SEMI-INDEPENDENT LIVING

Semi-independent living options are for individuals who have some difficulty with performing certainactivities of daily living on their own. They need to be able to access a higher level of needed support from family members, friends, or third party home care aides and home healthcare professionals.

The type of semi-independent living option chosen is a function of the degree to which you require assistance, and the nature of that assistance; it is a “needs-driven” choice.

Semi-independent living options may involve having other family members living in the same household or in an attached household.
Alternatively, they may involve involve living in a community designed specifically for people over 55 years of age, which offers organized activities, and progressive ADL-based services to residents as their needs grow.

The semi-independent living options addressed in this section include:

  1. Accessory dwelling units;
  2. Multigenerational Households;
  3. Active adult communities; and
  4. Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs).

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In-laws, Outlaws, and Granny Flats: Your Guide to Turning One House into Two Homes Paperback – March 15, 2011

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In response to tight times, a remarkably upbeat and widespread change is taking place in households across America. Homeowners are creating second dwelling units often called in-law suites, mother-in-law apartments, or granny flats. Second units make a lot of sense. They're perfect for families who want several generations living close by, they enable Baby Boomers to care for elderly parents while respecting their independence, provide private quarters for adult children still at home or, rented out, second units can generate income to pay the mortgage or provide for retirement. In-Laws, Outlaws, and Granny Flats is the first book to explore the many designs, uses and benefits of this time-honored and emotionally satisfying living arrangement. In-law units take many forms and they're all shown here: attic, basement and garage conversions, bump-out additions, carve-out suites, and backyard cottages. This book covers every aspect of turning one house into two homes. With more than 200 color photographs, 50 floor plans and architectural details, and a lively, personable voice, In-laws, Outlaws, and Granny Flats is perfect for homeowners who want richer lives and a more secure future.