Look into getting up to date assistant living homes we can afford in Va.
Why is this important?
Since I moved to Va. from Maine 4 years ago, I have discovered assistant living in the Shanandoah area is way off middle class income for the rates they are charging. For example within 50 miles radius from Harrisonburg, Va. the average cost is $2,200.00 or above per month. The average income for middle class retiree is $15,000.00 yearly. How can someone afford to live in a assistant living home at that rate? I also took a survey in Maine before I left and visited some of the homes where the price rage from $1,200.00 to $1,500.00/month and they look like a palace as compared to the ones I saw locally at the same rate. I am an independent voter but wonder how this can be happening in Va? It is such a beautiful state to retire in and the weather is so much better than Maine especially when you are older and retired. We hear all the time that Republicans are for the rich and the Democrats are for the poor and middle class. Maine has been a Democratic state for years and in Va. I really don't know for sure what party has dominated the state. Is that the reason for this shameful situation existing? Would appreciate your input in this matter at your convenience. Thank you.
