Unfortunately, my work phone is forwarded to my cell phone as I mainly work from home due to health issues. 

If you are following the rules then everything should be OK.This is no different than a health inspector visiting a restaurant.

It's usually best to talk with your neighbors about your plans and get their support as one of the variance tests is that the requested relief does not cause a public health issue or alter the essential character of the neighborhood.Try googling "tests for a variance in [your state]" and talk with your local zoning department.

As long as there is no "healthcare" being provided (medicine, baths, etc) then it's not regulated by the department of health.

Quote from @Carol Corbin: Hi , I’ve been looking like crazy for health care agencies to rent my home to?

It is our hope no one in Blue Metrix is a victim of such an aggressive business tactic while part of their management team faces such a difficult health challenge.

I love real estate but keep coming into the same dilemma you have with getting funds to keep it going. 

She's not in great health herself, but seems like she can still carry on a few more years if nothing bad happens.

Thanks Brittany, I am ok with the risk mostly because of a health back up income.

You can tackle your scenarios pending what you have in the background working for you (debt, a helpful partner, your health, etc).