Program Highlight H.O.M.E

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: H.O.M.E. HELPS SENIORS STAY AT HOME

Homeowner Options for Massachusetts Elders (H.O.M.E.) is a unique non-profit organization dedicated to helping seniors stay at home. Many seniors are under financial pressure to sell their homes due to the high cost of living and often their own need for assistance. H.O.M.E. work with seniors to find solutions, whether that be a reverse mortgage, participating in state and city rehab programs, helping with property tax deferral, or, in some cases, selling the home.

Eligibility:

Massachusetts homeowner with only one residence

60 years of age or older (50 if in jeopardy of losing home)

Annual income less than $28,000 individual / $34,000 couple

H.O.M.E. is a statewide program and may be reached at 800/583-5337 or on the web at http://www.elderhomeowners.org

-Adapted from: ElderLaw News e-mail, from Harry S. Margolis, Margolis & Associates, August 16, 2006

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