#Dog Rental Application

[hellosubtledesigns]

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[leolaroot]

its been a year since i submitted my disability application that got shot down and my cardiologist hasnt contacted me for a followup to our appointment from *checks watch* March yet. and my parents never stop talking about moving. so thats why im looking at jobs and rentals listings. why isnt there a single job in the world where you can sit down and have a dog there and not do customer service/front desk work.

[museum-spaces]

Oh nerds, I have had a week of a week. Frist off; house keeping. I got the job in Vancouver and my last day at Camel Town was yesterday. I start in Van in 7 days.

Now for my week of weeks,

While still interviewing find the Perfect Place to live. A 2 bedroom condo in my price range available in time for my start date. Stop looking for other places.

Get job offer, tell new landlord to move forward, get emails from his rental company, look up rental company and see it is a real one that exists.

Make plans with Sister to transport Ianto and I to Vancouver. Sister's partner takes a day off work to help.

Send deposit of 3400CAD to rental company [deposit consists of 1 month rent 1700, and two damage deposits - one for Ianto -totalling 1700]. Normal and legal in Canada. Most places just ask for one of the deposits but not illegal.

Do all that by Friday [9th]

Walking Ianto at 6;30am on Monday 12th - 4 days before planned move in date - and get email from rental company asking for another deposit of 3400 as 'insurance' because they have been 'having issues with transactions from Canada and the United States'. Will not send keys and paperwork before getting the additional funds.

Think for a minute and reply something like 'Landlord and I agreed on 3400, which you have just confirmed you received. Please send the keys etc asap.'

Alarmingly quickly Landlord [not company] emails me to say company got in touch with him and this is their policy. He will give me 20 per cent off rent for first 6 months if I just send the money. [This is the first red flag I actually notice]. I replythat I am moving in 4 days and if the transaction takes as long as the first one, I won't have anywhere to live but be out a fuckton of money.

Calll my parents. It's 6;30 in BC but they are visiting Ontario where its 9;30. Not worried about waking them. Mum immediately offers to transfer the money for me because part of the issue is that I have to move money around to get that much which takes up to 48 hours. I cut her off and say 'I feels scammy' which dad agrees with.

Dad is a retired real estate agent, gets in contact with folk in BC a few hours later while I go to work and freak out [had already packed my anxiety meds... not fun]. Turns out 'Landlord' doesn't have title for the condo.

Also Rental Company email is very obvious fake. I googled the company but didn't check the email. Like a fool.

Tell 'landlord' that I cannot move that amount of money in the time allotted and would like my deposit back please [didn't expect to get it back but... its the presidency.]

Looked for another rental. Found one that wasn't dog friendly. Ianto is a service dog but is not yet certified to BC standards. Thought I'd give it a shot anyway. Called and was very frank; just got scammed, moving at end of week for work, have a dog. She gave me a short list of other rentals she knew accept dogs because she could not allow Ianto before his test.

Contacted a few, Ianto was too big for a few, filled out an application to one, and got a virtual tour set up for the other [this takes us to Tuesday].

Tuesday email my contact at job in Vancouver to let her know that I might not be able to start on the 22nd because no home. She [witn permission] then contacts my board to let them know. One has a line on an apartment.

Discover my mattress is very mouldy.

Application denied with no option to contest, virtual tour cancelled because property manager got sick and couldn't reschedule until this coming Monday.

Call my bank about the scam. They start an investigation which will take about 10 days and cancel my debit card because... I don't know. [bringing us to the end of Wednesday]

Application to board member's suggestion accepted. Need to pay the down payment which is just one of the damage deposits. They take in-person payments or money orders. Because my card is currently... gone. I cannot do online or app banking. Would have to do in-person or phone. Nearest branch to me is 2 hours away by car and I don't drive. Try calling. It takes over an hour to discover that because of the investigation I cannot get a money order done via the phone. Because that would be too easy.

Call my parents - they were busy - texted my brother. Asking both if they could help. Brother puts me in contact with his partner who would have their car tomorrow at the same time my parents offer to do a money order for me. Get the address etc from new rental company [legit]. Send confirmation.

Move in date is [probably] Saturday.

So, a very week of a week if I do say so myself and it's not over yet. I need to finish packing still [wall art, blankets, the last of Ianto's stuff and odds-and-ends]. Still need to get there. Chance the Money Order won't get there in time - as it has to go from Ontario to BC and tomorrow is Friday. but... Better position by miles than on Monday.

There is a small chance my bank can get my money back but.... Unlikely and it was a painful lot of money to say the least.

[afterthegoldrushes]

i need to put in my two weeks notice but the only reason i havent yet is bc what if my rental application gets denied or what if the roommate im replacing decides to stay last minute what if a thousand things go wrong in two weeks and i end up not being able to move. bc i just cant believe that good things are going to really happen to me i guess. and then id have to come back and beg like a dog for my stupid job back that i dont even like.

[mandana-the-service-pup]

We’ve completed three levels of application for this rental house and I think we might get it so I’m going to post a few pictures.

It’s a three bedroom house on one level. No carpet. It has a really nice kitchen, small garage, porch, big back yard with healthy trees, gas fireplace, and other nice features. The neighborhood is kind of cramped but it’s safe and conveniently located (closer to the dog training center and parks so that’s nice) We got to meet one of the neighbors who was a nice lady recently widowed and all the things she complained about are no big deal for us. The only thing we don’t love is that the backyard has poison ivy and there’s only one small bathroom which needs a deep cleaning but those are things we can fix.

I’m not going to show a picture of the front but it’s a cute cottage asthetic with a well-kept side walk and little areas for a flower garden.

We were one of the first to view it and apply so fingers crossed. Housing is super competitive here.

[costcomembership]

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[stlivingla]

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[luulapants]

Stuff I learned in pet rescue

I used to foster dogs and ran application screenings for a dog and cat rescue, and I’ll admit it left me pretty jaded about pet culture in general. Here’s some things I learned:

People regularly claim they are rehoming a pet or their pet “unexpectedly” had kittens/puppies - but expect you to pay an adoption fee - as a cover for unlicensed dog breeding or even pet theft and resale. Don’t buy pets from individuals you don’t know. Go to a rescue.

Animal hoarding is more common than you think and doesn’t always look like a TLC special. If you can’t adequately care for them all while maintaining a sanitary home, you’re an animal hoarder. Hoarders love animals and are preoccupied with the idea of animals being put down if they don’t “save” them. Most do not believe they are animal hoarders and will argue that it’s different in their case.

