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Thank you for letting me ask for some advice on cities you know of that have relatively low rent compared to Portland, Oregon, which is out of control.
My situation is that I'm recovering from breast cancer and some other health issues, am unemployed, but want to relocate in at least mid 2021 elsewhere. My plan is to begin applying for remote jobs I can do anywhere, or pinpoint some companies that are work at home/telecommuting in a few cities I decide to focus on.
I used to be heavily involved in theater and music and would like an artistic outlet, so I would like there to be a strong arts influence. Smaller to mid-sized I think would be better for me, with decent hospital(s)/healthcare because of my cancer.
An old friend lives in Colorado and suggested Pueblo and all I've read about it is negative. He also suggested cities north of Boise, ID near the Canadian border but they are tiny. I'm also looking at Bellingham, WA, and Bangor, ME.
It's so hard to know what to believe from what you read online and I don't have the money to travel all over and see for myself.
But sincere folks out there might have ideas. Keeping in mind there are nice people everywhere, I would prefer to NOT live in an dedicated Red state unless there are pockets of blue. The idea of snow and ice doesn't bother me. Extreme heat does.
Thanks for your suggestions to help me on my journey!
Albuquerque, NM
Tucson, AZ
Kansas City, MO
Fort Collins, CO
Asheville, NC (is getting pricier though unfortunately)
Chattanooga, TN
Memphis, TN
Athens, GA (super cheap, awesome arts and music scene)
Madison, WI
Buffalo, NY
Pittsburgh, PA
Buffalo came to mind due to its highly regarded Roswell Park Cancer Center and it has a pretty diverse arts scene. A good publication to check out: https://artvoice.com/
Also, if things open up, its proximity to Toronto could allow for potentially more options in regards to arts based outlets in that side of the border.
This is considering your comments about weather and preference in terms of state to live in.
Places like Cleveland, Detroit, Rochester and other Great Lakes areas offer affordability, urban options, arts outlets and the health care services you need.
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Albuquerque, NM
Tucson, AZ
Kansas City, MO
Fort Collins, CO
Asheville, NC (is getting pricier though unfortunately)
Chattanooga, TN
Memphis, TN
Athens, GA (super cheap, awesome arts and music scene)
Madison, WI
Buffalo, NY
Pittsburgh, PA
Thanks! I don't know how at this point, an American can go live in Canada, though I think I'd really enjoy it. I've been doing some reading but I am not at retirement age yet and having to live there 6 months, then coming back here 6 months on a specific Visa requires wealth I don't have (2 homes or rentals).
This sounds really good though - I'll check it out. Really appreciate it.
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I hate to be like this, but Buffalo came to mind due to its highly regards Roswell Park Cancer Center and it has a pretty diverse arts scene. A good publication to check out: https://artvoice.com/
Also, if things open up, it’s proximity to Toronto could allow for potentially more options in regards to arts based outlets in that side of the border.
Check out the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro area in NC. It's a progressive area (very Blue) with a very strong and involved performing arts/arts community. The cost of living is quite manageable and is an easy community to assimilate into due to the presence of two major universities (U of North Carolina and Duke), of which both feature high caliber cancer treatment options. I would suspect you might find Carrboro your favorite option given it's sense of community, artistic vibe and ease of getting around (walk and bike-friendly). I lived there for seven years and absolutely loved it. Feel free to direct message me for further information or with any questions!
Albuquerque, NM
Tucson, AZ
Kansas City, MO
Fort Collins, CO
Asheville, NC (is getting pricier though unfortunately)
Chattanooga, TN
Memphis, TN
Athens, GA (super cheap, awesome arts and music scene)
Madison, WI
Buffalo, NY
Pittsburgh, PA
Check out the Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro area in NC. It's a progressive area (very Blue) with a very strong and involved performing arts/arts community. The cost of living is quite manageable and is an easy community to assimilate into due to the presence of two major universities (U of North Carolina and Duke), of which both feature high caliber cancer treatment options. I would suspect you might find Carrboro your favorite option given it's sense of community, artistic vibe and ease of getting around (walk and bike-friendly). I lived there for seven years and absolutely loved it. Feel free to direct message me for further information or with any questions!
Buffalo came to mind due to its highly regarded Roswell Park Cancer Center and it has a pretty diverse arts scene. A good publication to check out: https://artvoice.com/
Also, if things open up, its proximity to Toronto could allow for potentially more options in regards to arts based outlets in that side of the border.
This is considering your comments about weather and preference in terms of state to live in.
Places like Cleveland, Detroit, Rochester and other Great Lakes area cities that offer affordability, urban options, arts outlets and the health care services you need.
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