Good Shepherd Housing

EIN: 203170750

UEI: HZNQN3FA7BF4

Data as of August 22, 2026

Good Shepherd Housing10 audit years10 findings9 repeat
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Audit Years
10
Total Findings
9
Repeat Findings

FY 2024-12-31

Management decision deadline — for entities that funded this organization

The FAC accepted this audit on April 28, 2025. Under 2 CFR 200.521(d), a pass-through entity that provided federal funds to this organization for this audit period must issue a management decision on these findings by October 28, 2025 (299 days ago).

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2024-001
Special Tests & Provisions
REPEAT

Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management’s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) •FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) •Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor’s Summary of the Auditee’s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. •Response Indicator: Agree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management agrees with the recommendation and will be transferring all investment balance in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America in 2025. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

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Reference Number: 2024-001 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly, Assistance Listing Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Federal Award Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Identification of Repeat Finding Reference Number: 2023-002 (S3800-019) Criteria: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether (S3800-020) in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Statement of Condition: Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management’s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) •FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) •Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor’s Summary of the Auditee’s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. •Response Indicator: Agree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management agrees with the recommendation and will be transferring all investment balance in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America in 2025. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

Corrective Action Plan

Management agrees with the recommendation and will be transferring all investment balance in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America in 2025.

Prior Finding References

2023-002

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FY 2023-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on April 17, 2024 — management decision was due October 17, 2024.

2023-002
Special Tests & Provisions
REPEAT

Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management’s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) •FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) •Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor’s Summary of the Auditee’s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. •Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. There is a cumulative net gain through December 31, 2023. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

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Reference Number: 2023-002 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly, Assistance Listing Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Federal Award Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Identification of Repeat Finding Reference Number: 2022-002 (S3800-019) Criteria: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether (S3800-020) in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Statement of Condition: Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management’s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) •FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) •Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor’s Summary of the Auditee’s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. •Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. There is a cumulative net gain through December 31, 2023. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

Corrective Action Plan

Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs. There is a cumulative net gain through December 31, 2023.

Prior Finding References

2022-002

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FY 2022-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on April 3, 2023 — management decision was due October 3, 2023.

2022-002
Other
REPEAT

Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) ?FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) ?Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor?s Summary of the Auditee?s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. ?Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. There is a cumulative net gain through December 31, 2022. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

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Reference Number: 2022-002 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly, Assistance Listing Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Federal Award Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Identification of Repeat Finding Reference Number: 2021-002 (S3800-019) Criteria: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether (S3800-020) in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Statement of Condition: Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) ?FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) ?Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor?s Summary of the Auditee?s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. ?Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. There is a cumulative net gain through December 31, 2022. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

Corrective Action Plan

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN March 29, 2023 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Good Shepherd Housing Corporation respectively submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended December 31, 2022. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: HW&Co. 23240 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 700 Cleveland, OH 44122-5450 Audit period: January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 The finding from the December 31, 2022 schedule of findings and questioned costs is discussed below. The finding is numbered consistently with the number assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDIT 2022-002 ? Replacement reserve Recommendation: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. It was recommended that management invest replacement reserve in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Action Taken: Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs. There is a cumulative net gain through December 31, 2022. If the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has questions regarding this plan, please call Chris Widman at 419-937-1801. Sincerely yours, Chris Widman, Executive Director

Prior Finding References

2021-002

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FY 2021-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on April 24, 2022 — management decision was due October 24, 2022.

2021-002
Other
REPEAT

Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor's Summary of the Auditee's Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

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Reference Number: 2021-002 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly CFDA Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Federal Award Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Identification of Repeat Finding Reference Number: 2020-002 (S3800-019) Criteria: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether (S3800-020) in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Statement of Condition: Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested a portion of the replacement reserve funds in mutual (S3800-032) funds in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor's Summary of the Auditee's Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project may incur. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

Corrective Action Plan

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN March 29, 2022 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Good Shepherd Housing Corporation respectively submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended December 31, 2021. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: HW&Co. 23240 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 700 Cleveland, OH 44122-5450 Audit period: January 1, 2021 through December 31, 2021 The finding from the December 31, 2021 schedule of findings and questioned costs is discussed below. The finding is numbered consistently with the number assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDIT 2021-002 ? Replacement reserve Recommendation: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. It was recommended that management invest replacement reserve in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Action Taken: Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs.

