Independent living
Trinity House
Independent living in Columbia, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 400 Mill St, Columbia, PA 17512 |
| City | Columbia |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (717) 684-4141 |
| Website | https://hdcweb.org/ |
| 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 | 134 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Trinity House Apartments is a 133-home community at 400 Mill Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania, with views of the Susquehanna River. It offers studio and one-bedroom apartments for people age 62 and older, and for some younger people who are handicapped or disabled. Rent is based on income, and rent includes electric, cable, heat, water, sewer, and trash removal. Residents have laundry facilities, a community room, indoor and outdoor community space, and energy efficient appliances. The property is pet friendly and tobacco free, with 24-hour emergency maintenance and resident services. It is within walking distance of a bus stop, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
More about this provider
| HDC MidAtlantic (management agent) describes Trinity House Apartments as a 133-unit efficiency and one-bedroom affordable housing property in Columbia, PA for seniors 62+ or underage handicapped/disabled residents, stating it builds hope and opportunity by creating, preserving and strengthening affordable housing communities for those with low to moderate income. | |
| Services and programs | 133 efficiency or one-bedroom apartments (only); affordable housing communities for those with low to moderate income, managed by HDC MidAtlantic |
| Who it serves | Seniors age 62 and older or underage handicapped and/or disabled |
| Languages | Application document is presented in English and Spanish |
| Payment types it states | Tax Credit/HUD Combo; Tax Credit with HOME program (income limits must be met to qualify) |
| Visiting and contact details | Trinity House Apartments, 400 Mill Street, Columbia, PA 17512; 717-684-4141; TrinityHouseApartments@hdcweb.org; waiting list for 1-Bedroom Apartments is CLOSED due to a wait of at least 3-5 years; accepting applications for efficiency apartments ONLY; applications must be mailed or hand delivered to the property (not emailed or faxed) |
| Website | https://hdcweb.org/ |
Good to know
| Policies the provider states | |
|---|---|
| Pets | Pet Friendly |
| Smoking | Tobacco Free |
| Waitlist | Waiting list is open for 62+ studio apartments; currently accepting applications; applicants must meet minimum and maximum income guidelines |
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 Trinity House
Where is Trinity House located?
Trinity House is at 400 Mill St, Columbia, PA 17512.
How do I contact Trinity House?
Call Trinity House at (717) 684-4141.
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.