Top Dog Foundation

Senior dogs are often ignored when people adopt, but they make great experienced companions for people of any age. Rescue a senior dog and let ’em teach you a few new tricks. For more information on adopting a senior fellow visit  www.topdogfoundation.org  or call 952-353-2122.

Computer Solutions for Older Adults

Computer Solutions for Older Adults

We provide:

• Free answers over the phone (within reason),
• Help in choosing a computer,
• Computer tune-up and back-up,
• Comtomized computer training(1-1 or in groups),
• Help with setting up personal email accounts and contact lists,
• Computer systems security,
• Cellphone and computer synchronization,
• Internet connection and access,
• Computer repair, and repair of printers, scanners, and speaker problems,
• Organizational help with computer files, family photos, and games,
• Help you to create a “FACEBOOK” account so you can stay in touch with your loved ones and friends,
• Remove viruses and spyware.

Our Advanced Serices Include:

• Full scale computer system analysis, upgrades, and maintenance,
• Customize computer configurations,
• Diagnose, troubleshootm and repair
• PC system Networking and security,
• Safeguard your computer from viruses, worms, spams, hackers, and spyware,
• Optimize computer performance,
• Resolve complex computer problems,
• Automate backup and recoery system,
• Socail media took setup, such as “SKYPE”

 We offer free compute seminars to interested groups at residential communities.

Market Rate Rentals, Independent Living

Market Rate Rentals — Apartments and Townhomes

“Market rate” means that a housing unit is paid for by rent, in the same way as any apartment. A lease is signed that states the monthly rent for a period of time and at the end of the lease the landlord can increase the rent. Apartment sizes can vary greatly. Studios and efficiencies are available to 1, 2, and 3+ bedroom apartments with one or more bathrooms. Complexes may offer several different versions of an apartment and costs can vary by adding a bathroom, sunroom, square footage, or view. Costs can also be affected by the addition of services, (if any are available) such as meals. Usually there are very few services (more…)

Ownership Options for Downsizing

Condominium and Townhome Housing

In condominium and townhome ownership residents hold the title to the unit in which they live, but common property such as halls, club house, parking garage and etc. are held jointly by all residents. A major difference between townhome and condominium ownership is that townhome residents own the land their unit occupies and condominium owners do not. Condominium residents own the land jointly. For both condominium and townhome owners, mortgages and taxes  (more…)

Market Rate Rentals: Housing with Services

Housing with Services

Market rate rental housing offering two or more supportive services is similar to other market rate rentals where you pay a monthly fee to occupy a space. Typically, there is a deposit with a one year lease and at the end of the lease, the rent increases. Rentals offering services may include the cost for services in the rent or they may be purchased a-la-carte. If you are a person who likes to winter in Arizona, you will want to consider how the services are paid for, in the rent or separately. You may also be able to purchase a package of services and they usually have different packages available, so you can chose the one that best suits your needs. (more…)