Whether you are on the move because you never want to mow the lawn again or because there's been a change in your ability to get around where you are now, knowing a few terms and facts will help you make good decisions. Remember . . . You have options to consider.
Alternatives are available between the extremes of independent housing and nursing facilities.
Whatever option you choose as the best one for you, ask questions. Educate yourself before a crisis forces action, if possible, and talk to people who already live where you are thinking of moving yourself or a loved one. Three Ways to Learn More . . . The counselors have access to detailed, comprehensive listings of all kinds of housing options, from applying for a reverse mortgage on your home, to retirement communities and skilled nursing facilities. Some are defined and governed by law.