Independent living
Palmer House
Independent living in Miami, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1225 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL 33174 |
| City | Miami |
| State | Florida |
| Phone | 305-221-9566 |
| 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 | 121 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Palmer House is at 1225 SW 107th Avenue in Miami, Florida. It is run by Catholic Housing Management, part of Catholic Health Services. The housing is for active, independent low-income seniors, with rents set at rates meant to be affordable.
Catholic Housing Management says its renters are generally age 62 or older and must meet income guidelines set under HUD rules. For some apartments, rent is 30% of a person's adjusted gross income. There is also some room for younger adults who have a mobility, hearing, or vision impairment. People apply through a pre-application first, and approved applicants join a waiting list.
One Palmer House resident quoted by Catholic Housing Management says she likes living there because she is in good company and feels supported by the office staff. To ask about Palmer House, call (305) 221-9566.
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 Palmer House
Where is Palmer House located?
Palmer House is at 1225 SW 107th Ave, Miami, FL 33174.
How do I contact Palmer House?
Call Palmer House at 305-221-9566.
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.