A Shared Farmhouse, Not an Institution (Upstate NY)

• Daily caregiving & household atmosphere

• This home is currently shared by an 80‑year‑old father and his adult son, who is also the in‑home caregiver. The caregiver helps with day‑to‑day things like meals, medications, housekeeping, laundry, appointments, and general support when needed. The home runs as a shared living environment where a caregiver is regularly present and residents are comfortable relying on that support as part of normal daily life. Family or friends are always welcome to visit or help occasionally. Are you comfortable living in a home like this?*
  Yes

  Maybe

  No

• TV & daily atmosphere

• The TV is often on. Common viewing includes science/mystery content (like Ancient Aliens or The Why Files), camping/outdoor shows, football, documentaries, and generally left‑leaning news like CNN or ABC. How does that sound?*
  Sounds good

  Okay sometimes

  Not for me

• Sharing common spaces

• If others want something different on TV or in shared areas, are you okay taking turns or compromising?*
  Yes

  Sometimes

  No

• Waiting & sharing support

• If another resident needs help first, can you usually wait a short time for the caregiver?*
  Yes

  Sometimes

  No

• Typical Daily Support Needs

• On a typical day, which of the following activities do you currently receive or expect to receive help with? (Please be honest and check all that apply.)*
  Preparing meals

  Feeding myself/help eating meals

  Taking medications

  Housekeeping or laundry

  Getting to doctor appointments or errands

  Walking/moving around the house

  Getting up from a chair or bed

  Dressing or personal grooming

  Bathing/showering (in addition to a tub transfer bench)

  Bathroom/toileting assistance

  I mostly do everything on my own

  Other:

• Gardening & outdoor spaces

• The home has a garden/yard area. Are you comfortable helping with light outdoor tasks occasionally (watering plants, basic maintenance, etc.)?*
  Yes

  Sometimes

  No

• Meals

• Meals are typically prepared in the shared kitchen. Are you okay eating meals in a shared dining area and occasionally helping with meal prep?*
  Yes

  Sometimes

  No

• Medications

• Medications may be organized for residents by the caregiver. Are you comfortable following a schedule with assistance?*
  Yes

  Sometimes

  No

• Pets

• There may be small, friendly pets in the home. Are you okay living with them?*
  Yes

  Sometimes

  No

• Medicaid & healthcare

• Do you currently have Medicaid or other coverage for home support services?*
  Yes

  No

• Rent

• Rent is shared in the home. Are you comfortable with a monthly rent arrangement in a shared household?*
  Yes

  Maybe

  No

• Anything else

• Please share any additional information or special considerations you would like us to know:

• Name

• Your full name:*

• Email

• Your email address:*

Thanks for taking a few minutes to share your answers! We’ll only contact you if this home seems like a good fit.