Independent living
Winwood Apts
Independent living in Chicago, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1406 W Winona St, Chicago, IL 60640 |
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois |
| Phone | (773)769-5500 |
| 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 | 31 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Winwood Apartments is a 31-unit apartment building in Chicago for adults age 62 and older, on the edge of Andersonville and Uptown, close to stores, Lake Michigan, and public transportation. It is subsidized by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and residents must qualify as very low income under HUD guidelines. The building offers secure residences with modern amenities, and two full-time CMSS coordinators offer support and assistance to tenants on request.
Good to know
| Policies the provider states | |
|---|---|
| Waitlist | CMSS page states: due to estimated wait times of over 24 months, and per HUD recommendations, CMSS is not accepting new applications at this time; an announcement will be posted when the waiting list reopens. |
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 Winwood Apts
Where is Winwood Apts located?
Winwood Apts is at 1406 W Winona St, Chicago, IL 60640.
How do I contact Winwood Apts?
Call Winwood Apts at (773)769-5500.
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.