Housing

IDENTIFYING YOUR Resources

What is the home ownership rate among older adults?
What is the rate of homelessness among older adults?
What is the supply of affordable housing?
- Average cost of housing in your community
- Rental and owner-occupied
Are rental assistance programs available?
Does your community offer alternative living arrangements (e.g., shared housing options)?
What programs are available to help with accessibility?
Are energy assistance programs (e.g., help with paying utility bills, energy conservation activities) available?
Will the current housing options be able to meet the needs of the projected number of older adults in five, 10, or 20 years?

Are there any activities underway or planned in your community to construct or rehabilitate affordable housing?
What are the primary strengths of housing in your community?
What are the primary gaps in housing?
How can housing providers better coordinate their services?
What types of housing opportunities specifically designed for older adults are availaile?
Does your community have programs to help older adults with home repairs?
Are older adults in your community aware of the available housing options?
- How do older adults learn about housing options available to them?
- What are the current methods of outreach to educate older residents about housing options?
- How can you improve outreach/awareness of housing options?
Do the available housing options meet the needs cited by older adults?
- How can you assess the housing needs of older adults in your community?
Is there an ordinance to require accessibility features in single-family housing?
Is there a method to ensure compliance with federal laws that require accessibility features in multifamily housing?

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Updated: November 2, 2007