supportive services to our residents. Service Coordinators encourage resident interaction, provide needs assessments and educational and wellness programming.
Our properties have less than a 4% turnover rate due to EHDOC’s belief of “Aging In-Place” and commitment to providing supportive services from our Service Coordinators. Less than 2% of these residents end up moving to an Assisted Living Facility or a Nursing Home.
Board of Directors
Our Executive Team
Elderly Housing, Development & Operations Corporation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing safe, secure and affordable housing for our senior citizen residents.
We depend on your generous support to help sustain residency and amenities for low income seniors when government subsidies fail. Your thoughtful gift also supports EHDOC when operations costs rise.