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Housing Needs Checklist

  1. Do I need a ground floor location?
  2. Do I need handicapped accessibility?
  3. Do I need assistance with any daily living activities?  (bathing, dressing,medications, toileting?)
  4. Do I need at least some meals provided?
  5. Do I need a place for my car?
  6. Do I need a place that will accept pets?
  7. Do I need a place that offers social activities?
  8. Do I need maintenance and housekeeping provided?
  9. Do I need a place with a yard, patio, or porch?
  10. Do I need to be close to my current neighborhood?
  11. Do I need to own?
  12. Do I need to rent?
  13. If buying, how much can I afford for a house payment each month? $______________
  14. If renting, how much can I afford to pay for rent each month? $______________
  15. What other factors are important to me as I consider making a move?