It’s more important now than ever for everyone to feel a sense of independence and control over our lives. Having the freedom and flexibility to manage your life can have a significant impact on your wellbeing. That’s true whether you’re just out of school or long retired.
Living independently means something different for everyone. People face different daily challenges, which need to be taken at their own speed. That doesn’t mean there aren’t also common hurdles which people are likely to face at some point when living alone.
The AMAC Foundation, in partnership with CompareTheMarket.com, a UK-based price comparison website, is making available to our readership important information about various aspects of independent living for seniors. In their material, titled “The essentials of safe, independent living for seniors,” they provide a rounded approach for any senior people looking to live on their own safely and comfortably. They cover accessibility options, types of independent housing, managing finances, and home safety improvements for peace of mind. Their material is presented in the following categories, which you can access via these links to the comparethemarket.com website:
> Support to help you live independently at home
> Accessibility in the home
> Types of independent living opportunities
> Finance management when living independently
> Home safety advice
I’m 63 widowed woman.i have retired with my husband’s full retirement. Need a place I can afford.
Donna:
We suggest you visit http://www.usa.gov for information on this topic. This website explains its purpose as: “Our mission is to create and organize timely, needed government information and services and make them accessible anytime, anywhere, via your channel of choice.” On this site, you’ll find relevant information on buying a home, as well as finding affordable rentals. SeniorLiving.org is another website you may want to check out for information on this topic, and Area Agencies on Aging is yet another source worth checking out (visit https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/About/Aging_Network/AAA.aspx to find an AAA office in your state or area.
We wish you well.
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
I would like a newsletter?
Donna:
If you’re referring to the AMAC Foundation newsletter, you can sign up on the Foundation’s website landing page. Just go to amacfoundation.org and scroll to the bottom. Click on the right-most button (labeled “Subscribe”) and you’ll be able to enter the information to get on the mailing list.
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
I need a 1bedroom I get I am independent living I get Social Security I’m 57 years old they need to be out by December 4 I my husband die 2 years so now am sick my daughter wants me out by December 4
Maribel:
We suggest you visit http://www.usa.gov for information on this topic. This website explains its purpose as: “Our mission is to create and organize timely, needed government information and services and make them accessible anytime, anywhere, via your channel of choice.” On this site, you’ll find relevant information on buying a home, as well as finding affordable rentals. SeniorLiving.org is another website you may want to check out for information on this topic, and Area Agencies on Aging is yet another source worth checking out (visit https://eldercare.acl.gov/Public/About/Aging_Network/AAA.aspx to find an AAA office in your state or area.
We wish you well.
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
I’M 68 YEARS OLD, LOOKING FOR ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT/LOW INCOME
William:
As a relatively small non-profit with limited resources, we do not offer any form of housing services. For requests of this type, we refer folks to available government services that can provide assistance. For example, the USAGov website’s Housing Help page (https://www.usa.gov/housing-help-audiences). Likewise, the USDA.gov’s Housing for Individuals page might be of assistance. Depending on your state of residence, you might also seek out a contact with your state’s Area Agency on Aging (google Area Agency on Aging and identify your state in the search).
We wish you well in your efforts.
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation, Inc.
Hello, My Name is Michael Keesee. I am currently looking for a place to live, I have AARP and the ERAP grant that is approved.
I live on Social Security. I do have funds coming in every month, and the ERAP will pay the move in expenses and up tp 18 months rent. Please see if you can help me out. I am clean with no felonies and decent credit. My number is 717.549.5834.
Thank you
I am in a need of a place to live. I am clean, respectful, and kind. I came over from Montane to take care of my Mom and Dad. I decided to stay and help them. IO need some assistance finding a place to live, prefer Gettysburg area. I an ERAP Grant that will pay move in and up to 18 months of rent. It is a stimulus grant to help me get established. I am also on SSI. Please help me find a place, so I can be secure and safe. Thank you
Michael:
Unfortunately, as a Florida-based small non-profit, we are unable to provide direct assistance in your search for housing. We would suggest, however, that you visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Pennsylvania-specifc site (https://www.hud.gov/states/pennsylvania/renting). Their website has several links to agencies that might be able to guide you.
