Atrium Health recognizes that our teammates are our most valuable asset and is reimagining health by recognizing that safe, affordable and secure housing is one of the most important components of a healthy life. Intervention improves health outcomes & decreases health costs. Affordable housing also serves as a key part of Atrium Health’s social impact in surrounding communities.
Housing Opportunity Promoting Equity (H.O.P.E.) is Atrium Health's affordable housing investment program designed especially for our teammates. The H.O.P.E Housing program allows eligible teammates access to affordable housing. Units are available to rent at a sliding-scale rate based on income for eligible teammates and their families. H.O.P.E Housing offerings are currently only available in Mecklenburg County. We offer H.O.P.E. to support our teammates to continue to do what they do best every day –- improve health, elevate hope and advance healing – FOR ALL.
Hear from Teneshia, an Atrium Health teammate who accessed the H.O.P.E. program when in need of affordable housing.
Do you need immediate rental assistance? Would you like to learn more about how to become a homeowner? The Help NOW program and our community partners are here to support you. Visit the Help NOW page on the Teammate Site to find your county of residence and the services available to you.
View a map of all housing communities.
Learn more about Lake Mist Apartments.
If you have questions about your eligibility, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
Complete the H.O.P.E. Interest Form
What is H.O.P.E.?
H.O.P.E. stands for Housing Opportunity Promoting Equity. It is Atrium Health’s affordable housing referral program for teammates.
What type of housing is offered through H.O.P.E.?
The H.O.P.E. Housing program refers eligible teammates to one of our partner housing communities. Each community offers apartment units for rent at a sliding scale rate based on income for eligible teammates and their families. Currently all H.O.P.E Housing offerings are only available in Mecklenburg County, NC.
Who is eligible to apply for H.O.P.E.?
Teammates must meet the following criteria to apply to H.O.P.E.:
If I meet all criteria, how do I apply?
Teammates may complete the H.O.P.E. Housing Interest Form here. You must provide a complete form and meet all of the eligibility criteria.
What is the review process for applications?
All interest forms are reviewed for complete and accurate information by the Project & Program Coordinator and the Social Strategy & Impact Team. Teammates will receive communication about their application within one week of applying. If a teammate meets all criteria for the program, their contact information will be shared with the Property Manager at HillRock Estates once a unit becomes available that matches their preference.
Is the application process confidential?
Due to the sensitive nature of the Atrium Health H.O.P.E. program, applicant and recipient information will be kept in the strictest confidence. Applicants may choose to allow Human Resources to contact their supervisor if needed and may choose to sign a release to allow information to be used for program promotion purposes.
If I do not meet all criteria, how do I get support?
Teammates who do not meet all criteria for H.O.P.E. may still be eligible to seek hardship support through other Atrium Health programs, including:
Does the Atrium Health HOPE Housing Program assist with rent?
No, the HOPE Housing Program does not subsidize any portion of the teammates rent. Rents range from $875 - $1,575 – depending on the community, your total annual household income, and unit floorplan.
Does the Atrium Health HOPE Housing Program assist with housing security deposits?
No, the HOPE Housing Program does not provide financial assistance. Please review your current monthly budget. You will be required to pay a security deposit and pro-rated first month’s rent to move-in.
Does Atrium own the housing communities?
No, Atrium does not own, operate, or manage any of the partner communities. Atrium is a referral partner to the communities.
Where are the communities located?
All partner communities are in Mecklenburg County.
Do I need to complete a housing application?
Yes, eligible teammates must visit the leasing office(s) of our partner housing communities to complete their housing application. The community will guide you through their application process. BACKGROUND & CREDIT SCREENING—All applicants MUST complete and pass a criminal and credit background screening. You will not be approved for housing if you have a recent eviction, currently owe a previous property, or owe utility bills. Applicants that are approved will be assigned a unit when the community has availability.
What are the housing opportunities through the H.O.P.E. Housing Program?
The communities available through the Atrium Health H.O.P.E housing program include the following properties:
Ascent Pineville
8401 Habersham Pointe Circle
Charlotte, NC 28226
Charlotte Woods
1116 Scaleybark Rd
Charlotte, NC 28209
HillRock Estates
3317 Magnolia Hill Drive
Charlotte, NC 28205
Lake Mist Apartments
1120-A Lakemist Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
Maple Way
1012 McAlway Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
Peppertree Apartments
4335 Central Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28205
Pines at Wendover
628 North Wendover Road
Charlotte, NC 28211
Shamrock Gardens
3779 Michigan Ave
Charlotte, NC 28215
Swan Run
4600 Swan Meadow Lane
Charlotte, NC 28226
If you have additional questions, please submit them to HOPE@atriumhealth.org. You will receive a response within 24 hours.
