housing
(houz“ing)
one or more buildings where people live.
congregate housing
a living arrangement for healthy older adults in which residents live in their own apartments and may take their meals in
a common dining room, with various opportunities for socialization with other residents. Housekeeping and maintenance services
are provided, but health maintenance services are scheduled independently by the residents. Called also independent living facilities.

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