Independent living
Guild House West II
Independent living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1221 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123 |
| City | Philadelphia |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | 215-309-3997 |
| Website | https://www.guildhouseapartments.com/ |
| 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 | 55 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Guild House West II shares the Guild House West community site for 1221 Fairmount Avenue in Philadelphia, which describes an income-based community for adults 62 and older, with rent based on income through the HUD Section 8 rental assistance program. The site describes one- and two-bedroom homes with fully equipped kitchens and central heating and air conditioning, laundry in each building, and shared spaces including a community room and a library. Staff help with eligibility questions, application forms, and paperwork, and 24-hour emergency maintenance is available. The office is open Monday to Friday, 9 to 5, at 215-309-3997.
More about this provider
| The Guild House West community's own site presents 1221 Fairmount Avenue as one combined Guild House West Senior Apartments community: an income-based community for adults 62 and older with HUD Section 8 rental assistance, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes with fully equipped kitchens, updated bathrooms and central heating and air conditioning, on-site laundry in each building, a community room and library, on-site management and maintenance and 24-hour emergency maintenance, near shopping, dining, grocery stores and public transportation | |
| Services and programs | Staff guide applicants through every step of the process, answering questions about eligibility and providing application forms and assistance with paperwork; on-site management and maintenance team; 24-hour emergency maintenance; one- and two-bedroom apartment homes (floor-plan heading also mentions recently updated studio, one and two bedroom apartments) with fully equipped kitchen, updated bathroom and central heating and air conditioning; on-site laundry facilities in each building; community room and library |
| Who it serves | An income-based community designed to provide quality, affordable housing for adults 62 years of age and older, through the HUD Section 8 rental assistance program, for seniors with a variety of financial backgrounds |
| Payment types it states | Through the HUD Section 8 rental assistance program, rent is based on income |
| Visiting and contact details | Our Address: 1221 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19123; Phone: 215-309-3997; Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm, Saturday & Sunday, Closed; email dsalce@prgnmgmt.com (Management); site invites visits during normal business hours |
| Website | https://www.guildhouseapartments.com/ |
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 Guild House West II
Where is Guild House West II located?
Guild House West II is at 1221 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
How do I contact Guild House West II?
Call Guild House West II at 215-309-3997.
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.