Specialist housing options
Find out more about some of the specialist housing options for older people, including shared ownership, retirement...
Moving in with family can seem like the ideal solution if you need support, want to spend more time with your grandchildren, or need to downsize. But it's important to be realistic and think about all your options before you move.
In lots of cases moving in with family works well. But it’s important to think about it properly ahead of moving, and make sure you all have the same expectations.
If you're thinking about moving back in with your family, it's a good idea to consider the answers to the following questions:
If you invest in your relatives’ property or buy a property jointly, it might impact you if you have to have a financial assessment for assistance with care home fees or benefits in the future.
Find out more about paying for a care home
Moving into your family's home could impact your Council Tax. It's good to get advice on this before you move. You can call Age UK's Advice Line on 0800 678 1602 to speak to an adviser, or visit your local Age UK.
Be sure to get independent legal advice and consider having a formal agreement drawn up. It might seem overly formal as they’re family – but it’s better for everyone to be clear about matters from the start because sometimes things don’t work out.
We offer support through our free advice line on 0800 678 1602. Lines are open 8am-7pm, 365 days a year. We also have specialist advisers at over 120 local Age UKs.
Find out more about some of the specialist housing options for older people, including shared ownership, retirement...
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