Most people who have large and/or sporting breed dogs should not have them. Some breeds need miles-long runs every day. Some need a job. If you can’t provide the level of activity/engagement the dog needs, you should not have that dog. I will die on this hill.

Most behavioral issues in large dogs are because the dogs aren’t adequately exercised or engaged.

“Demon” small dogs are a thing because people don’t train them. If you don’t train a husky, it will destroy your house. If you don’t train a chihuahua, it can’t do that much damage but it WILL become a demon.

Don’t get a dog or cat unless you’re prepared for that really expensive vet bill. Yes, that excludes a fuckton of people. Sorry, if you’re paycheck-to-paycheck, you should not get a dog or cat. Assume there will be a $2k vet bill. Once it comes, there will be more. Many animals are in rescues because their owners surrendered them due to vet bills.

If you're renting, only get pets that will be accepted at most rentals. Your current place might allow that many cats or a dog that big, but if you have to move, you may suddenly find yourself unable to find housing that allows your pets. Again, this leads to owner surrenders.

There is no good reason to get a pet anywhere but a rescue/shelter. “But you never know if they have issues!” You don’t know that about the puppy from the breeder either. Any dog can have health issues. That’s how health works. “But I want this specific breed!” Find a specific rescue for that breed or wait for one to show up in the shelter. Or just suck it up and get a mutt - they’re usually smarter and healthier anyway. So-called “ethical” breeders aren’t actually regulated in any meaningful way. Plus, you can’t convince me that it’s ever ethical to pay hundreds or thousands to someone who creates more pets on purpose when there are pets already here that need homes.

[tygerbug]

Oh, I have some apartment-rental stories that I am not making up. Let me just smoosh them all together as one.

You'll never get your security deposit back. This equals one or two months of rent. (Free space)

You will never own a home but your rent will be exponentially higher than the mortgage for someone who does own one. Utilities not included. Must have a job paying 3x rent, and references who can cosign. Either you or your cosigner must have assets in excess of 1 million dollars.

Must not work from home or be present in the apartment at any time. Must be under observation at all times. Loud upstairs neighbors. No fridge. $1200 convenience to turn on utilities. This will never be explained but it's not worth the time to fight it.

Apartment listing may be a scam. If you drive to this apartment or give them your information you will never be seen again. All listings will ask for a novel's worth of information about you, and a $100 application fee. You will not hear from most of them again.

Apartment conveniently located 2 hours drive from anywhere interesting. Your friends will never see you again. The coin laundry room has been out of order since 1993. Your neighbors, your eight roommates and local children will occasionally assault you and ask for any money we haven't taken yet. Sometimes there is hollering. Stay indoors when there's hollering.

A leaf blowing team is on hand, making noise any time you're trying to nap, and will cover your car in dirt four times a week. An entire family with two kids and a dog is living in the parking space next to you, in an SUV, but moves during daylight hours to avoid getting covered in dirt by the leaf blowing team.

Tap water has a nasty taste; advise boiling. You have eleven student housemates who play music and cook spicy food at all hours. Sometimes they have parties. Construction is somehow always going on. You discover after a month that they had a bedbug problem once and it never goes away. You will get kicked out so they can spray for bedbugs, or welcome students for the school year whom they have not told about the bedbugs. Bedbugs will follow you to the next apartment. You'll never get your security deposit back. (Free space)

Housemates and neighbors will blame you for all the problems they've ever had in life. Housemates will take your stuff if it's not bolted down. Housemates have loud all night parties three times a week. House is conveniently just a few feet away from an open-plan mental health facility so confused people who aren't fully dressed will just be wandering outside your door sometimes. Your housemates are also confused and wandering, and will be replaced once they've gone back to prison.

House is actually a family home, with two dozen people visiting including children and dogs. You have a shower curtain for privacy in a section of the living room just large enough for a mattress and nothing else. Entire family will be very confused that you're there at all, and even at night there is never quiet for more than 3 hours at a time. If you try to use the bathroom or shower you will be treated as an intruder in languages you don't speak.

Housemate A does not understand technology, will blame you for anything he can't get to work, and may barricade you in your room using duct tape and denim or whatever is on hand. If you have to pee, do it out your window as necessary. Housemate A may take you out for a drive then try to drown you, or corner you in the kitchen for a 2 hour talk about buying gold for the upcoming rapture apocalypse.

Housemate B claims to be a "Hollywood handyman." His job appears to be stealing garbage. He has nailed sharp, jagged garbage to every surface of the apartment and lives in a garbage pile. He will not let you sleep during daylight hours, or night hours. He will sometimes offer you food which tastes strongly of poison. He will offer you $50 for your car. You will say no. This car will then be destroyed in a mysterious accident which he will somehow be present for. He has Googled everything there is to know about you and thinks your skin will be a nice addition to his collection.

Housemate C has not been the same since the "accident" and will sometimes get violent and attempt to charge your door like a stampeding bull. Keep the door locked and wait it out while the cops come. The cops will bully you. Housemate D will throw things at you and say she has family who will end your life today. Housemate E is perpetually stoned and dreams of Hollywood. She has security cameras in every corner of the trailer. (You all live in a trailer.) The air conditioning is insufficient.

Neighbors are armed antivaxxers flying a Confederate flag. You have to drive to the next state to even find a grocery store. Your housemate is a felon. He's fine, but you'll be forced to leave when they force him to leave.

Housemate F claims he's a very important man in this town, with lots of connections. He winks when he says this. It will become clear that he's in the KKK, and that you're likely to "go missing" once he realizes you're not. Has long nightly conversations with the other housemates on the porch that you're expected to attend. Bigoted against all minorities, mostly listens to rap music. Bigoted against all LGBT people, mostly wears women's leggings. The sparkly kind.

Housemate H drinks fourteen beers a day and sleeps without a mattress on a pile of garbage on the floor. All his friends are heavy drug users and he will become increasingly paranoid about the fact that you aren't, and that you're trying to clean this place and keep it clean. He will eventually request a month's rent in advance as a pretext for throwing you out.

Housemates I and J have allowed their two dozen cats to urinate on every surface of the apartment. For rent they'll swipe your credit card with their own card reader, and keep the number so they can keep using your credit card number for all their purchases, for months, long after you've left, until you can get it changed.

