Independent living
Bethlehem Village
Independent living in Flourtown, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 W Wissahickon Ave, Flourtown, PA 19031 |
| City | Flourtown |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | 215-233-0998 |
| Website | http://bethlehemretirementvillage.org/ |
| 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 | 101 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Bethlehem Village is a subsidized senior apartment community in Flourtown for people age 62 and older with very low or extremely low incomes, under the HUD Section 8 and Section 202 programs. The community checks each applicant's age, income, and assets under HUD rules. The office phone number is 215-233-0998.
More about this provider
| Bethlehem Retirement Village describes itself as an affordable housing residence for the elderly sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Philadelphia, striving to provide a safe environment fostering a spirit of independence and community; it states the Village is a nondenominational community open to all without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, or disability. | |
| Services and programs | Subsidized senior apartments under HUD Section 8 and Section 202 - the community's own Tenant Selection Plan sets out its eligibility verification (age, income, assets, citizenship, Social Security documentation); the homepage describes an affordable housing residence for the elderly fostering independence and community |
| Who it serves | Head of household, co-head or spouse at least 62 years of age, meeting HUD very low income and extremely low income limits; non-elderly handicapped applicants are eligible only for an accessible unit and if they require the accessibility features of the unit - per the community's Tenant Selection Plan |
| Payment types it states | HUD Section 8 / Section 202 subsidized housing for very low and extremely low income households (the community's own wording) |
| Visiting and contact details | 100 W Wissahickon Ave, Flourtown, PA 19031; phone (215) 233-0998 - per the community's own site |
| Website | http://bethlehemretirementvillage.org/ |
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 Bethlehem Village
Where is Bethlehem Village located?
Bethlehem Village is at 100 W Wissahickon Ave, Flourtown, PA 19031.
How do I contact Bethlehem Village?
Call Bethlehem Village at 215-233-0998.
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.