I lived in an accessible, subsidized apartment for 15 years, in Tempe, AZ. I
was within rolling distance of AZ State University, and I got my degree from
there. I lived alone in the small apartment but had caregivers that came in
the morning and at night [and were a phone call away if I needed them during
the day.] I also developed a network of friends that were willing to help me.
Once I got a degree and found a job I was able to purchase a townhome in Tempe,
and one of my friends became a live-in caregiver. My caregiver gets paid by AZ
Long-Terms Care, which is under our state's Medicaid programs called Arizona
Health Care Cost Containment System [AHCCCS.] We have a program here in AZ
called "Freedom to Work" which allows me to work full time and still receive my
Medicaid, while only paying a small premium (I pay $30/month.) It's a great
program.
So, I have a live-in caregiver, my own accessible home, and everything works
out prety well.
Don Price
c5-6
Tempe, AZ
