Independent living
Booth Manor
Independent living in Chicago, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1522 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607 |
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois |
| Phone | (312) 243-1271 |
| Website | https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usa-central-territory/north-and-central-illinois/booth-manor/ |
| 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 | 57 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Booth Manor is a Salvation Army senior residence in Chicago, at 1500 W. Madison Street, built for older adults who qualify for subsidized housing under HUD guidelines; the residence provides homes for up to 58 people. Applicants must meet federal income requirements and be living in Chicago when they apply, and a waiting list is kept when the residence is full. The whole building, and each apartment, is accessible, with an emergency bell in every apartment and a 24-hour laundry facility. Residents share daily, weekly, and monthly social events, classes and workshops, spiritual and guidance counseling, and a resident lounge. Phone: 312-243-1271.
More about this provider
| The Salvation Army describes Booth Manor as a residence it built for older adults eligible for subsidized housing under HUD guidelines, providing safe and affordable housing for up to 58 individuals on limited incomes, with social events, learning programs, counseling, and a resident lounge. | |
| Services and programs | HUD-subsidized senior residence built by The Salvation Army, with daily, weekly and monthly social events, classes, workshops and programs, spiritual and guidance counseling, and a resident lounge; the entire facility and individual apartments are accessible, an emergency bell is located in each apartment, and a 24-hour laundry facility is available to all residents - per the operator's Booth Manor page |
| Who it serves | Older adults who meet federal income requirements to qualify for subsidized housing and are residing in Chicago when they apply - per the operator's page |
| Payment types it states | Subsidized housing under HUD guidelines, in cooperation with HUD (the operator's own wording) |
| Visiting and contact details | 1500 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL 60607; phone 312-243-1271 - per the operator's page (street address differs from the HUD address in the input; see notes) |
| Website | https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usa-central-territory/north-and-central-illinois/booth-manor/ |
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 Booth Manor
Where is Booth Manor located?
Booth Manor is at 1522 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607.
How do I contact Booth Manor?
Call Booth Manor at (312) 243-1271.
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.