My dad who is 93 just moved here. He has his own place in the historic district and we live near where your mom is moving, about 30 minutes south of him. He purchased a used electric cart for $2500 and drives it in his neighborhood, where the traffic is much greater than our (and your mom's) area. Blinds Plus Shutters did our whole 1700 sq' courtyard villa for $3800. Love the plantation shutters! Dad has a caregiver and I will forward your post on to her, but she lives in Spanish Springs and is not that close to your Mom. Dad pays her $12/hr for caregiving and $25/hr for cleaning. I'm not sure about cooking, as I cook all of his food except when he eats out. Most of the primary care doctors here seem to specialize in geriatric medicine. There are many residents in their 80's. It seems to me that driving a car or cart and integrating into a new environment is different for each individual. I wish your mom well!
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