Housemates are young men who do not wash their dishes, and have left them piling up in the sink for six months or a year, however long they've been there. You will never forget the smell for as long as you live.

Housemate K is a confused old man whose cats have been shitting in one specific room since the 90s. This is where you'll be staying. There is a giant pile of shit next to your bed, some of which is now very old. It is now too late to make other arrangements; nothing is open in this county past sundown. Do not eat anything he feeds you.

Housemates L and M are a couple who are currently trying to murder one another. This is loud, and violent, and taking place in the room where you are spending most of your time. This will quiet down for awhile when either one of them becomes unconscious or dead. Do not get involved.

I've been scared to share most of these stories, in case it gets back to the people I'm talking about, but it's been long enough that I'll just pretend this is funny. I have PTSD from all of this.

[city-of-longevity]

Innovation against isolation and loneliness and the role of cities.

Nic Palmarini, Director, UK's National Innovation Centre for Ageing.

The four horsemen vs. the wonder drug.

We know very well who are the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse who - typically in late adulthood - come banging on the door of our lives and who amount to over 80% of deaths in people over 50 who do not smoke: Atherosclerotic disease (comprised of cardiovascular disease and cerebrovascular disease), Cancer, Neurodegenerative disease (Alzheimer's disease being the most common) "Foundational disease", a spectrum of everything hyperinsulinemia to insulin resistance to fatty liver disease to type 2 diabetes.

We know just as well that to counter them, besides the science on which the redeeming business model of cure is based, there is only one actual wonder drug: prevention. The literature is vast and consolidated on choices and virtuous behaviours: sleeping well, staying active, a balanced diet, keeping the mind engaged and sustained by a purpose, and a strong network of relationships.

On the first four aspects, much technology has made its fortune in recent years by exploiting the mobile + IoT boom boosted by increasingly effective and sophisticated machine learning systems thanks to the mass of data generated by us, with thousands of applications combined with sensors to measure performance, metabolism, stress or the level of attention, in other words, our quantified self. Much less, however, has been done to help us live 'with' and 'in' a society whose social and economic dynamics are prone to exacerbate phenomena such as isolation and loneliness. It must be admitted social connection - the structure, function, and quality of our relationships with others - is still an underappreciated contributor to individual and population health, community safety, resilience, and prosperity.

Technology-supported innovation solutions have mainly focused on care - formal or informal - led by the American trailblazers (the historic Papa and Honor, the now defunct Heroes, and the rising star CareYaya), which have inspired hundreds of start-ups all over the world that have literally copied their logic and services, and then declined some aspects of it until arriving at the various' grandchildren rental' we have in Italy. A mainly "care-like" approach, we were saying. Without forgetting the founding pillars of Apple, Meta, Google, and Amazon - the enablers of the digital dynamics of relationships - who invest in innovation to promote relationship, engagement, participation, and inclusion?

In fact, the first question would be: what kind of society finds itself renting grandchildren to make up for its lack of essential interaction? To answer - however superficially and without opening what would be a necessary chapter on the founding values of each culture - we are obliged to refer to an 'advanced Western society', even in its relational decline. It is no coincidence, in fact, that grandchildren rentals are the clone of what, eight years ago, it seems like a geological era, Chuck McCarthy observed in Los Angeles as a dramatic social phenomenon and - to that - responded with The People Walker [1].

Faced with the emergence of the isolation of men and women in the inner cities as well as in the suburbs of middle-class America, and well before the phenomenon was amplified by a devastating event such as the COVID-19 pandemic, McCarthy accompanied hundreds of strangers on foot for thousands of miles walking people who were isolated in their home and without anybody to have a walk with, to earn a few extra bucks and get himself out of the house more too.

"Twice a week for the past month, I've paid an underemployed actor $30 an hour to walk me through the hills of L.A. like a Labrador. Chuck McCarthy isn't a dog walker, though; he's a people walker."

Attesting to a cultural difference between the smooth social fabric of U.S. megacities where larger cities are basically two-tiered (a wealthy downtown professional class relies on inexpensive labourers who can't afford to live near their workplace or drive a car; who are forced into long commutes creating a sort of a social vacuum) and that of old Europe is as obvious as it is necessary.

Europe, particularly Italy, has a profoundly different urban context, population distribution and social fabric. Without going into the merits of factors such as population density per square kilometre or the role of the Church, one fact suffices: in Italy, among people aged 75 and over, 51% live no more than one kilometre from their nearest child and 20% live with them. Only 8.9% have no children and live alone, and only 0.9% have children far away abroad[1]. And yet, even though this figure is all in all an exceptional dimension, isolation is a phenomenon that - in the face of a society that is progressively older, urbanized and increasingly enveloped in the violent polarization of its digi-social loops - shows all its disturbing pervasiveness.

Isolation and loneliness are not the same thing.

Social isolation and loneliness are often cited as one Siamese brothers, inextricably linked. But they are not the same thing.

We have often associated old age with loneliness out of principle or narrative convenience because, all things considered, it is more effective and easier to narrate. Loneliness is a feeling that develops when there's a perceived difference between desired and actual levels of social interaction, meaning, and relationships. Loneliness is a subjective state and more easily strikes the imagination because it appeals to that feeling we all know well, that fear we all had as children when, for a second, we lost sight of the reassuring face of mum or dad. We felt lost, abandoned, and deprived of that need for care that accompanies puppies of all species like the whole life suddenly has no meaning. We felt lonely. Imagining an older man alone strikes at the heart because it strikes at our childhood self.

And so, we talk about the 'pandemic of loneliness', not distinguishing it from isolation, which instead refers to social relationships, social roles, group membership and the social interactions that ensue. Not only that, isolation relates to not only 'presence' but also to inclusion. Its form is, therefore, more insidious and more challenging to portray. People living alone can still feel content with their level of social activity, and people physically surrounded by others can still feel lonely and disconnected.

The relationship between isolation and loneliness is dynamic and interconnected, where one dimension contributes to triggering the other with often devastating consequences. But the triggering process seems straightforward. An observational Harvard study published in SSM–Population Health sought to find out if one problem might be more dangerous than the other. Researchers analysed the health data of almost 14,000 people (ages 50 or older) who were followed for four years. Both loneliness and isolation were associated with poor health outcomes. But, social isolation was a stronger predictor of physical decline and early death. Loneliness was more predictive of mental health issues, such as depression or feeling that life had no meaning[2].

