Independent living
Telacu Terrace
Independent living in Hawthorne, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 4536 W 118th St, Hawthorne, CA 90250 |
| City | Hawthorne |
| State | California |
| Website | https://telacu.com/property_listings/telacu-terrace/ |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | Section 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older. |
| Apartments | 75 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
TELACU Terrace is a 74-unit low-income apartment community in Hawthorne, a short distance from the 105 freeway and within walking distance of shopping centers and public transportation. Residents have on-site laundry, a community garden, landscaped grounds, gated parking, and a large community room. Each apartment has air conditioning and heating, a full kitchen with a stove and refrigerator, and grab bars in the bathroom. The head of household must be at least 62 years old, or 18 years old and physically impaired. Household income must stay within HUD limits, and rent is based on 30 percent of adjusted gross income.
More about this provider
| TELACU Terrace is a 74-unit low-income apartment community located just a short distance away from the 105 freeway in the city of Hawthorn and within walking distance to shopping centers and public transportation. | |
| Services and programs | On-site laundry facilities, a community garden, professionally landscaped grounds, gated parking and a large community room; each apartment includes air conditioning/heating and a full kitchen with a stove and refrigerator as well as grab bars in the bathrooms |
| Who it serves | Head of household must be at least 62 years-old or 18 years-old and physically impaired at time application is submitted. Household income must not exceed 50% of the HUD annual income limits. |
| Payment types it states | Rent is based on 30% of adjusted gross income |
| Visiting and contact details | 4536 W 118th Street, Hawthorne, CA 90250; (310) 676-6694 |
| Website | https://telacu.com/property_listings/telacu-terrace/ |
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Who pays for independent living?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
- How to Pay for Independent Living: Rent, Income, and Rental Help
- What Senior Apartments Cost: Rent, Fees, and What the Monthly Payment Covers
Independent living guide · Paying for care
Common questions about Telacu Terrace
Where is Telacu Terrace located?
Telacu Terrace is at 4536 W 118th St, Hawthorne, CA 90250.
How much does independent living cost?
There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for independent living?
No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.
What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?
Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.
Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?
Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.