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The official Bluesky account of the Boston Housing Authority, the largest affordable housing provider in Boston. We bring stability, opportunity, and peace of mind to thousands of low-and moderate-income families across Boston. bostonhousing.org

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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
“It's really important for society to invest in low-income families and the success of their children, and also making sure that our seniors who have lived their whole life in the city get to stay,” said BHA Administrator @kenziebok.bsky.social nehsjc.org/eagle-eye/ne...
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Homes with a New Purpose in South Boston – The Eagle Eye
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
BHA Administrator @kenziebok.bsky.social is featured on the latest episode of To The Point, discussing eviction prevention, economic mobility, homeownership opportunities, and the future of affordable housing in Boston. 🔊Listen to the conversation here: www.buzzsprout.com/2062130/epis...
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
The Boston Housing Authority mourns the loss of Boston Fire Fighter Robert T. Kilduff Jr., a hero laid to rest today.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
“Moreta, at Old Colony, can already feel the difference. She and her family moved to another public housing complex during the final phase of construction, and came back about a year ago. […] More than anything, she said, she finally feels like she belongs.” www.bostonglobe.com/2026/05/17/m...
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For kids in public housing, connections to higher-income neighbors can lead to increased earnings - The Boston Globe
A $17 billion public housing revitalization project helped connect isolated low-income residents with wealthier neighbors, and generated greater economic mobility.
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 14/05/2026
Join the #BostonHomeCenter every 3rd Tuesday from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at 26 Court Street in Boston for a Homeownership Drop-in Sessions. Learn how the the Boston Home Center can help you buy, repair or help you stay in your home. The next Drop-in Session is on May 19th. ow.ly/HxUJ50YYqhG
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Read more from David A. Smith about BHA’s groundbreaking investment in Building F at Bunker Hill and the evolving role of housing authorities in affordable housing development. www.taxcreditadvisor.com/articles/aff...
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The Right Kind of Equity in Affordable Housing
Guru David Smith explores how proactive municipal approaches to equity can have transformative impact on communities.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
“So the more that we can streamline these [application processes] across agencies and programs, I think the more that we can deliver results to ultimately serve, in this case, Boston neighborhoods, but [also] really low-income people generally.” -Joel Wool shelterforce.org/2026/05/12/s...
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State and Cities Advance Affordability by Lowering Utility Costs — Shelterforce
Climate funding from the federal government has become unreliable. These state and local programs can make homes more efficient and reduce utility bills.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Today our Administrator @kenziebok.bsky.social is at #HousingIs2026 talking with Matt Pritchard of HomeStart about ways to prevent evictions and help keep residents housed. @clpha.bsky.social
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Boston Public Schools @bostonschools.boston.gov · 08/04/2026
Interested in applying to BPS exam schools for the fall of 2027? Attend our community info sessions this month to learn more: bostonpublicschools.org/exam Interpretation services will be provided. If you have any questions, please email the Exam Schools team at exam@bostonpublicschools.org.
Flyer with details for Boston Public Schools Exam Schools Admission information sessions for 2027-2028. The first session will be on April 9 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. and the second session will be on April 29 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Both sessions will be on Zoom. Register and learn more at bostonpublicschools.org/exam.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
“The novel public-private approach we’re taking will not only benefit the future residents of this building, but will transform our Charlestown community and spur investment in future housing construction projects across the city of Boston.” www.bostonglobe.com/2026/04/02/b...
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With $50 million boost from city, second wave of Bunker Hill re-do kicks off this spring - The Boston Globe
The second building in the long-planned redo of Charlestown's Bunker Hill public housing complex is set to break ground this spring.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
It’s long past time to see housing as a public good. Investing in public housing builds a strong city where everyone can thrive, & that is the work we do every day at the BHA. For Public Housing Month, BHA Administrator Kenzie Bok shared her perspective at the John T. Dunlop Lecture. 🎥: Harvard GSD
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Thank you to the residents, community leaders, & City departments who joined the first Mayor’s Office Hours. BHA was glad to have a table & connect with residents, share resources, & answer questions! @mayorwu.boston.gov & @communityengagement.boston.gov brought City Hall into our neighborhoods!
Two BHA staff members speak with a resident at the Boston Housing Authority information table, sharing resources during the Mayor’s Office Hours event.
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Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies @harvard-jchs.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
This Thursday, March 5, join us online or in person at @gsd.harvard.edu for our 25th Annual Dunlop Lecture with @kenziebok.bsky.social, CEO of the @bhaboston.bsky.social and former Boston City Councilor, about the past, present, and future of public housing. www.jchs.harvard.edu/calendar/pas...
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The Past, Present, and Future of Public Housing: Dunlop Lecture with Kenzie Bok
In the 25th Annual John T. Dunlop Lecture, Kenzie Bok, Administrator and CEO of the Boston Housing Authority and former Boston City Councilor, will bring together her experiences as a pioneering publi...
