Independent living
Pontiac Towers
Independent living in Pontiac, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1011 W Washington St, Pontiac, IL 61764 |
| City | Pontiac |
| State | Illinois |
| Phone | (815)842-2307 |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | HUD designates this property's client group as elderly, and HUD multifamily elderly housing eligibility is age 62 or older for the head of household. |
| Apartments | 111 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Pontiac Towers offers one-bedroom apartment homes in Pontiac for senior adults age 55 and older and for disabled persons, with rent subsidized by the federal government for qualified applicants. Residents share a landscaped courtyard, a patio with a BBQ grill, a large lounge with a flat-screen TV, a library and puzzle room, an exercise area, and an on-site beauty shop. The building is right on a bus line and has an on-site management office.
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 Pontiac Towers
Where is Pontiac Towers located?
Pontiac Towers is at 1011 W Washington St, Pontiac, IL 61764.
How do I contact Pontiac Towers?
Call Pontiac Towers at (815)842-2307.
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.