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Congregate housing facilities generally provide private living quarters, meals in a central dining room, shared living spaces and access to social and recreational facilities.
For people who do not require nursing home care, congregate housing is a very popular and economic alternative to institutional care. It is most suitable for the more frail members of the elderly population - those who find it difficult to manage home maintenance, shopping, cooking, cleaning and personal care.
Rent subsidies under the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Section 8 Rental Assistance Program may be available to assist with the cost of rent in congregate housing facilities.
For more information on this and other senior housing options, visit our Links section under the heading "Housing". You can also contact us for more information or assistance.
VDA staff can put you in touch with your local Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program helps people with specific concerns about long-term care service providers find solutions in a confidential manner.
