Medford Gardens

Organization Name: WellLife Network Inc

Project Title: Medford Gardens

Project Location: Suffolk County, Long Island, NY

Project Description:
Medford Gardens is a vibrant new community in Suffolk County designed to give older adults a safe and supportive place to call home. This 67-unit residence is reserved for individuals and couples aged 55 and over, offering 100% affordable apartments with half dedicated to supportive housing. These homes provide stability for older adults exiting homelessness or recovering from mental health challenges, while also offering comfort and affordability for seniors priced out of Long Island’s housing market. WellLife Network staff will provide onsite supportive services and property management, creating a secure, caring environment where residents can age in place with dignity. With its focus on community, connection, and long-term wellness, Medford Gardens will strengthen the fabric of Suffolk County by ensuring older neighbors have the resources and housing they need to thrive.

Community Impact:
Medford Gardens addresses one of Long Island’s most pressing needs: affordable housing for older adults. With 67 apartments reserved for individuals and couples aged 55 and over, the development provides a lifeline for seniors who are too often priced out of the region’s housing market. Half of the units will serve as supportive housing, offering stability and dignity for older adults exiting homelessness or recovering from mental health challenges. By creating a safe, affordable community with onsite support and property management, Medford Gardens allows residents to age in place while remaining connected to their neighbors. At a time when affordable housing is desperately needed across Long Island, this development represents a model for how communities can respond by investing in homes that foster independence, security, and well-being while strengthening the social fabric of Suffolk County.

Organization Description:
At WellLife Network, our mission is to foster an environment where individuals, families, and team members have the tools and support they need to thrive and live a well life. Each year, we serve more than 25,000 New Yorkers through a broad range of services, including behavioral health, developmental disabilities, addiction recovery, supportive and affordable housing, and vital community-based programs. With compassion and commitment, WellLife creates pathways to stability, wellness, and opportunity. We save lives. It’s what we do.

Team Members:

WellLife Network- Developer/Owner
CSD Housing LLC
H2M Architects
BELFOR Property Restoration
Barclay Damon
Corporation for Supportive Housing
Richman Housing resources
HCR/OTDA/ESSHI/OMH