Independent living
Kentway Apts
Independent living in Kent, Ohio
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 388 E Summit St, Kent, OH 44240 |
| City | Kent |
| State | Ohio |
| Phone | 330-678-0122 |
| Website | https://axessfamilyservices.org/services/supportive-services/kentway/ |
| 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 | 143 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Kentway Senior Independent Living in Kent provides quality, affordable housing for seniors fifty-five and older, with 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and ADA-compliant apartments. Residents can share hot meals on site every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with extra community meals through Kent State's Campus Kitchen. The community room, library, pool table, and on-site hair salon give neighbors places to gather, and regular programs include chair and chi exercise classes and sewing and craft clubs.
More about this provider
| Operator Axess Family Services page: Kentway Senior Independent Living provides quality, affordable housing, programming, and services for independent seniors 55 and older, originally built in 1970, where seniors find connection through meals, amenities, and regular programming. | |
| Services and programs | Quality, affordable housing for independent seniors 55 and older; support services and programs; hot meals provided on site every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, plus additional community meals through partnership with Kent State's Campus Kitchen; regular programming such as chair and chi exercise classes and sewing and craft clubs; on-site amenities community room, library, pool table, independently-owned hair salon |
| Who it serves | Anyone over the age of 55 who can afford renting through their own income or through eligibility with subsidized housing; 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and ADA-compliant apartments, each with full bath, living room, and kitchen |
| Payment types it states | Rent paid through the resident's own income or through eligibility with subsidized housing, as stated on the page ('can afford the cost of renting either through their own income or through eligibility with subsidized housing') |
| Visiting and contact details | 360 E Summit St, Kent, OH 44240; phone (330) 678-0122 — page says call to check availability and learn more about the application process; fax (330) 678-3055 |
| Website | https://axessfamilyservices.org/services/supportive-services/kentway/ |
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 Kentway Apts
Where is Kentway Apts located?
Kentway Apts is at 388 E Summit St, Kent, OH 44240.
How do I contact Kentway Apts?
Call Kentway Apts at 330-678-0122.
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.