Residential Facilities

In recent years, the variety of housing options designed specifically for older adults and people with disabilities has increased.

From this page you can:

Read detailed descriptions of types of residential facilities.
View a checklist of questions to ask potential providers. Checklists help you compare providers and make informed decisions.
Search for providers of a specific service in your area.

Service	Learn More	Checklists**	Search
Assisted Living Studio or one-bedroom living space, including personal care and housekeeping services.	Learn	View	Search
Nursing Homes 24-hour medical attention for extended post-operative care or complex health monitoring.	Learn	View	Search
Board and Care Homes Non-medical care in a small group setting.	Learn	View	Search
Hospice Facilities In-patient pain and symptom relief in the end stage of life.	Learn	View	Search
Continuing Care Retirement Communities A life-long combination of housing and health insurance that meets seniors' health needs as they change over time.	Learn	View	Search
Congregate Housing Private living space, common dining and social areas, and some support services for individuals who need little or no assistance with personal care.	Learn	View	Search

**Checklists are in PDF format. You will need the Acrobat Reader to view them. It is a free program which you can download from Adobe's web site.