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
BHA will be at the City of Boston’s Office Hours! Stop by to connect with us & many other City departments, ask questions, & get help with city services all in one place. 🗓 Thursday, March 5 ⏰ 6–8 PM 📍 Bolling Municipal Building, Roxbury Learn more: boston.gov/office-hours
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
“It's really exciting for us because we feel like it could be the tip of an iceberg of converting many thousands of units," said @kenziebok.bsky.social , administrator of the Boston Housing Authority.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
❄️ Cold Emergency in Effect through 1/31 ❄️ Your safety comes first. If your heat, water, or electricity aren’t working, please call the Work Order Center at 617-988-4357. For emergencies, dial 911. Stay informed: boston.gov/cold
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Office of Mayor Michelle Wu 吳弭 @mayorwu.boston.gov · 28/01/2026
With the final phase of the Whittier complete, Boston celebrates 472 new homes in Roxbury! The project includes 210 deeply-affordable and 262 mixed-income units + 14,000 sq. ft. of commercial space.
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Kenzie Bok 白凱欣 @kenziebok.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Incredibly grateful for all the amazing BHA Operations and Asset Management employees who have been out all afternoon and evening clearing snow and responding to emergency needs in this storm — they are the true GOATs! @bhaboston.bsky.social
A BHA worker smiles and waves while operating a walk-behind snow blower in Sunday’s storm. A BHA worker rests his shovel for a moment while clearing a walkway.Another BHA worker looks up for a moment from behind a snow blower.A BHA worker leans out of a bobcat to wave while clearing snow.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Today we celebrated the final ribbon cutting of The Amp at Flat 9 Whittier in Roxbury, marking the completion of a multi-year vision rooted in community, culture, and opportunity. 🎶🏡
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 02/01/2026
As we head into Mayor Wu’s Inauguration, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made together and excited for what’s ahead for Boston.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 20/12/2025
@mayorwu.boston.gov ‘s final toy giveaway of the year at Ruth Barkley was the perfect way to wrap up a great holiday season. 🎁 Huge thanks to IBEW Local 103 for their generous toy donation and for helping bring so many smiles to the community!
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Franklin Field was full of joy last night! 🎄🎁 Thanks to @mayorwu.boston.gov and the incredible generosity of the Greater Boston Building Trades, The International Union of Painters, and the IBEW 103, families celebrated the season with toys, smiles, and holiday cheer!
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Office of Mayor Michelle Wu 吳弭 @mayorwu.boston.gov · 18/12/2025
The holidays get a little brighter each year when we work with our partners to distribute thousands of toys to kids across Boston. This year, we distributed more than 2,000 toys across seven sites! 🧸❤️
A child holding a toy high fives a volunteerTwo children hold up basketballs in their original packagingA child receives a deluxe art drawing kitA child picks up a Barbie Family & Friends house
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Last night at the BCYF Johnson Center, Mayor Wu’s Toy Giveaway brought holiday fun for Alice Taylor residents & kids from the community! Huge thanks to our amazing partners Fidelity, Amazon, AFSCME Council 93, Greater Boston Building Trades, & IBEW 103 whose generosity made these events possible
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Fairmount families had a great night at their annual holiday celebration yesterday. Thank you to Plumbers and Gasfitters Local 12 for their awesome donation of bikes and toys for the kids. Shout out to the new Fairmount tenant task force for helping to organize the event.
A mom with her two small kids holding toysA mom with her two kids on bikes posing for a photoBHA Administrator Kenzie Bok with Local 12 leaders A family poses with their new bikes and toys
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Smiles, surprises, and lots of holiday joy at Archdale 🎁 Grateful to Amazon for supporting @mayorwu.boston.gov Toy Giveaway and helping spread cheer in our communities!
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Sheila Dillon @sheila-a-dillon.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Today, @mayorwu.boston.gov announced that the City has converted the Hillcrest in Roslindale into permanently affordable housing through the Acquisition Opportunity Program and the Boston Acquisition Fund. Additionally, First Citizens Bank announced a new $1 million contribution to the Fund!