Prior Finding References

2020-002

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FY 2020-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on April 25, 2021 — management decision was due October 25, 2021.

2020-001
Other
REPEAT

A number of overlapping duties are handled by the affiliated sponsor?s (S3800-030) accounting staff. Cause: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system (S3800-032) is cost effective for a project of this size. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that misstatements (S3800-033) may not be identified and corrected on a timely basis. However, there was no identified effect on the 2020 audited financial statements due to the lack of segregation of duties. Auditor Noncompliance Code: S ? Internal control deficiencies (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) ?FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) ?Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: A good system of internal control requires that there is proper segregation (S3800-050) of duties throughout the accounting process. Recommendation: We recommend that certain accounting duties and functions be segregated (S3800-080) to enhance internal control. Auditor?s Summary Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system is of the Auditee?s cost effective for a project of this size, however, they will consider segregating Comments on the accounting duties and functions where possible. Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) ?Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system is (S3800-150) cost effective for a project of this size, however, they will consider segregating accounting duties and functions where possible. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

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Reference Number: 2020-001 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly CFDA Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Financial Statement Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Identification of Repeat Finding and Finding Reference Number: 2019-001 (S3800-019) Criteria: A good system of internal control requires proper segregation of duties (S3800-020) throughout the accounting process. Statement of Condition: A number of overlapping duties are handled by the affiliated sponsor?s (S3800-030) accounting staff. Cause: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system (S3800-032) is cost effective for a project of this size. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that misstatements (S3800-033) may not be identified and corrected on a timely basis. However, there was no identified effect on the 2020 audited financial statements due to the lack of segregation of duties. Auditor Noncompliance Code: S ? Internal control deficiencies (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) ?FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) ?Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: A good system of internal control requires that there is proper segregation (S3800-050) of duties throughout the accounting process. Recommendation: We recommend that certain accounting duties and functions be segregated (S3800-080) to enhance internal control. Auditor?s Summary Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system is of the Auditee?s cost effective for a project of this size, however, they will consider segregating Comments on the accounting duties and functions where possible. Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) ?Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system is (S3800-150) cost effective for a project of this size, however, they will consider segregating accounting duties and functions where possible. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

Corrective Action Plan

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN March 30, 2021 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Good Shepherd Housing Corporation respectively submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended December 31, 2020. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: HW&Co. 23240 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 700 Cleveland, OH 44122-5450 Audit period: January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020 The finding from the December 31, 2020 schedule of findings and questioned costs is discussed below. The finding is numbered consistently with the number assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY 2020-001 ? Segregation of Duties Recommendation: A good system of internal control requires that there is proper segregation of duties throughout the accounting process, and therefore it was recommended that certain accounting duties and functions be segregated to enhance internal controls. Action Taken: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system is cost effective for a project of this size, however, will consider segregating accounting duties and functions where possible.

Prior Finding References

2019-001

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2020-002
Other

Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested portion of replacement reserve funds in mutual funds (S3800-032) in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) ?FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) ?Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor?s Summary of the Auditee?s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs. ?Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

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Reference Number: 2020-002 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly CFDA Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Federal Award Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Criteria: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether (S3800-020) in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Statement of Condition: Replacement reserve funds were invested in obligations other than in (S3800-030) accordance with the regulatory agreement. Cause: Management invested portion of replacement reserve funds in mutual funds (S3800-032) in an effort to generate higher investment income. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that replacement (S3800-033) reserve funds invested in mutual funds are exposed to various risks such as market and credit risks. Auditor Noncompliance Code: O-Investment for Reserves for Replacements (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040) Reporting Views of Responsible Officials: See management?s response (S3800-150) (S3800-045) ?FHA/Contract Number: 042EE171 (3800-037) ?Questioned Costs: $0 (3800-038) Context: Replacement reserve funds should be deposited in accordance with the (S3800-050) regulatory agreement. Recommendation: We recommend that management invest replacement reserve in obligations (S3800-080) of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Auditor?s Summary of the Auditee?s Comments on the Finding and Recommendation: (S3800-090) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs. ?Response Indicator: Disagree (3800-130) Response: (S3800-1500) Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs. Contact Person: Christopher P. Widman (S3800-160 to 180)

