Independent living
Ralston Tower
Independent living in Modesto, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 900 17th St, Modesto, CA 95354 |
| City | Modesto |
| State | California |
| Phone | (209) 521-8900 |
| Website | http://www.rhf.org/location/ralston-tower/ |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | HUD designates this property's client group as elderly, and HUD multifamily elderly housing eligibility is age 62 or older for the head of household. |
| Apartments | 178 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Ralston Tower is an 11-story affordable community in Modesto for adults age 62 and older, run by Retirement Housing Foundation. It offers studio apartments of about 370 square feet and one-bedroom apartments of about 520 square feet, each with a full kitchen. Residents get a community room with parties, potluck suppers, and bingo, a Service Coordinator, free van service, and an on-site laundry room. Pets are welcome with a deposit and size limits, the community is smoke-free, and Section 8 vouchers are welcome.
More about this provider
| RHF presents Ralston Tower as an affordable, smoke-free 11-story community for older adults 62+ in Modesto, with a service coordinator, social activities, free shuttle service and studio and one-bedroom apartments. HUD income limits apply and Section 8 vouchers are welcome. | |
| Services and programs | Social Service Coordinator / Service Coordinator on staff for residents' personal needs; frequent parties, potluck suppers, bingo, and other social activities in the community room; participation in RHF's Project H.A.N.D.S.; free shuttle / free van service; on-site management and maintenance staff; on-site laundry room, community room, elevators, entry access system, off-street parking. |
| Who it serves | Older adults age 62 and older; several apartments equipped to accommodate those who are mobility impaired; income limits set by HUD. |
| Payment types it states | Affordable housing with HUD income limitations; Section 8 vouchers are welcome. |
| Visiting and contact details | Ralston Tower, 900 17th Street, Modesto, CA 95354; tel 209-521-8900; fax 209-521-1318; TDD 1-800-545-1833 x359. |
| Website | http://www.rhf.org/location/ralston-tower/ |
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 Ralston Tower
Where is Ralston Tower located?
Ralston Tower is at 900 17th St, Modesto, CA 95354.
How do I contact Ralston Tower?
Call Ralston Tower at (209) 521-8900.
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.