We wish you well!
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
Need a apartment I can afford
Isabel:
Unfortunately, as a Florida-based small non-profit, we are unable to provide direct assistance in your search for housing. We would suggest, however, that you visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s website site (https://www.hud.gov). You could also visit https://www.usa.gov/finding-home for relevant information. These websites have several links to agencies that might be able to guide you.
We wish you well!
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
I am looking for independent housing for my 75 yr old brother and myself, I am 71yrs. We need it because my daughter and her are divorcing, we are currently living with them. We need to make this move veer soon. Can you help find us something affordable, we would be l looking for something in low-income. Thank you and I’m hoping for a quick response.
Teresa:
Unfortunately, as a Florida-based small non-profit, we are unable to provide direct assistance in your search for housing. We would suggest, however, that you visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s website site (https://www.hud.gov). You could also visit https://www.usa.gov/finding-home for relevant information. These websites have several links to agencies that might be able to guide you.
We wish you well!
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
I’m trying to get a house and we don’t have a lot of money. I need help to find a place To live
Gena,
Unfortunately, as a Florida-based small non-profit, we are unable to provide direct assistance in your search for housing. We would suggest, however, that you visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s website site (https://www.hud.gov). You could also visit https://www.usa.gov/finding-home for relevant information. These websites have several links to agencies that might be able to guide you.
We wish you well!
The AMAC Foundation
Looking for immediate living
Doreen:
Unfortunately, as a Florida-based small non-profit, we are unable to provide direct assistance in your search for housing. We would suggest, however, that you visit the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s website site (https://www.hud.gov). You could also visit https://www.usa.gov/finding-home for relevant information. These websites have several links to agencies that might be able to guide you.
We wish you well!
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation
Im looking for a studio or one bedroom apartment i can aford i get disability i am curantly living in shared housing but my landloard wont alow me to do dyalisis at home and my roomates are angry old men its not safe
Good Morning Douglas,
We are not this kind of a non-profit Senior Organization. I recommend you contact your local Senior Assisted living organizations in your area: https://www.caring.com/digital/find-housing
You may contact us at info@amacfoundation.org or call us at 888-750-2622.
Sharon L Kleczka
Social Security Advisor
AMAC Foundation
When will these be available am 59 years old and I need something I can affordable on my own please let me know thank you
Elaine:
The resources mentioned in the post are currently available via the links at the end of the article. Please let us know if there is anything specific beyond these resources you might need, and we’ll try to help connect you with them.
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation, Inc.
(888) 750-2622
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I am 68 yrs old and I am looking for assistance with rent and apartment.
I have medical issues and need to be close to my daughter in Santa Clarita California. 818.472.2326
Lynn:
Thank you for commenting. Unfortunately, we are a small, non profit organization and do not have financial resources to provide housing assistance. We suggest you contact a local Area Agency on Aging (AAA) website (https://aging.ca.gov/Providers_and_Partners/Area_Agencies_on_Aging/) or the BenefitsCal.com portal to explore resources such as CalFresh (food assistance), Medi-Cal (health insurance), and programs for nutrition, housing, and job assistance. You can also use resources like BenefitsCheckUp.org to find programs specific to your needs, and contact your county’s social services department for local assistance.
We wish you well.
Gerry Hafer
AMAC Foundation, Inc.
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The contents of this message, including any attachments, are confidential and are intended solely for the use of the person or entity to whom the message was addressed. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, please be advised that any dissemination, distribution, forwarding, printing, copying, or use of the contents of this message, and any attached documentation, is strictly prohibited. If you received this message in error, please notify the sender. Please also permanently delete all copies of the original message and any attached documentation. The opinions and interpretations expressed in this message are the viewpoints of the message’s author, a trained advisor accredited under the National Social Security Advisors program of the National Social Security Association, LLC (NSSA). The author, the NSSA, and the AMAC Foundation are not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States Government, or the Social Security Administration.