Who Qualifies for Residency?

At Next Step Independent Living, we strive to offer safe, stable, and supportive housing to individuals who are ready to live independently in a shared home environment. While we are not a medical facility or long-term care center, we welcome residents who meet basic criteria and are seeking an affordable, community-based living option in Metro Atlanta.

Basic Eligibility Requirements:

To qualify for housing at Next Step Independent Living, applicants must:

  • Be 30 years of age or older or a veteran

  • Be able to perform activities of daily living (ADLs) independently

  • Have a stable monthly income (employment, Social Security, veterans’ benefits, etc.)

  • Be willing to live in a shared, community environment

  • Be drug- and alcohol-free (mandatory drug-free environment)

  • Be free of behaviors that pose a threat to themselves or others

  • Be able to manage their own medications and personal hygiene

  • Be willing to comply with house rules, curfews, and shared space guidelines

  • Complete an intake assessment and agree to other verification screenings

  • Be medically stable and oriented to person, place, and time

  • Be capable of independent living and not need 24-hour care to carry out activities of daily living  

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Ready to Apply?

If you or someone you know may qualify for our program, we encourage you to get started today:

  • Call Tody to Schedule a Free Assessment

  • Join Our Waitlist (if rooms are not currently available)

  • Complete our Resident Intake Form for quick submission.

We’re here to help guide you through the process with care, respect, and urgency.

Required Documents for Intake:

  • Government-issued ID or proof of identity

  • Proof of income (pay stub, award letter, benefits documentation, etc.)

  • Any applicable medical or case management documentation

  • Completed application and intake interview