In ancient times, humans relied on social bonding and communication with others for "mutual aid and protection"; becoming socially isolated was essentially a risk to one's survival and almost a sentence to death. Today, we have enough data to give dimension to the evidence that common sense has always suggested. The lack of social connection poses a significant risk to individual health and longevity. “Loneliness and social isolation increase the risk of premature death by 26% and 29%, respectively. More broadly, lacking social connection can increase the risk of premature death. In addition, poor or insufficient social connection is associated with an increased risk of disease, including a 29% increased risk of heart disease and a 32% increased risk of stroke. Furthermore, it is associated with an increased risk for anxiety, depression, and dementia. Additionally, the lack of social connection may increase susceptibility to viruses and respiratory illness”[3].

Although these data refer to late adulthood, which is the subject of our interest on this occasion, to think that loneliness and social isolation are phenomena of old age is a distortion, again, driven by common stereotypes such as thinking of young age as that of lightness, carefreeness, social relations and therefore free from the phenomena of disconnection and participation. We know very well that this is not the case, and recent data, in some worlds, suggested by the Pandemic, have indeed shown us the extent and seriousness of these phenomena for the younger generations with a particular risk of social isolation not only experienced but also simply perceived.

These include and are amplified by changes in peer development, autonomy development, identity exploration, cognitive maturation, social perspective development, and physical maturation. This is baggage whose weight then spills over throughout life with consequences that are still difficult to measure objectively longitudinally but which to ignore would be a colossal mistake both contextually and prospectively. It, therefore, becomes clear that in the face of this scenario, social isolation and the resulting risk of loneliness no longer represent a mere contextual dimension to the horsemen of the apocalypse: they are often its initiator and silent accelerator.

Innovation means fighting the root causes.

As we usually do, addicted to a pathology-centric and cure-centric model (the current medical and pharmacological business model), we focus on the effects with little interest in the causes. If we do not focus on the causes, in fact, not only do we content ourselves with promoting palliative forms whose efficacy is yet to be proven (least of all, in this case, the idea of a 'magic pill' that 'cures' isolation or loneliness makes sense) but we also actually limit the development of that innovation capable of suggesting system solutions instead of praesidium solutions.

In our analysis of root causes, 'Loss' appears to be the main trigger factor[4].

Loss of physical and mental ability: Health issues can limit one's ability to attend and participate in social activities with others;

Loss of family and friends: Social networks naturally shrink over time if not maintained, eventually leading to isolation;

Loss of professional identity: Many underestimate retirement's emotional impact from the sudden reduction of daily social interactions;

Loss of recognition in media and market: Aging stereotypes perpetuate older adult portrayals as dependent on others and non-contributing;

Loss of social status: The concept of ageing often becomes associated with loss of social status, recognition, and value;

Loss of a purpose in life: Difficulty in finding purpose after retirement can be an isolating experience that drives societal disconnect;

Therefore, if we want to stimulate system innovation, we must ensure that any solution designed to mitigate loneliness and isolation must target the underlying cause – loss. And like treating similar devastating physical ailments like heart disease and diabetes, the most effective solutions support identification and preventative action.

To prevent loss and keep older adults connected and engaged in their communities, we must re-think many aspects of society, from employment to education, transportation, housing and more. Researchers, advocacy groups, and public health workers need better tools to aggregate and mine data, identify at-risk people and communities, and deploy interventions more quickly. And when loss does occur, older adults need tools and support to build and enhance their social capital in the same way they might nurture financial capital. Serving older adults involves many stakeholders – family, caregivers, healthcare practitioners, and social workers – all of whom want to work in a more connected way but lack the underlying structure or tools to do so. 

Currently, there's no effective or accurate way to screen for isolation or loneliness – no standard tool or protocols exist. Loneliness can often hide in plain sight as it often presents with other conditions such as poverty or depression. And in North America and northern Europe, cultures that can place a high value on independence and stoicism, there's a real stigma to admitting to loneliness and an unwillingness to seek help.

There is also a pervasive assumption that older adults are reluctant to use technology, but did we ask them? Did we provide a meaningful, usable, accessible technology for them?

Abstract from Loneliness and aging: Navigating an enduring crisis [6]

As usual, where we see an issue related to ageing, we should also be open-minded enough to see the opportunity since - given the global economic system in which our society is rooted - the only way to reduce inequalities and scale solutions that can help a broader population is to identify the opportunities for the potential stakeholders. Which might not be "the usual suspects". There is enormous opportunity across multiple sectors, and no one industry or organisation will have a "magic button" for this issue – instead, the best solutions will cut across industry silos, from universities working with communities to create inter-generational housing for students and seniors, to telecom providers working with electronics vendors on virtual town-square projects, to self-driving vehicles – whose more enthusiastic audience may be older adults, because the reward to risk ratio is so high. The potential of cognitive and IoT technologies to deliver data integration, personalisation, natural language processing and scalability will be essential to support these solutions.

How do we create a new kind of village?

Three main questions can drive innovation:

Even if isolation and loneliness can happen in every context – a crowded condo, a school room, a dance hall, a public park in a village or a neighbourhood -it is also true that we are part of the global urbanization trend that suggests that the "new kind of village" described before resembles more and more to cities.

For the first time in human history, in 2008, most of the world's population was living in urban rather than rural contexts, and rapid global urbanization means cities are the dominant environment in which we will live not only as younger people but also into later life. Cities are the symbolic and physical representation of the intersection of our cognitive, affective, and behavioural components and the highest expression of the evolution of our intelligence and social systems we have created.

This – seems an unstoppable trend – makes cities more exposed to the consequences of age-related social and demographic changes, the different stages of individual human experience and social interaction. "With more complex social composition and variation in living standards, and the greater degree of human design and initiative that their functioning requires (for example, in terms of mobility, digital environment and built environment), they have the potential to help us accelerate the understanding of not only how we mitigate, adapt, or manage changes in society but also proactively influence it and transform from passive, adaptive, assisting containers, to being active tools for our through life well-being, health - our longevity. Cities have a fundamental role and clear opportunity to suggest forward proposals rather than reactive responses to living longer, better lives, with better social circumstances and sustainable, economic growth"[2].

Benjamin Barber and others have suggested that cities could succeed in various areas of public life where nation-states have struggled to make progress.

