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Information for Senior Citizens

Looking for housing options for yourself, an aging parent, relative, or friend? Do some research first to determine what kind of assistance or living arrangement you need; what your health insurance might cover; and what you can afford. Then check here for financial assistance resources and guides for making the right choice. Talk to a HUD-approved housing counselor if you have questions about your situation.

 

Stay in Your Home

 -   Reverse mortgages for seniors
 -   Rural housing loans
 -   Find in-home help
 -   Meals on wheels

Find an Apartment

 -   Units for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities
 -   Find affordable rents
 -   Public housing
 -   Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
 -   Rural rental help

Housing Plus Help

 -   Find retirement communities, assisted living and continuing care
 -   Guidance for 55 and older communities

Protect Yourself

 -   Fraud information for seniors
 -   Housing discrimination
 -   Reverse mortgage scams

 

 

  
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