Housing & Home Equity for Older Adults

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There are numerous options for seniors related to housing and living in their community. See what might be a good fit for you as you age.

May 6, 2020

Senior Housing Options Read Article

A Black senior man is sitting at home in a comfortable chair, smiling.

Nov 23, 2021

Use Your Home to Stay at Home Read Article

Read about low-income older adults who learned they qualify for financial help through local and government benefits programs. See if you’re eligible, too.

Apr 4, 2024

How One 68-Year-Old Found More Than $7,000 in Life-Changing Benefits Read Article

Feb 22, 2024

Get the Facts on Economic Security for Seniors Read Article

Feb 12, 2024

How Do Benefits Enrollment Centers Help Older Adults? Read Article

Jan 9, 2024

What Is a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)? A Guide for Older Adults Read Article

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Each state sets eligibility requirements for low-income residents. See whether and how rent and utility subsidies may affect your LIHEAP benefits.

Nov 21, 2023

LIHEAP for Public Housing Residents: What Older Adults Need to Know

Aging in place provides a wealth of benefits for older adults, but it’s not an easy decision. Here are some of the factors you need to consider first.

Aug 4, 2023

Can You Afford to Age in Place?

The Section 8 housing program helps older adults, people with disabilities, and families with low income find affordable, decent private housing. Learn how it works.

Jul 26, 2023

What Is Section 8 Housing? An Overview for Older Adults

The Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly program provides subsidized housing for older adults with low income. Learn how it works.

Jul 21, 2023

A Guide to Section 202 Supportive Housing for Older Adults

The USDA Home Repair Loans and Grants program provides financial assistance to help older homeowners make their home safer and more accessible.

Jan 13, 2023

What Is the USDA Single Family Housing Repair Loans and Grants Program?

Millions of older adults who are eligible miss out on benefits programs that can help them save money. Find out how BenefitsCheckUp works and how it can help.

May 27, 2022

How Older Adults Can Get Help Paying for Housing

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Mar 6, 2022

A Guide to Reverse Mortgages for Older Adults

A back shot of a happy senior couple looking on from their house to the street.

Jun 17, 2021

What Is Medicaid Estate Recovery? And How Does It Work?

A senior Black couple is laughing and enjoying their time together on their porch.

Mar 1, 2021

Get the Facts on Home Equity and Seniors

A senior couple is gardening together in front of their house.

Dec 3, 2020

Get the Facts on Reverse Mortgages

A senior woman is at home, sheltering in place and wearing a mask.

Apr 14, 2020

Tips for Homeowners Facing Hardship During the Pandemic

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