Housing

Counseling for Senior Homeowners – the DuPage Homeownership Center offers free, confidential, unbiased information and counseling to senior homeowners about reverse mortgages, tax relief options and low-cost home repair programs that can help seniors maintain their independence. For an appointment call (630) 260-2500.

Senior Home Sharing – is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping meet this need for affordable senior housing by providing a shared housing option. SHS group homes are located in Lombard, Downers Grove, Elmhurst and Naperville. In addition, the organization operates a four-unit senior apartment in Lombard. www.seniorhomesharing.org

Shared Housing Program – offered by the DuPage County Human Services, match people who have similar needs, interests, and lifestyles who might benefit from sharing housing arrangements. For more information call (800) 942-9412.