Department Of Community Services

Senior Housing Options

Independent Living • Assisted Living
Nursing and Rehabilitative Centers/Nursing Homes

Independent Living

Independent living encompasses several different types of housing options which may include:

• Remaining in your own home.
• Purchasing a small cottage or condominium in a senior community or retirement village.
• Senior Apartments for persons with low to moderate income.
• Congregate or shared senior apartments for persons with low to moderate income
• Market Rate (non-subsidized) apartments in Senior Living Communities

In order to maintain independence, individuals may choose to purchase support services either in-home or within community settings. Examples include:

In-Home Services

Home-delivered meals Minor home modifications Chore and shopping services Personal care services An emergency response system Friendly visitors Adult Day Programs (Senior Center Plus or Medical Adult Day Care)

Community Programs

• Senior Centers
• Affordable transportation
• Senior information, referral, and assistance