Join Habitat for Humanity San Francisco for a conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning author and Princeton sociologist, Matthew Desmond, who casts his expert eye over the affordable housing crisis facing San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin. This event will be held at two locations: Menlo Park Breakfast Friday, November 2 from 7:30am – 9:30am Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club 2900 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park San Francisco Luncheon Friday, November 2 from 11:30am – 1:30pm Julia Morgan Ballroom 465 California St.,…

The population of Americans aged 65 and older is expected to skyrocket over the next 20 years, but much of our existing housing types aren’t designed for aging residents. Who is leading the charge on planning and building for this growing segment of the population? Come learn about new ways to address this plight, including innovation in senior services, co-housing options, affordability and more. + Alexis Denton / SmithGroup + Lenore McDonald / Center for Elders’ Independence + Meredith Caplin  / CSS Home Care + Chris…

Save the date for this speaker reception and lecture with Dr. Edward G. Goetz, Director of the Center for Urban and Regional Affairs and Professor of Urban Planning at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Goetz will present "Housing Policy and the O-Word: Getting beyond the mistakes and constraints of the 'Opportunity' paradigm."

We're looking for individuals of all abilities, incomes, and backgrounds to help us envision what a truly inclusive community looks like. In this workshop -- supported by faculty from Stanford's d.School and community leaders -- we'll define key design elements, housing models, and community values that support inclusive housing. First, you will be paired with a “use case,” a Bay Area resident with specific housing needs and preferences. You’ll work with them, and your team, to design their ideal home and community.…

The Alameda County Board of Supervisors, County Agencies & Community Partners invite you to attend a FREE Town Hall on a new proposed rule change on "public charge." Light refreshments and translation services will be provided.

Join the East Bay Housing Organization for its Annual Membership Meeting & Celebration on November 14th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This event is great opportunity to network with peers, share ideas and updates for 2019, and celebrate being an EBHO member. You can become a member or renew your membership here today!

We know that housing is unaffordable, with a six-figure income required in order to afford an average rental apartment in Santa Clara County and more than $250,000 income required to purchase the median-priced home. Certainly some of the reason for the cost is basic supply and demand; we are not building sufficient housing to meet the demand for the many jobs being added, or to meet the natural increase in family formation. The other critical factor is simply the cost…