Independent living
Pilgrim Tower East
Independent living in Pasadena, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 440 N Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101 |
| City | Pasadena |
| State | California |
| 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 | 158 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Pilgrim Tower East is an affordable community in Pasadena for older adults age 62 and up, with some apartments equipped for residents who are mobility impaired. Residents can join parties, potluck suppers, and bingo in the community room, take part in Project H.A.N.D.S., and get help from an on-staff Social Service Coordinator. Apartments are studio and one-bedroom homes with a full kitchen, and the building offers a laundry room, an entry access system, elevators, and free parking. Rent for subsidized residents is based on about 30 percent of income, and the community is smoke-free.
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 Pilgrim Tower East
Where is Pilgrim Tower East located?
Pilgrim Tower East is at 440 N Madison Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101.
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.