Thinking of moving to a Senior independent living facility.

[CaliS]

Me too; the independent living communities around here start at about $3,500/month. I don't know if there are any low-income ones or not but there are a few that will pro-rate your rent based on your income (which can't be over a certain amount) and the waiting lists are usually about 5 yrs long.

Sadly, even old folks are a business to some....

 

[TeePee]

I'm 72 yo and relatively healthy. I know I'm not a spring chicken and trying to think ahead because I'm not getting any younger. Since I have no immediate family, I'm considering the possibility of assisted living when the time comes and if (that's a big "if") I can afford it. In the meantime, if money gets tight, it would be nice to have a roommate to share expenses. I'm surprised communal living hasn't become vogue again with the way prices have skyrocketed.

 

[Teacher Terry]

I'm 72 yo and relatively healthy. I know I'm not a spring chicken and trying to think ahead because I'm not getting any younger. Since I have no immediate family, I'm considering the possibility of assisted living when the time comes and if (that's a big "if") I can afford it. In the meantime, if money gets tight, it would be nice to have a roommate to share expenses. I'm surprised communal living hasn't become vogue again with the way prices have skyrocketed.

Assisted living where I live is between 8–10 K/month. I’m not surprised that most people do not want to do communal living because after spending most of my life living with either a husband or children I’m really enjoying living alone. There is no way I want to share space with anyone else besides my two doggies

 

[officerripley]

Assisted living where I live is between 8–10 K/month. I’m not surprised that most people do not want to do communal living because after spending most of my life living with either a husband or children I’m really enjoying living alone. There is no way I want to share space with anyone else besides my two doggies

I think it's about the same here, maybe a tiny bit cheaper.

 

[Teacher Terry]

Three years ago when my friend died the year before he was paying 5K/month for assisted living but when his care needs increased, he was paying 8K/a month. It was shocking since it wasn’t nursing home care. Luckily he had been a really good saver his entire life and could pay for it. He made many sacrifices to save that money.

 

[TeePee]

Assisted living where I live is between 8–10 K/month. I’m not surprised that most people do not want to do communal living because after spending most of my life living with either a husband or children I’m really enjoying living alone. There is no way I want to share space with anyone else besides my two doggies

I was thinking more along the lines of people who couldn't afford assisted living, at least it would be an alternative. Financially I am comfortable ( not rich) but I know I couldn't afford $8-10k/mo. I think in my area it's more like $3500-5000 k/mo for a decent ( not upscale) assisted living. I wouldn't last long financially in an average assisted living. I'll live in my home as long as I can but I'm just thinking ahead should I live long enough to have to make that tough decision.

 

[Teacher Terry]

I definitely can’t afford 8K a month either. However, most people I know were able to stay in their home until they died or shortly before. If it was a choice between being homeless and sharing space with somebody than the answer would be obvious.

 

[Ruthanne]

Three years ago when my friend died the year before he was paying 5K/month for assisted living but when his care needs increased, he was paying 8K/a month. It was shocking since it wasn’t nursing home care. Luckily he had been a really good saver his entire life and could pay for it. He made many sacrifices to save that money.

Prices are shocking and unattainable for many seniors and we all need to do what we can to cut corners. That's if it's necessary and important to you.