Health Net announced a $3 million investment to support affordable housing and infrastructure development in the Sacramento region, in partnership with Sacramento Area Council of Governments and Mutual Housing California.
The funding is aimed at increasing housing stability and improving community infrastructure across Sacramento County, with a focus on senior housing and urban development initiatives.
The investment includes $2 million allocated to SACOG’s Green Means Go program, which supports infrastructure development tied to at least 50 affordable housing units. The program is designed to help cities reinvest in urban cores and commercial corridors, enabling housing development closer to jobs, services, and transportation.
An additional $1 million will go to Mutual Housing California to support the second phase of the San Juan Apartments project, which will provide permanent affordable housing for more than 100 seniors along the Stockton Boulevard corridor. The development utilizes a factory-built housing model to deliver high-quality, cost-efficient homes for older adults.
The initiative reflects a broader strategy to address social determinants of health by aligning housing, infrastructure, and community development. Health Net emphasized that stable housing plays a critical role in improving health outcomes, reducing hospital visits, and supporting overall well-being.
Local leaders highlighted the importance of cross-sector collaboration in addressing housing shortages and strengthening community resilience. The investment builds on earlier efforts to expand affordable housing and improve connectivity across the region.
Moving forward, project partners will continue planning and predevelopment work for San Juan Apartments Phase Two while advancing additional infrastructure projects through the Green Means Go program.
KEY QUOTES:
“At Health Net, we understand that where you live can directly impact your health. That’s why we’re investing in partnerships that bring together housing, infrastructure and community development. When we work with SACOG and Mutual Housing California, we’re helping build neighborhoods that support healthier lives, where families are safe, connected and can live healthier, fuller lives.”
Amber Kemp, Vice President Of Medi-Cal Strategy, Execution, And Engagement, Health Net
“This investment reflects the power of aligning housing and infrastructure to create lasting community impact. Through SACOG’s Green Means Go program, we were proud to support the first phase of Mutual Housing’s San Juan Apartments, creating needed affordable housing, bringing critical infrastructure to a project that will open in May 2026. With continued partnership and investments like this from Health Net, we’re building on that momentum to deliver more housing, better connectivity, and healthier communities across the region.”
Patrick Kennedy, County Supervisor, Sacramento, and SACOG Board Member
“We’re incredibly grateful for Health Net’s partnership and their leadership in recognizing the powerful connection between health and housing. This investment is more than funding, it’s a shared commitment to creating healthier, more equitable communities. At San Juan Apartments Phase Two, we’re advancing a factory-built housing model designed to serve seniors with high-quality, stable, and affordable homes. By delivering housing more efficiently, we can reduce development costs while accelerating access to the kind of stable environments that lead to better health outcomes, fewer hospital visits, improved well-being, and greater independence for older adults. Health Net’s support allows us to scale this approach, expanding opportunity while ensuring more seniors can age with dignity in communities built for their long-term health.”
Craig Adelman, CEO, Mutual Housing California