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
A huge thanks to @afscme93.bsky.social for their generous donation and for making our second holiday toy giveaway of the year such a big hit for kids at Maverick in East Boston! We’re excited to continue working with @communityengagement.boston.gov to bring some joy to BHA families this season.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Behind the scenes with the Office of Neighborhood Services — sorting toys donated by Amazon to get ready for the Mayor’s upcoming toy giveaways! 🎁
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Holiday creativity was on display at Patricia White, where residents spent the afternoon making festive arts & crafts and enjoying the season together.🎨🧶
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Thanks to the incredible generosity of Local 12 Boston, BHA received more than 150 bikes for kids across our communities! Our staff loaded and delivered them, so families can enjoy a little extra magic this season — and Santa even made a surprise appearance to help kick things off. 🚲✨🎄
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Boston Senior Home Care @bshcinfo.org · 25/11/2025
For 8 weeks, residents at Peabody Englewood have been hard at work studying computer skills at the Digit(all) Equity classes hosted by Boston Housing Authority promoting #DigitalLiteracy for people of all ages and backgrounds.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
It’s Thanksgiving week, and Mayor Wu’s Turkey Donations are in full swing! 🦃 Vans of turkeys from the Mayor & the Office of Neighborhood Services have been arriving at BHA sites across Boston, helping residents and families enjoy a warm holiday meal!
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Gratitude in action! Huge thanks to our partners at Winn for hosting the 26th Annual Gratitude Project and sharing Thanksgiving cheer with Mary Ellen McCormack families.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Tonight, the Mildred Hailey Tenant Taskforce distributed 100 Thanksgiving turkeys to residents preparing for the holiday season. Special thanks to the Mayor’s Office for donating them to Hailey families. Partnerships like this help bring added joy and community spirit to the holidays.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Boston College High School students and staff donated Thanksgiving meal ingredients, and together with BHA staff, everyone worked hard today to sort and distribute them for our residents — an annual tradition we’re so grateful for!
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Thankful for a full house and full hearts at the new Mildred C. Hailey Teen Center. Families from across the community came together to share a wonderful Thanksgiving meal!
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Torre Unidad celebrated Thanksgiving with an afternoon luncheon full of warmth, good food, and the kind of community that feels like family🦃🥧🍂
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
BHA residents, this is a great opportunity to plan for your retirement! Join us Monday, 11/17/25 at 6 PM for a free, expert-led workshop where financial professionals will break down your social security retirement options and answer your questions. Register here: www.zoomgov.com/meeting/regi...
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
Today we announced that 100 apartment units at Hassan Apartments are receiving new high-efficiency window-mounted heat pumps as part of an innovative effort in Hyde Park! Thank you to our partners at Eversource, Rise Engineering, New Ecology, Gradient and ABCD!
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City of Boston @boston.gov · 28/10/2025
Please join @mayorwu.boston.gov for our city’s first-ever State of the Schools address this evening at 7 p.m. Set a reminder, watch live, and follow along with #BostonSOTS.
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STATE OF THE SCHOOLS - October 28, 2025
YouTube video by Boston City TV
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Office of Mayor Michelle Wu 吳弭 @mayorwu.boston.gov · 28/10/2025
Join me tonight at 7 p.m for Boston’s first-ever State of the Schools address, streaming live at boston.gov/sots and posted live here on Bluesky. #BostonSOTS
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Boston Office of Housing @housing.boston.gov · 28/10/2025
As the holidays approach, don’t let mortgage worries weigh you down! If you're falling behind on your mortgage payments, the #BostonHomeCenter is here to help. Learn about the @boston.gov's free Foreclosure Prevention Program that can help you avoid foreclosure in Boston, ow.ly/Sh2W50XgvwS.
Text offering free, confidential foreclosure prevention and home preservation counseling from the Boston Home Center with info for mortgage help reach out to the Home Center, call 617-635-4336 or email homecenter@boston.gov.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The new Mildred C. Hailey Teen Center @ The Cave is open! 🎉 A safe space for teens to learn, grow & connect—made possible by Boys & Girls Club Boston , @bostonchildrens.bsky.social, Tree of Life, and the incredible community that made it happen. 💙 #YouthEmpowerment #TeenCenter
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
The Franklin Field rain garden is soaking up all of this week’s rain! 💧🌱 Shoutout to the residents, youth, and staff who helped bring this green space to life.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
State and City leaders came together to celebrate new funding that will strengthen and preserve this vibrant community at Fanueil Gardens for years to come! #FaneuilGardens #BHA
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Here at the BHA we are installing window heat pumps that can cut heating costs and emissions! www.bloomberg.com/news/article...
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Boston Public Housing Upgrades Units With Window Heat Pumps
A pilot project aims to cut heating costs and provide air conditioning while reducing emissions.
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
Doris Bunte residents showed up for Good Neighbor Day. A special event dedicated to fostering kindness, connection, and belonging. Special thanks to all of our partners!
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
A huge thank you to Boston Children’s Hospital and JP Tree of Life for hosting such a vibrant Resource Fair! Families and residents connected with community organizations offering support in ESOL, childcare, youth programs, financial counseling, career services, and more—all in one place
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Boston Housing Authority @bhaboston.bsky.social · 14/09/2025
Nothing like a community cookout on a beautiful end-of-summer day! Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate Roslyn Unity Day with us.
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