There's a Prince George Council of Seniors housing information coordinator at the Seniors Resource Centre who will be able to answer questions for those 55 years and older about the local housing market.
Susan Tapp will be at the office at 721 Victoria St. and is ready to answer all kinds of questions.
One-on-one Tapp will help people navigate the assisted living, complex care route, SAFER (shelter aid for elderly renters) and BC Housing applications.
Tapp will be a resource for those who need a guiding hand when it comes to relocation planning including information about landlords, caretakers and building managers, where accessible or pet-friendly housing can be found, what's available that's close to bus stops and which grants are available to people who wish to stay in their own homes for as long as possible.
To find out what else might need to be addressed for seniors looking for housing options there is an open dialogue session scheduled for Oct. 29 at the River Bend activity centre, 1444-20th Ave., from 1 to 3 p.m.
Tapp wants to get creative and find out what housing options are missing in the community.
"Let's think outside the box," Tapp said. Maybe there's seniors who are living alone who might want another senior as a house mate, Tapp suggested.
Maybe there's other options that need to be shared and considered.
The housing information coordinator position was made possible by a Ministry of Health grant provided through the Northern Health Authority.
For more information about the program or to make an appointment call 250-552-2820.