"The challenge of democracy in the modern world has been how to join participation, which is local, with power, which is central. The nation-state once did the job, but recently, it has become too large to allow meaningful participation even as it remains too small to address centralised global power… The solution stands before us… Let cities, the most networked and interconnected of all our political associations, defined above all by collaboration and pragmatism by creativity and multi-culture, do what states cannot."[9]

Furthermore, "City and local governments are in a prime position to tackle the social determinants of health because of the breadth of their responsibilities over a defined geographical area, with powers cutting across different areas of public policy. This ability to take a place-based approach is important because of the way that health needs and outcomes are distributed spatially. In most cities, the greatest levels of need are concentrated in neighbourhoods where poverty levels are highest and social outcomes are poorest. Improving health outcomes in these areas requires multi-sectoral action and leadership from those with an overarching responsibility for place"[4]. Most of the actions taken by city governments impact the health of citizens, and most of that is not about health care per se but about transport systems, urban design, planning and all the other functions and tools that city governments have at their disposal.

It is a mistake to think of the city as a unicum. There is a central government of the city, which is what we need to strategically direct policies. Still, the city is an aggregate of villages, of communities with such specific peculiarities that they have repercussions on the health and lives of citizens. Take London, for example. The highest life expectancy for both women is in Kensington and Chelsea, with 84.1 for men and 87.9 for women. The lowest life expectancy is found in Barking and Dagenham for both men (77.0 years) and women (81.7 years). This makes it a whole seven years less than in Kensington for male residents. The next lowest was Greenwich, Newham and Lewisham. Healthy life expectancy for women ranges from 57.8 years in Tower Hamlets to 70.1 years in Wandsworth. In contrast, for men, life expectancy ranges from 58.1 years in Barking and Dagenham to 70.2 in Richmond upon Thames[5]. It is clear that while London is narrated and imagined as the city we all know for the Big Ben or Piccadilly Circus, it is also evident that it is made by so many different nuances so well described by data on healthy life expectancy.

So, in these contexts, we must develop innovation policies to combat isolation and loneliness, but with a central government that identifies a common goal, which can only be the health-adjusted life expectancy of its citizens or HALE. In the recent past, for too long, we have focused on measuring life expectancy tout-court. Still, the transition we are experiencing from an ageing society to a longevity society requires us to imagine policies and services that aim to create not only a citizenry that lives long but does so healthily. I will not dwell on why this is a crucial step, as I would like to emphasize how this must become the pivotal' policy effectiveness' objective to be shared between city departments.

Every single initiative, from a more effective sewage system to the redesign of public transport to speed limits in city centres, must always and in any case be contextualized and measured against its corresponding 'Return in Healthy Longevity'. Suppose we establish this KPI as our focus. In that case, we can not only easily understand where to prioritize our interventions (perhaps Chelsea can be placed in the queue compared to Tower Hamlet) but also more quickly understand the drivers of the reasons for such a difference. Economic and social factors (per capita income and education) underlie these macro-differences but understanding "how" and "how much" these factors, along with all the other components that impact our health, influence isolation - which, as we have said, is probably the spark from which loneliness is amplified - is what can allow us to intervene quickly.

Historically, the moral thermostat of politics is fixed on a point somewhere between duty and prudence. Unhinging this dynamic is intrinsically complex, and perhaps the only way to do so is to unlock a basic principle, namely to formally acknowledge that, as we have said, no one industry or organization will have a 'silver bullet' for this issue, and therefore to involve each actor in a hybrid model not by offloading responsibility onto one another, but by coordinating interaction with one another and developing an ecosystem opposed to the current fragmented and partial one.

By leveraging data and technology to establish an absent shared screening and detection model. Who can tell if a person is isolated? How can we distinguish whether depression is caused by loneliness rather than by other factors? Who communicates the data with whom? Who cares to act? Just the usual charities or voluntary groups in the area? And even if so, can we systematize volunteering? Can we launch campaigns to combat the stigma associated with old age and the shared celebration of independence as a symbol of a healthy and progressive society? Are we sure that it is only up to the U.N. or a ministry to run such campaigns? Wouldn't it be more effective and pervasive if brands were the ones to convey this message?

Isolation and loneliness should be tackled with the same vigour we strive for a net-zero footprint. Where everyone is involved, where everyone offers joyful communications to keep our planet habitable. Where everyone sells an opportunity with a return on their investment, which is not merely social, it is economic. The opportunity for innovation is contextualized (mostly) in cities and concerns every business sector.

The city, the enabler of innovation.

It would seem, therefore, that the city bears most of the responsibility for the solutions and that it is up to central, local, and hyperlocal public administrations to find the investments and provide the tools to implement them. At least, this is how it should be in the welfare state that we have, perhaps at one point in history, idealised in an eternal debate between hyper-liberalism and the nanny state. This is a distorted representation. As Michael Lyons says: "The local government is not an agency responsible for delivering a specific set of statutory services. Rather, it is a government unit responsible for the well-being of a community and a place, and independent of, whilst also being connected to, the wider system of government".

 In other words, it is up to local (and hyper-local) governments not to deliver the solutions but to build the ecosystem in which they can be born, proliferate and resolve. A function of knowledge, promotion of evidence, prioritisation, and coordination. In an economic and social context, it is radically different from when many of the policies that are still in place today were designed. A context plagued by new forms of isolation and loneliness exacerbated by new social dynamics, digital ones above all. A context in which solutions based on the intelligent interpretation of data are no longer a possibility but the baseline on which to build solutions. This is what local authorities should do: indicate the priorities and where they are most urgent and stimulate the market to innovate. One example above all.

In 2011, Michele Vianello, Deputy Mayor of Venice, argued that "building a WIFI network in a municipality is not dissimilar to building a nursery or kindergarten"[6]. Compared to Vianello as a universal right of citizenship, Broadband access explains well which axes it can and should evolve. It is not very different from public school children's right to healthy nutrition. More data will become available if the city increasingly moves its services to digital ones. This data can then be the basis for measures and effectiveness of our interventions.

Providing broadband access will be strategic and socially essential to provide access to services and receive feedback from citizens. Tel Aviv, Barcelona, Perth, Wellington, Osaka, Tallinn, Helsinki, Milan, or Leeds, Bradford, Oxford, Manchester, Salford, York, Edinburgh, Cardiff and Newport, all cities which have been equipped with free public Wi-Fi, are excellent examples. However, a lot more can be done from an infrastructural point of view (diffusion, and – moreover, speed and signal reliability), sharing with the public (access information) and usability (ease of access).

