Learn the basics (5)
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Benefit Checklist for Older Erie County Residents
This checklist provides information on different benefits older Erie County residents can assess. Listing provides eligibility requirements as well as an explanation of the benefits. Content Detail
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Free cell phone services for people in adult homes
You can get free cell phone service through the Lifeline program. This a resource from the Adult Home Advocacy Project at Mobilization for Justice, Inc. Content Detail
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Housing Guide for Seniors
A very comprehensive guide for seniors on issues related to housing, including special laws, programs and other resources directed towards senior citizens. Content Detail
I need emergency assistance (1)
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A guide to emergency assistance, special grants and ongoing financial help
This guide provides information on emergency assistance for utility bills, rent, shelter, security agreements, furniture, and pregnancy. It also has info on visitor allowances, housing for people with AIDS or HIV, restaurant allowances, help with camp fees, furniture and clothing replacement, home repairs, temporary assistance, food stamps, Medicaid, and more. Content Detail
I am a victim of domestic violence and I am concerned about housing (1)
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Housing discrimination based on domestic violence is prohibited in Westchester County
Read here to learn about your rights and where to file a complaint. Content Detail
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- Spanish / Español
I am a homeowner (4)
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Helping mobile homeowners stay in their homes
This article provides an overview of challenges faced by mobile home owners and provides explanations on how to overcome them. Read More
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Home Improvement Scams Alert
This article provides an overview of common home improvement scams and what you can do to protect yourself against these. Read More
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Homeownership Issues for Seniors
In q & a format this resource goes over some common issues that seniors may confront when dealing with their homes. Read More
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Second Mortage Overview
This article provides an overview of second mortgages and discusses how it differs from reverse mortgages. Content Detail
Issues for renters (1)
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Senior Citizens Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) Program
Senior citizen tenants under rent control or rent stabilization may be entitled to an exemption from future rent increases under the Senior Citizens Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE) Program. (Tenants apply for SCRIE to the NYC Department for the Aging.) This resource provides information on where to apply and how to do it. Read More
Nursing homes and assisted care (4)
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Adult Care Facility / Assisted Living Residence Public Comment List
This resource which links directly to the NYS Department of Health website provides a list of Adult Care facilities in NYS. Content Detail
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Assisted Living
In this resource answers to questions such as, what is Assisted Living, how did it come about, and how can it affect you, are answered. Content Detail
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Q & A on Assisted Living Reform Act
This resource provides answers to questions regarding the Assisted Living Reform Act. Content Detail
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Rights of Residents Living in Assisted Living Facilities
This document provides a listing and explanation to the rights of residents living in assisted living facilities. Content Detail
I am considering a reverse mortgage (1)
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Reverse Mortgages
Read this resource to learn about reverse mortgages, borrowing money against your home, and reverse mortgage scams. Read More
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- Spanish / Español
More information (1)
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Benefit Checklist for Older Erie County Residents
This checklist provides information on different benefits older Erie County residents can assess. Listing provides eligibility requirements as well as an explanation of the benefits. Content Detail
