Independent living
Willie B. Kennedy Apartments
Independent living in San Francisco, California
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1239 Turk St, San Francisco, CA 94115 |
| City | San Francisco |
| State | California |
| Phone | (415) 567.0052 |
| 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 | 97 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Willie B. Kennedy Apartments is in the Western Addition in San Francisco. It was built in partnership with Bethal AME Church and its affiliate, Allen Community Development Corporation. The TNDC page says the building serves seniors with low incomes, including people who experienced homelessness and who live with health challenges. It is a five-story building with studios and one-bedroom homes — 98 homes in all: 32 studios, 65 one-bedroom homes, and 1 two-bedroom home. The building has onsite social services provided by TNDC partner Sequoia Living, an interior courtyard, and a rooftop garden with support from TNDC's Urban Agriculture team, with close access to public transit.
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 Willie B. Kennedy Apartments
Where is Willie B. Kennedy Apartments located?
Willie B. Kennedy Apartments is at 1239 Turk St, San Francisco, CA 94115.
How do I contact Willie B. Kennedy Apartments?
Call Willie B. Kennedy Apartments at (415) 567.0052.
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.