Since the risk is what Citizens Advice in the UK found: during the first lockdown, certain groups, including people with children, disabled people, people from Black, Asian or ethnic minority backgrounds, those who were shielding and young people were particularly struggling with their broadband bill. Towards the end of 2022, an estimated 2.3 million people had fallen behind on their broadband bill, according to the charity[7]. How can we suggest access to education, information, and data if we can't grant the bare access? How can we keep people connected? How can we prevent them from being at risk of total isolation (physically and digitally)? We know it might sound against any current market logic. Still, probably – following Vianello's provocation – it is time Telco provided free broadband access to people (at least those at risk? But, who are they? Is age the only KPI?) and develop services to sustain costs using data and technology to create low-cost systems for analysing isolation risk, or developing hybrid 'town squares' with increasingly customised community-based content, resources and services that can finally intelligently bring together the physical and digital, connecting places and people.

This is the innovation that the authorities should stimulate by involving all industries. From Electronics, Consumer Goods, & Retail to Target new markets with enhanced insight into consumer behaviour and preferences, to real estate providing novel inter-generational living solutions and empathic homes, to healthcare developing active screening for early signs of loneliness with integration to social services, to travel and transportation improving mobility with self-driving vehicles, offering new experiences with VR travel libraries or more intelligent shared services, to government and business redesigning retirement concepts and create new work and volunteer opportunities, to education offering new curriculum and skills training. These are just simple suggestions which are translated already into actions by companies like Getsetup, Rendever, Volunteroo, onHands, Virtual Leap, Start-Up for Seniors, Call and Check, CHC - Create Healthy Communities, Dorot, Civic Dollars, Informetis, VOICE, Centaur Robotics to name a few of dozens exploring alternative ways to engage older people in everyday life and combat isolation and loneliness as an ecosystem instead as a laser-focused solution.

However, it is not so much the output that interests us in this context as the city's role in becoming the epicentre of an ecosystem dedicated to sharing evidence and research, acting as an integrator and facilitating both the development of new solutions and their distribution to citizens. A striking example of how this flow has been implemented egregiously is that of New York State, where the director of the Office for the Aging, Greg Olsen, leads a task force that collaborates with accelerators, start-ups, federal offices and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - whose mission is 'Turning Discovery Into Health' - to interpret citizens' needs, interests, life patterns and risk of isolation and decline.

It is enough to realise how the State of New York and the City of New York are working jointly to bring innovation into people's homes for free. The agreement with New York and ElliQ, a voice-operated care companion designed to alleviate loneliness, empower independence and support people in taking control of their social, cognitive and physical well-being, is an example of the central role of cities in fostering innovation. ElliQ, one of the few products specifically designed for older adults who are living alone or spend most of their day alone, was on the market for almost a decade and only found its profitable go to market when it signed framework agreements with the State and the City of NY which were offering the entire technology free of charge to citizens selected by precise criteria based on data from local operators.

The results? In 2023, NYSOFA issued a report[8] showing a 95% reduction in loneliness and a significant improvement in well-being among older adults using the platform. ElliQ users throughout New York have also consistently demonstrated exceptionally high levels of engagement over time, interacting with their ElliQ over 30 times daily, six days a week. More than 75% of these interactions are related to improving the older adults' social, physical and mental well-being, not to mention giving ElliQ a revenue 'pipeline' to convince other investors to invest in the company and thus give it a chance to develop more and more sophisticated technologies based on Machine Learning that will benefit more and more people. These results have allowed to serve from about a thousand homes to over twenty thousand planned in the coming months. All are funded with the New York State budget as part of a package of programmes through NYSOFA to address social isolation and provide support for caregivers.

So, will the solution to isolation and loneliness be a cognitive robot in our homes? Of course not. It will be more cohesive and inclusive communities, city neighbourhoods redesigned in the spirit of Barcelona's Superilles, more effective tools to manage volunteering, programmes to engage commuters to be part of the social fabric around their Office and not only where they reside, campaigns to promote interdependence instead of stigmatising it, solutions to learn how to recognise isolation and identify it, harnessing local touch points as catalysts for engagement and - of course - it will also be technologies capable of being there when it is unfortunately impossible to do so in person.

Involving and selecting innovation in all its forms - digital, process, financial - having the courage to experiment with it and support it, helping it to prove its effectiveness: this, too, is the role of cities and their administrators if we really want to imagine how to tackle and solve loneliness with the tools that our ingenuity makes available to us, every day.

Originally published in the “Silver Economy Meets Innovation: Aging Better, Together. Strategies and Startups to Tackle Loneliness” by AC75 Startup Accelerator.

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_People_Walker [2]https://www.istat.it/it/files//2020/04/statisticatoday_ANZIANI.pdf [3]https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352827323001246 [4] Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community, 2023 [5] N. Palmarini, H.Fraser, S.Zinck et alter, “Loneliness and ageing: Navigating an enduring crisis”, Institute for Business Value Press, 2017-2020 [6] N. Palmarini, H.Fraser, S.Zinck et alter, “Loneliness and ageing: Navigating an enduring crisis”, Institute for Business Value Press, 2017-2020 [7] N. Palmarini, H.Fraser, S.Zinck et alter, “Loneliness and ageing: Navigating an enduring crisis”, Institute for Business Value Press, 2017-2020 [8] N.Palmarini, L.Corner, “City of longevity: a new paradigm for cities in a longevity society”, 2023, NICA. [9] B.Barber, “Strong Democracy: Participatory Politics for a New Age”, University of California Press, 2013 [10] C.Naylor, D.Buck, “The role of cities in improving population health”, the Kings Fund, 2018 [11] https://trustforlondon.org.uk/data/life-expectancy-borough/ [12] https://www.michelevianello.net/wifi-gratuito-diritto-universale-cittadinan¬za/ [13] https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/about-us1/media/press-releases/more-than-one-in-six-struggling-to-afford-broadband/ [14] https://aging.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2023/08/nysofa-and-elliq-engagement-report-july-2023.pdf

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Everything you Should Know about how to Start the Errand Services

The routine of every person is filled with a list of activities to be completed. Due to living busy and globalization, there are various chores that lie on the to-do list.

