homeWelcome, sign in or click here to subscribe.login
     


 

 

Real Estate


Tom Kelly
Tom Kelly
The Real Estate Adviser
Subscriber content preview

June 6, 2002

Seniors can get help with repairs

By TOM KELLY
The Real Estate Advisor

The attractive poster hit too close to home – mainly because it was all about home. More than a decade ago, we faced a similar situation.

“At 71 years old, Claire lost her husband. Her children encouraged her to move, but she felt differently. This was the house where she and George had raised three children, planted their annual garden, and entertained friends and family. It was home. She missed George and especially felt afraid at night. The loose latch on the door never bothered her until now.


 
. . .


To read this story in full login or purchase a subscription.



Previous columns:



Email or user name:
Password:
 
Forgot password? Click here.