Independent living
Guild House West
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 | Section 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older. |
| Apartments | 100 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Guild House West is an income-based senior community at 1221 Fairmount Avenue in Philadelphia for adults 62 and older, with rent based on income through the HUD Section 8 rental assistance program. Its one- and two-bedroom homes have fully equipped kitchens, updated bathrooms, and central heating and air conditioning, and residents share a community room and a library, with laundry in each building. 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, and can be reached at 215-309-3997.
More about this provider
| The property's own site presents Guild House West Senior Apartments at 1221 Fairmount Avenue as an income-based community for adults 62 and older with HUD Section 8 rental assistance, offering one- and two-bedroom apartment homes with fully equipped kitchens, updated bathrooms and central heating and air conditioning, on-site laundry in each building, shared community room and library, on-site management and maintenance and 24-hour emergency maintenance, near shopping, dining, grocery stores, public transportation and local attractions | |
| 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 dedicated to creating a comfortable and secure living environment; 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
Where is Guild House West located?
Guild House West is at 1221 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19123.
How do I contact Guild House West?
Call Guild House West 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.