You have that leakage gap to be repaired, your clothes need to be sent to the laundry, take your dog for a walk, get the garden trimmed, deep cleaning of the house, and much more. With the number of chores growing on your task list, you find yourself juggling between various chores. This leads to the birth of Errand services.

There was a growing demand for people who can offer Errand services. This created the demand for the development of errand service app.

Various entrepreneurs determined to get such a booming app developed to bring together people that demanded errand and motor vehicle services and people that offered them. Life has become simpler for people that demanded errands to be completed while they were busy completing office assignments.

The market of errand service and computer rental is expected to boom in the upcoming decade. Based on the future and current practices of the market and its size, all the segments have been analyzed to make a growth estimate of the market in the upcoming years.

How an Errand service app works?

First of all, let us realize what an errand is. An errand is any kind of short trip done to finish a chore or deliver a thing. An errand can be something quite vital for little. It can be as vital as depositing a cheque in the bank or as little as getting pet supplies.

An application providing these services assists you get a chore runner that can get the errand done for you. Any person that is looking for some chores to be completed can get the job done through the errand service application. People providing to complete errands can also register on the application. They have various chores completed their to-do lists. Thus an errand service app brings together chore assigners and chore runners.

How to start an errand service?

• Determine the niche

The very first step you have to take to commence an errand service is to determine whether you will be launching a regular errand service or the one meant for a particular audience or customer group.

Every person that wants to get the application developed is puzzled by the query of how much budget he requires to set up for creating the application.

In easy words, a chore running service is an excellent idea to earn money. Often, when people depend for everything on apps, it is the best time to get the bandwagon and get an application created. Nonetheless, you have to move steadily on this path after doing an excellent deal on research.

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Chain Link Fence Rentals: The Go-To Solution for Diverse Temporary Needs

Chain link fence rentals are highly versatile and offer numerous benefits across various applications. Here are some key aspects of their versatility:

1. Temporary Construction Sites

Safety and Security: Chain link fences are commonly used to secure construction sites, keeping unauthorized personnel out and protecting valuable equipment and materials.

Customizable Height and Length: Depending on the level of security required, the fence height can be adjusted, and additional panels can be added to cover large areas.

2. Events and Crowd Control

Crowd Management: At large events such as festivals, concerts, and sports events, chain link fences help in managing crowds, creating designated areas, and guiding foot traffic.

Temporary Barriers: They can be quickly set up and removed, making them ideal for temporary boundaries around event venues or restricted areas.

3. Construction Site Compliance

Regulatory Compliance: Many local regulations require construction sites to be fenced off for safety reasons. Chain link fences meet these requirements while being cost-effective.

Visibility: The see-through nature of chain link fences allows for monitoring the site from the outside without compromising security.

4. Residential and Commercial Applications

Temporary Dog Runs or Pet Areas: Chain link fences can be used to create temporary pet enclosures, providing a safe space for pets in residential or commercial areas.

Property Security: For short-term projects or property upgrades, a chain link fence can provide temporary security without the need for permanent installation.

5. Adaptability to Terrain

Easy Installation on Uneven Ground: Chain link fences can be installed on various terrains, including slopes and uneven ground, making them suitable for a wide range of environments.

Modular Design: Their modular nature allows for easy configuration changes, such as adding gates or adjusting the layout.

6. Cost-Effective Solution

Budget-Friendly: Renting a chain link fence is a cost-effective solution for temporary needs, avoiding the high cost of permanent fencing.

Short-Term and Long-Term Rentals: Flexible rental periods are available, catering to both short-term and long-term projects.

7. Durability and Low Maintenance

Weather Resistance: Chain link fences are made from galvanized steel, which resists rust and corrosion, ensuring longevity even in harsh weather conditions.

Minimal Maintenance: Once installed, they require little to no maintenance, making them a hassle-free option for temporary use.

8. Environmental Considerations

Reusable Materials: Chain link fences are often rented multiple times, reducing the need for new materials and minimizing environmental impact.

Recyclability: At the end of their life cycle, the materials can be recycled, making them an eco-friendly choice.

The combination of flexibility, durability, and cost-effectiveness makes chain link fence rentals an ideal solution for a wide range of temporary fencing needs.

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Won't you take me home? Send me shivers somewhere I used to go; wrap my name across your mouth when I let my feelings out.

On Sunday, after texting a few close friends my big news, Jillian called me, "You're coming home!" I felt so overwhelmed with emotions that I didn't know if I was happy or sad or a little bit of both. Tears streamed down my face and my voice crackled. It didn't really feel completely real yet.

After writing on here on Friday night, I decided to check Zillow before leaving for work. Sometimes Zillow has listings that aren't on MLS because they're posted by private landlords. My previous rental in my old town had been similar -- it popped up on Facebook Marketplace one day and the next thing I knew, I was moving into my new house. I've been searching for a place for months with my realtor but never found the right place and I continued to pray about it all, asking God for there to be some miracle and for a house to appear for me like it had over five years ago.

When I opened Zillow that night, before even entering search information, there on the main screen appeared a house in my old neighborhood. It had just been listed. Immediately, I messaged the owner on Zillow and also sent them a text. We arranged for them to show me the house the following morning at 8:30am.

Everything went smoothly with my work trip that night and we actually got back early on Saturday morning. I had a little bit of time to run some errands and grab a Starbucks on my way to see the house. In the same way, as it was over five years ago, walking into my old house for the first time, something told me that it just felt right when I walked into this new one. The house just felt perfect for me and the landlord and I had a great conversation, and I explained to him how much I loved the house already and desperately wanted to be back in the neighborhood. When I walked out that morning, he encouraged me to apply and get in contact with his wife and said that he felt it would likely be a very good fit. I felt even more sure about it when he reassured me that they had no plans to sell it anytime soon.

The rest of the day was super busy. I went to the Aussie Grind for breakfast and had my favorite breakfast gnocchi and a mimosa before heading to my hair appointment. After that, I ran to my favorite nail salon for a manicure and then met up with my friend Jillian for chai. The day went by so incredibly fast. I ended the day meeting my realtor to see one more house (which I hated) and then picked up my dogs, stopped at the pharmacy for my prescriptions, and then headed home.

I ended up passing out on my couch for a bit once I got home, after finishing my application for the house, and then woke up in the evening. Matt ended up coming out to Fort Worth so we went out for the night to Birdie's until it closed and then ventured to West 7th for a few bars before heading home.

