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Independent Living Communities

Also known as:

Independent Retirement Housing
Senior Housing
Senior Apartments
Congregate Senior Communities
Retirement Homes

LIFESTYLE: For seniors who are able to live on their own but prefer to live among their peers, desire additional security, and no longer want to maintain a home.
For seniors who are active and totally independent. SERVICES: Vary. Some can offer assistance with:

housekeeping
laundry
transportation

HOUSING: Senior apartment complexes and congregate senior housing vary in size and are often designed similar to regular apts. but also have additional safety features.
Although the living quarters usually include a small kitchen, meals may be served in a large congregate dining room in some of these senior communities. PAYMENTS: Some senior apartments are subsidized through one of two government rental assistance; Section 8 (for those that meet low income criteria) or Section 202 (for the elderly). Private fees can range from$950- $6,000 per month.