The Elderly and Disabled (E & D) Loan Program provides below-market interest rate permanent mortgage loans by issuing pooled tax-exempt bond financing for affordable multi-unit rental housing projects. Borrowers may apply for this loan for construction of new affordable housing or for acquisition and/or rehabilitation of existing properties. This program finances apartments, congregate care, residential care, and assisted living facilities for elderly persons, as well as group care homes for mentally and physically disabled persons. Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) provides credit enhancement, plus bond issuance.