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July 24, 2014

Agencies help seniors find housemates

  • They handle background checks and screening for lifestyle issues like smoking and pets. People do it for money, companionship or both.

    • NEW YORK (AP) — It's not exactly “The Golden Girls,” but for Marcia Rosenfeld, it'll do.

    Rosenfeld is among thousands of aging Americans taking part in home-sharing programs around the country that allow seniors to stay in their homes and save money while getting some much-needed companionship.


     
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