Living arrangements for older people

Where you live and who you live with often changes as you get older. This fact sheet has information for older Western Australians about why it is important to get advice before you decide what your living arrangements will be and about how Legal Aid WA can help.

What accommodation options are there for older people?

There are many accommodation options for older people and you have the right to choose where you want to live.

Some options are:

  • staying in your own home

  • downsizing to a smaller home

  • moving to a retirement village

  • moving into a granny flat with your family

  • moving into a residential aged care facility