When I woke up on Sunday morning, I had a text from the owner of the house that I applied for. I was nervous because she asked if we could talk on the phone whenever I got a chance. She eventually called me and asked me a few questions and then told me I could rent it. As soon as I got off the phone, the first people I knew to text were my old neighbors, Marx, and then Jillian, who called me to welcome me home. It all felt so surreal.

I finally felt motivated to pack a few more boxes and so I did before heading to my sister's house to go to their pool with them.

It's only Tuesday and this week has already been looking up. I've been busy getting things ready for my move and Matt volunteered to help me with moving everything-- loading it all into a U-Haul and then driving the U-Haul for me since I'm terrified of driving a truck that size. I've had to set up all of the electric, gas, and water, and I'm making progress. I'm hoping to be able to get a few things over to the new place this weekend so that I'm not completely overwhelmed when I rent the truck.

I somehow managed to get an ODAN last night and got another tonight, with the plan to be off tomorrow and hopefully fly another ODAN from Thursday to Friday so that I'm home early Friday morning. It's so far a very busy week but I'm already looking forward to the weekend. Even though all of this right now is so overwhelming in many ways and so much of me is sad but also excited, I know that even on the worst days, God has this amazing plan for my life.

I'm looking forward to being home again, back at church again, and in all of my favorite yoga classes and walking my dogs on our neighborhood trails. I can't wait to be back at the neighborhood pool with my old neighbors, finishing out and enjoying the rest of summer.

In all that has happened in the last few months and all of the sadness I've felt, I realized on Monday, while talking to my therapist, that moving will be so good for me in so many ways, especially for my mental health. Even though I felt sad at first about ending things with Todd, I realize now how much all of that was for the best. I was able to choose my own new place, considering no one else's opinion but my own, and best of all, I get to go home, again. I never could have planned this better myself. God's plan is always the best plan.

xoxo

Annie

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8 Etiquette Rules to Always Follow When You Get An Short-Term Apartment Rental

Whether on a business trip, on holiday, or in between permanent residences, renting an apartment for a short duration provides comfort and flexibility. However, follow etiquette rules to ensure a smooth and respectful experience for tenants and property owners.

We'll explore eight etiquette rules to follow when you get a short-term apartment rental in Singapore.

Communicate Clearly and Promptly

Effective communication is the key to any successful rental experience. When searching for an apartment for short-term use in Singapore, guarantee to communicate your needs and preferences with the property owner or manager. If you require pet-friendly accommodation, specify the type and size of your pet and confirm that the apartment suits them. Promptly respond to any queries from the property owner to establish a positive and transparent relationship from the beginning.

Respect House Rules

Every apartment for rent in Singapore, whether for short or long term, will have specific house rules. These rules can maintain a harmonious living environment for all tenants. Take the time to read and understand these rules before confirming your reservation. Pay special attention to any guidelines related to noise levels, smoking, and, if applicable. 

Keep the Apartment Clean and Tidy

Maintaining cleanliness is a fundamental aspect of short-term apartment rentals. Treat the rental as if it were your own home, and clean up after yourself regularly. If you have a pet, take extra care to clean up after them inside and outside the apartment. A well-kept space fosters a positive atmosphere and shows respect for the property owner and future tenants.

Be Mindful of Noise Levels

Noise can be a significant source of disturbance in shared living spaces. Avoid playing loud music or hosting noisy gatherings that may disturb your neighbours. That is particularly important in pet-friendly accommodations, as barking dogs or other loud noises can impact the overall tranquillity of the building. 

Report Issues Promptly

If you encounter any issues or maintenance concerns during your short-term rental, report them to the property owner or manager. Whether it's a leaky faucet, malfunctioning appliances, or any other problem, addressing these issues helps maintain the quality of the property. It ensures a comfortable stay for you and contributes to the overall well-being of the apartment for future tenants. 

Follow Pet Policies

If you're opting for a pet-friendly apartment for rent in Singapore, it's essential to adhere to the pet policies outlined by the property owner. Respect any restrictions regarding the size, breed, or number of pets allowed. Take responsibility for your pet's behaviour both within the apartment and in common areas. Keep your pet on a leash in shared spaces, clean up after them, and ensure they do not disturb other tenants. Following these pet policies ensures a harmonious living environment for everyone in the building.

Secure Your Belongings

While short-term rentals provide a sense of home, it's crucial to remember that you are still in a temporary space. Ensure that doors and windows are locked when you leave the apartment, and take precautions to prevent any potential security risks. It not only protects your personal belongings but also shows consideration for the safety of the property itself.

Be a Considerate Neighbour

Lastly, cultivating a considerate and friendly relationship with your neighbours can enhance your short-term rental experience. Greet them politely, be aware of shared spaces, and respect their privacy. If you have a pet, introduce them to your neighbours and reassure them that you are attentive to your pet's behaviour. A positive relationship with neighbours can make your stay more enjoyable and may lead to valuable local insights or friendships.

Conclusion

Renting a short-term apartment in Singapore provides a convenient and comfortable living arrangement, but observing proper etiquette is essential for a harmonious experience. From clear communication to respecting house rules and being considerate to neighbours, following these etiquette rules ensures a positive stay for tenants and property owners. You contribute to a pleasant living environment and leave a positive impression on future short-term renters by being a responsible tenant. Contact Great World Serviced Apartments to learn more about their pet-friendly accommodation!

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I was a little apprehensive about the application process for the rental home and how they would handle the service dog situation. Some of you may remember what we had to go through with our current apartment complex. It was a lot of rude emails on their part but eventually they got their lawyers involved and realized we were correct. They had to change their policies but it was a lot of stress & effort for a disabled person to have to go through while sick.

Fortunately, the leasing company that runs this house is doing it right. They use a third-party company called petscreening.com for all of their applicants and there is special consideration for service animals. It’s was very thorough but also easy to complete and in my opinion probably one of the best ways to filter out fake service dogs without inconveniencing real disabled people.

I obviously can’t show all of our info but here are some screen shots. This shows what the application process looks like after it’s submitted but while filling out each section it walks you through the steps and explains your legal rights for various parts and how that would apply to service animals. The application is then sent to a team of legal consultants for review. It was very user friendly & free for me to use. I hope other leasing companies & landlords will adopt this service instead of pressuring their disabled tenants with inappropriate requests.