Independent living
Las Alturas RHF Senior Housing
Independent living in Los Angeles, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 3525 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023 |
| City | Los Angeles |
| State | California |
| Phone | (323) 526-6990 |
| Website | https://rhf.org/las-alturas/ |
| 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 | 78 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Las Alturas is a 78-unit HUD 202/LIHTC community in Los Angeles for older adults age 62 and over, with one-bedroom apartments. Rent is subsidized and based on income, with residents paying approximately 30 percent of their income. Building amenities include a community room with a full kitchen, a library, a craft room, a computer room, on-site laundry, elevators, and outdoor patios and a garden.
More about this provider
| RHF describes Las Alturas as a 78-unit, HUD 202/LIHTC, smoke-free community for older adults 62+ with one-bedroom units, a manager's office and lounge, and a second-floor community room, library, crafts and computer rooms; it was awarded the 55+ Housing Council SoCal SAGE Award as the 2012 Project of the Year. | |
| Services and programs | Community room with full kitchen, library, crafts room, computer room, and office space for a social service coordinator; monthly calendar and newsletter with activities including bingo, board games, pot-luck meals, seasonal gardening, and knitting/sewing for Project HANDS; on-site laundry room and laundry center on each floor; on-site management and maintenance staff; city transit services stop at the door to grocery store, doctor appointments, department stores and restaurants |
| Who it serves | A 78-unit, HUD 202/LIHTC community for older adults (62+), with one-bedroom units; subsidized housing community for seniors age 62 & over; all apartments are one-bedroom with accessible features, plus a few more-accessible apartments for the sensory/mobility impaired |
| Payment types it states | Subsidized housing — rent is based on income; a resident pays approximately 30% of their income as rent and HUD pays the remainder as subsidy. Rent includes hot water and trash; a utility allowance is deducted from rent (see stated_prices). This community is currently not accepting applications and the waiting list is closed. |
| Visiting and contact details | Visit Us: Las Alturas, 3535 Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90023; tel 323-526-6990; fax 323-526-6908; TDD 1-800-545-1833 x359; email info@rhf.org (as shown on the RHF page) |
| Website | https://rhf.org/las-alturas/ |
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 Las Alturas RHF Senior Housing
Where is Las Alturas RHF Senior Housing located?
Las Alturas RHF Senior Housing is at 3525 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023.
How do I contact Las Alturas RHF Senior Housing?
Call Las Alturas RHF Senior Housing at (323) 526-6990.
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.