(DC, MD, VA) Search for subsidized and private pay senior housing throughout the midatlantic at Retirement Living’s website. (all states) Search for federally (HUD) subsidized senior housing. (all states) Search for federally (HUD) subsidized public housing.
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November 18, 2010Consumer guides for assessing the financial solvency of Continuing Care Retirement Facilities
October 6, 201020 page brochure (by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) entitled, “Consumer Guide to Understanding Financial Performance and Reporting in Continuing Care Retirement Facilities. Checklist (from the National Senior Citizens Law Center) for evaluating a CCRC’s financial solvency.
Contractors and Universal Design
June 29, 2010Universal design is an architectural design concept, where structures are built to be user friendly to people with and without disabilities Learn about Universal Design Learn how universal design can facilitate aging-in-place from this 2009 Washington Post article. 2004 – 20 page Iowa Program for Assistive Technology’s “Practical Guide to Universal Home Design.” Finding a [...]
DC Emergency Shelter Hotline
February 24, 2010DC – Learn about available emergency shelter in DC at 202-727-6161.
Tips on How To Pay for Long Term Care
December 21, 2009This 2004 booklet by Action for Older Persons, was originally written for a NY audience, but has application to other jurisdictions too. 2009 Wall Street Journal article, entitled “Funding Senior Living in an Economic Downturn.” Learn how Iona social workers can consult with you or your family about long-term care options. For more information, call [...]
Universal Design for Aging in Place
December 16, 2009Universal design is a design principle for building or remodeling homes to make them user-friendly for all people, including persons with disabilities or age-related functional losses. Learn how universal design can facilitate aging in place from this 2009 Washington Post article. The National Association of Home Builders certifies builders and remodelers as certified aging-in-place specialists. [...]
Reverse Mortgage Resources
December 16, 2009Learn about reverse mortgages from these resources: American Bar Association’s 2005 publication on reverse mortgages. AARP webpage on reverse mortgages. National Council on Aging’s webpage on reverse mortgages, including link to their 2009 guide. Learn about reverse mortgage counseling from the National Council on Aging by calling 1-800-510-0301. Call or email Iona Information & Referral [...]
2008 Maryland Nursing Home Report Card
December 16, 2009Follow this link to results from the State of Maryland’s 2008 Family Satisfaction Survey for nursing homes. Call or email Iona Information & Referral (202-895-9448; info@Iona.org) to learn how our social workers can help you select a nursing home in the DC metro area.
Selecting a nursing home
December 16, 2009Nursing homes provide housing, skilled nursing, and custodial care for persons needing significant assistance. Along the continuum of long-term care, nursing homes provide the most care, and should not be confused with assisted living or independent living. The following resources may help withs selecting a nursing home. National Institute on Aging’s publication on selecting a [...]
LGBT Seniors – Long Term Care Planning Guide
December 16, 2009In 2009, the National Association of Lesbian Rights published this long term care planning legal guide for LGBT elders.