Corrective Action Plan

CORRECTIVE ACTION PLAN March 30, 2021 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Good Shepherd Housing Corporation respectively submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended December 31, 2020. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: HW&Co. 23240 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 700 Cleveland, OH 44122-5450 Audit period: January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020 The finding from the December 31, 2020 schedule of findings and questioned costs is discussed below. The finding is numbered consistently with the number assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDIT 2020-002 ? Replacement reserve Recommendation: In accordance with the regulatory agreement, replacement reserve funds whether in the form of a cash deposit or invested in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. It was recommended that management invest replacement reserve in obligations of, or fully guaranteed as to principal by, the United States of America. Action Taken: Management is aware of such market and credit risks and, therefore the Project Sponsor (Good Shepherd Home) is committed to reimburse the Project for any net cumulative realized investment losses that the Project incurs.

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FY 2019-12-31

FAC accepted this audit on April 30, 2020 — management decision was due October 30, 2020.

2019-001
Other
REPEAT

A number of overlapping duties are handled by the affiliated sponsor?s (S3800-030) accounting staff. Cause: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system (S3800-032) is cost effective for a project of this size. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that misstatements (S3800-033) may not be identified and corrected on a timely basis. However, there was no identified effect on the 2019 audited financial statements due to the lack of segregation of duties. Auditor Noncompliance Code: S ? Internal control deficiencies (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040)

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Finding Reference Number: 2019-001 (S3800-010) Title and CFDA Number of Federal Program: Supportive Housing for the Elderly CFDA Number 14.157 (S3800-011) Type of Finding: Financial Statement Finding (S3800-015) Finding Resolution Status: Unresolved (S3800-016) Information on Universe Population Size: Not applicable (S3800-017) Sample Size Information: Not applicable (S3800-018) Identification of Repeat Finding and Finding Reference Number: 2018-001 (S3800-019) Criteria: A good system of internal control requires proper segregation of duties (S3800-020) throughout the accounting process. Statement of Condition: A number of overlapping duties are handled by the affiliated sponsor?s (S3800-030) accounting staff. Cause: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system (S3800-032) is cost effective for a project of this size. Effect or Potential Effect: The effect of this deficiency, which cannot be quantified, is that misstatements (S3800-033) may not be identified and corrected on a timely basis. However, there was no identified effect on the 2019 audited financial statements due to the lack of segregation of duties. Auditor Noncompliance Code: S ? Internal control deficiencies (S3800-035) Questioned Cost: $0 (S3800-040)

Corrective Action Plan

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Good Shepherd Housing Corporation respectively submits the following corrective action plan for the year ended December 31, 2019. Name and address of independent public accounting firm: HW&Co. 23240 Chagrin Blvd., Suite 700 Cleveland, OH 44122-5450 Audit period: January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019 The finding from the December 31, 2019 schedule of findings and questioned costs is discussed below. The finding is numbered consistently with the number assigned in the schedule. FINDINGS?FINANCIAL STATEMENT AUDIT SIGNIFICANT DEFICIENCY 2019-001 ? Segregation of Duties Recommendation: A good system of internal control requires that there is proper segregation of duties throughout the accounting process, and therefore it was recommended that certain accounting duties and functions be segregated to enhance internal controls. Action Taken: Management feels due to the nature of operations that the current system is cost effective for a project of this size, however, will consider segregating accounting duties and functions where possible. FINDINGS?FEDERAL AWARD PROGRAMS AUDIT None If the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has questions regarding this plan, please call Chris Widman at 419-937-1801.

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FAC accepted this audit on April 17, 2019 — management decision was due October 17, 2019.

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FAC accepted this audit on April 22, 2018 — management decision was due October 22, 2018.

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