45-unit community for older adults expands affordable housing access in Fort Collins
FORT COLLINS, May 27, 2026—Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) recently closed on the financing for a new 45-unit affordable housing community for older adults scheduled for development at 3800 S. Mason Street in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Located a few miles south of downtown Fort Collins along the South College Avenue corridor on a 1.4-acre former parking lot, Switchgrass Crossing will offer 39 one-bedroom and six (6) two-bedroom apartments for residents aged 55+ with incomes in the range of $27k (30% AMI) to $62k (60% AMI). Each apartment will include central air conditioning; walk-in showers; washers and dryers; and contemporary quartz kitchen countertops. Residents will also benefit from convenient access to free public transportation, downtown Fort Collins, the Mason Trail, a grocery store, and nearby retail. Community amenities include a fourth level resident lounge; community room; business center; covered porch; and a terrace.
Switchgrass Crossing will be VOANS’ first all-electric building in Colorado and was strategically designed to meet the energy goals of the City of Fort Collins, State of Colorado, and the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA).
The community will include a roof top solar photovoltaic (PV) system and is designed to qualify for Enterprise Green Communities (EGC), DOE Efficient New Homes (ENH), and ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction (MFNC). The design team also participated in the City of Fort Collins’ Integrated Design Assistance Program (IDAP), reflecting an early and intentional commitment to energy efficiency and long-term building performance.
Switchgrass Crossing marks the third housing development for VOANS in the Fort Collins area and the second developed in partnership with Housing Catalyst, the Housing Authority of Fort Collins.
“Switchgrass Crossing reflects our continued commitment to expanding affordable, high-quality housing for older adults where the need continues to grow,” said Doug Snyder, vice president of development for VOANS. “When we opened Cadence in 2021, the demand quickly exceeded the supply. With more than 300 individuals on the waitlist, it became clear that additional affordable housing options are urgently needed. We are thrilled to be developing another high-quality affordable housing community in Fort Collins with support from Housing Catalyst, the City of Fort Collins, the State of Colorado, Enterprise Partners, and First Bank.”
“Housing affordability continues to be one of the most pressing challenges facing older adults in our community,” said Julie Brewen, Housing Catalyst CEO. “Switchgrass Crossing represents the kind of partnership-driven solution that helps more residents age with dignity, stability, and access to the services and amenities they need to thrive.”
Switchgrass Crossings will be managed by Volunteers of America Colorado. Construction is expected to begin in June, with completion anticipated in summer 2027.
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About Volunteers of America National Services
Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS), a subsidiary of Volunteers of America, provides affordable housing and healthcare services in over 40 states and in Puerto Rico. The organization employs over 2,000 dedicated staff who provide high quality services and care to our clients. As one of the largest non-profit affordable housing owners/operators in the nation, the VOANS portfolio includes over 240 properties and 15,000 affordable housing units. VOANS also operates senior healthcare programs, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing care, home health care, and Programs for all Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Learn more at www.voans.org.
About Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America is one of the nation’s largest, established comprehensive human services organizations with 16,000 mission-driven professionals, dedicated to helping those in need rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Founded in 1896, the faith-based nonprofit has programs in 46 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, serving more than 1.5 million people a year. Learn more at www.voa.org.
About Volunteers of America Colorado
Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, VOA Colorado serves over 100,000 people in need each year. Volunteers of America Colorado’s services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, and heart of those we serve by integrating compassion into our highly effective programs and services that build and strengthen communities.
About Housing Catalyst
For more than fifty years, Housing Catalyst has been building community in Northern Colorado. We address the growing need for affordable homes through innovative, sustainable, and community-focused solutions by developing and managing residential properties, administering housing assistance, and coordinating community programs and services. As a mission-driven real estate developer and the Public Housing Agency serving Fort Collins, Wellington, and Larimer County, Housing Catalyst is an industry leader in forging public-private partnerships to build and preserve affordable homes. Learn more at www.housingcatalyst.com.
Contact
For media inquiries or additional information, please contact:
Traci West
Strategic Communications Manager
Volunteers of America National Services
Email: twest@voa.org
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