Housing
Think about your current home. Do you hope to stay in your home as long as you can? Features such as Universal Design will help you do that. Reverse Mortgages may be an option to pay for such needs.  What will happen if I am no longer able to live alone and care for myself? The resources below contain further information.
Home Modification Resources
National Resources Center on Supportive Housing and Home Modification - Home Modification Resources
National Aging in Place Council - “Modifying Your Home Environment to Promote Greater Independence”
The Center for Universal Design is a national information, technical assistance, and research center on universal design.
Reverse Mortgage Resources
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Reverse Mortgage - Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Information; 888-696-4687
AARP: Reverse Mortgages - Learn more about reverse mortgages; 888-687-2277
Other Housing Resources
Assisted Living Federation of America - Find Assisted Living Facilities
Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities - Select a Continuing Care Retirement Community; 888-281-6531
Retirement Living Information Center - Places to Retire & State Tax Information *access to some information may require a fee
The Eden Alternative is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to remaking the experience of aging and disability across America and around the world. Provides education and resources for improving quality of life for our Elders and for recapturing a meaningful work life for their Caregivers.
Healthcare Facilities Regulation Division, Georgia Department of Community Health - Nursing home & Personal Care Home licensing and monitoring; 404-657-5700
Walk Score TM - How Walkable Is Your Neighborhood? This website allows you to determine the walkability of your neighborhood based on the availability of and distance to shops, services, and restaurants in your area.
Georgia Senior Homeowners Guide
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