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Determining what qualifies a person for a nursing home is one of the most difficult decisions families face. When a loved one shows signs of declining self-care abilities, memory loss, or personality shifts, we often wonder if more comprehensive care is needed. Unfortunately, many families struggle with this decision until a crisis occurs.
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Approximately 200,000 older adults currently wait for housing through the HUD 202 program, with wait times stretching between 7 to 10 years. Over half of older renters in NYC are considered rent-burdened, spending a significant portion of their income on housing costs. Several programs provide subsidized housing options for seniors across the city.
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