Residents of B’nai B’rith Golden Years Apartments in North Hollywood, California, welcomed Rep. Luz Rivas (D-Calif.) on Oct. 22 for a conversation about the challenges older Americans face, from healthcare costs to the search for affordable housing.

During her visit, Rivas met with residents and answered their questions on healthcare, Social Security and housing affordability. In addition, the congresswoman toured the property, which included visiting an apartment unit, community room and backyard with a garden.

“Thank you to B’nai B’rith International for welcoming me to meet with residents at the Golden Years Apartments in North Hollywood,” Rep. Rivas said. “We had a productive discussion about the key issues impacting senior citizens across the San Fernando Valley, including access to affordable healthcare, affordable housing, and their well-earned Social Security benefits. In Washington, I will continue to work with my colleagues to advance solutions that improves the quality of life for seniors across the Valley.”

Rivas was welcomed by Board President Bruce Bleaman, Regional Property Manager Erika Cervantes, Service Coordinator Hasmik Sahakyan and Property Administrator Marieta Seiranova.

“On behalf of Golden Years Senior Apartments, I want to thank Congresswoman Rivas for visiting the property and speaking with residents about programs that impact their daily lives. Affordable housing properties are vital in communities across the country, and it’s great to be able to show our congresswoman the benefits our property provides to older adults in the neighborhood” Bleaman said.

About B’nai B’rith Senior Housing

B’nai B’rith Golden Years Apartments is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development low-income housing facility sponsored by B’nai B’rith, a leader in the Jewish community’s approach to aging issues through its Center for Senior Services (CSS). Our first housing partnership with HUD launched in 1971. With 35 buildings in 27 communities, we are the largest national Jewish sponsor of low-income subsidized housing for seniors in the United States, serving more than 5,000 residents. CSS staff members also support training and programs for the residents, building staff and board members that make up our Housing Network.