Independent living
Fifth Avenue Commons
Independent living in McKeesport, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1205 5th Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132 |
| City | McKeesport |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (412) 678-0488 |
| Website | https://www.srcare.org/fifth-avenue-commons-apartments/ |
| 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 | 22 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Fifth Avenue Commons Apartments in McKeesport offers one-bedroom apartments for older adults, managed by SeniorCare Network. The community is on Fifth Avenue, next to a senior services agency and UPMC McKeesport, and close to shopping and restaurants. Residents have a community room with internet access, on-site laundry, off-street parking, and a Service Coordination program, with easy access to public transportation.
More about this provider
| Managed by SeniorCare Network, Fifth Avenue Commons Apartments features one-bedroom apartments on Fifth Avenue in McKeesport, adjacent to a senior services agency, UPMC McKeesport, shopping and restaurants, with a Service Coordination program and the amenities listed under services | |
| Services and programs | One-bedroom apartments managed by SeniorCare Network (Presbyterian SeniorCare Network affiliate); Service Coordination program; most utilities included in rent; individually controlled heating and air conditioning; community room with internet access; on-site laundry; intercom system; off-street parking; easy access to public transportation |
| Who it serves | Seniors 62 and older and adults 18 years of age or older with mobility impairments; residents must meet eligibility requirements |
| Payment types it states | Residents pay 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent and must meet HUD eligibility requirements, as stated by the operator on the property page |
| Visiting and contact details | 1205 Fifth Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132; phone 412-678-0488; the page invites readers to call 412-678-0488 to schedule a personal tour and offers a Request Fifth Avenue Apartments Application link |
| Website | https://www.srcare.org/fifth-avenue-commons-apartments/ |
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 Fifth Avenue Commons
Where is Fifth Avenue Commons located?
Fifth Avenue Commons is at 1205 5th Ave, McKeesport, PA 15132.
How do I contact Fifth Avenue Commons?
Call Fifth Avenue Commons at (412) 678-0488.
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.