Why are seniors taking in roommates?

Seniors taking in roommates are usually looking to offset rising monthly costs, like property tax, insurance, and general upkeep, without giving up a home they are otherwise attached to. It can also address companionship or having someone else around for daily support. For some, downsizing to a smaller home ends up being the more practical long-term choice instead. Brian Beatty walks seniors through both options honestly rather than assuming one is automatically better.