Independent living
Notre Dame Plaza
Independent living in San Francisco, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 347 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110 |
| City | San Francisco |
| State | California |
| Phone | (415) 437-0370 |
| Website | https://www.mercyhousing.org/california/notre-dame-senior/ |
| 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 | 66 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Notre Dame Senior is an affordable senior community run by Mercy Housing at 347 Dolores Street in San Francisco, near Mission Dolores. It is centrally located, close to public transportation, the Muni streetcars, and a BART station. Residents come from many different backgrounds, nationalities, religions, and beliefs.
Staying active is a big part of life here. Residents practice yoga twice a week and exercise together three times a week, and in summer the group takes Fresh Air Friday walks around the property and the neighborhood. A gentle exercise class meets every two weeks, led by a doctor in Eastern Chinese medicine. The Resident Services Manager also runs health and wellness programs for all residents.
Neighbors meet in the community room for the Connect Four Challenge on the first Friday of each month, gather in the garden, and hold birthday parties. The Community Tree is a place where everyone can write down thoughts and ideas and read what others have shared, no matter what language they speak.
More about this provider
| Website | https://www.mercyhousing.org/california/notre-dame-senior/ |
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 Notre Dame Plaza
Where is Notre Dame Plaza located?
Notre Dame Plaza is at 347 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94110.
How do I contact Notre Dame Plaza?
Call Notre Dame Plaza at (415) 437-0370.
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.