ABSTRACT
Community Issues Housing If the preceptor site requires the resident to be away from home, there are unique considerations. Preceptors may or may not provide housing. Flexibility in housing needs is key. Appropriate, comfortable accommodation is important for the resident to feel welcome in the community. Resident physicians may come alone or may possibly bring a spouse or partner and perhaps children as well, so housing arrangements have to be flexible. If education will be a continuous feature in the medical practice, consider purchasing a home or identifying permanent rental property. It is important for the residents and their families to feel comfortable in the community. This comfort facilitates good working relationships and allows their assimilation into the community. The medical staff need to discuss the financial implications of housing and education for resident rotations. Items to consider and discuss include the following:
1 basic housing needs 2 utility bills (including responsibility for excessive use of utilities or phone) 3 Internet access and acceptable use 4 special needs due to disability of the resident.
