Independence, Next Door · Independence Housing Check
A home of their own, planned the right way.
For New England families planning a home for an adult child, or a teen getting close, who will need ongoing support. Six short steps return a state-specific family housing plan you can download and share.
About 4 minutes. "Not sure" is always a fine answer.
We tailor the plan to the family's situation. Pick the closest fit.
Where is the home?
Your state decides which agency, benefits rules and ADU law apply. The street address is optional.
What is your timeline?
Day-to-day life
Describe the support the home needs to work around, in plain words. No medical terms, and no diagnosis.
How much day-to-day support is needed?
Who provides that support now, or will?
What should the home be good at? (choose any)
The paperwork picture
A separate legal unit can change how benefits and programs work. These answers shape the plan's first steps. "Not sure" is fine.
Receives SSI (Supplemental Security Income)Or has applied
Has or is waiting for a housing voucherSection 8 or a state voucher
Eligible for state developmental servicesYour state's adult services agency
A special needs trust is in place
There is a written plan for after the parentsSuccessor guardian, trustee, letter of intent
The property
A quick snapshot. The full Feasibility Check covers your town's rules later.
What kind of home is it?
Do you own it and live there?
Town sewer or septic?
Where could a home go?
Any type in mind? (optional)
Where should we send your plan?
Your family housing plan appears on the next screen with a PDF to download. A copy goes to our office so a real person can answer questions.
What we send to The ADU Exchange office: your contact details and the answers on this page, including the support and paperwork answers. Nothing else. We never ask about a diagnosis, and we never sell or share your information.
No diagnosis, everThe check asks about support and the home, not about the person's condition.
Education, not adviceBenefits and legal steps are explained, then handed to professionals you choose.
Families never payThe check, the plan and the program guides are free.
Next: the right people at the table
Bring your plan to the professionals you choose.
Builders, lenders who understand trusts, and attorneys who advertise in The ADU Exchange Ecosystem. You choose who to call.
