Independent living
Mercy Douglass Residences
Independent living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 4511 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 |
| City | Philadelphia |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | 215-387-0960 |
| 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 | 61 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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The James J. Wilson Mercy-Douglass Residences at 4511 Walnut Street in Philadelphia is a senior housing building run by Mercy-Douglass. The organization has served Philadelphia for over six decades, and it says its housing is made for seniors and people with special needs who need a safe and affordable place to live.
To live here, the head of household must be 62 years of age or older, or 18 years of age and in need of a wheelchair-accessible unit. The minimum family size is one person, and HUD income guidelines apply to applicants. The building has 16 studio units and 44 one-bedroom units.
The apartments and building were designed to be easy to move around in. There are wheelchair-friendly ramps, wide hallways, braille signage, and safety grab bars. Units have individually controlled air conditioning, central heat, a special needs bathroom, emergency pull cords, a fridge and garbage disposal, cable-ready hookups, wall-to-wall carpet or LVT tile, large closets, and mini blinds.
Shared spaces and services include a community room, coin-operated laundromats, a vending machine, a parking lot and on-street parking, and a Social Service Coordinator. The site says residents enjoy organized activities and events in the common areas, staff work to meet residents' needs and keep up the property, and maintenance requests get a prompt response.
For more information, the site names Drema Malone-Durham as the contact. She can be reached at 215-387-0960 or by email at dmalone@mercydouglass.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 Mercy Douglass Residences
Where is Mercy Douglass Residences located?
Mercy Douglass Residences is at 4511 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139.
How do I contact Mercy Douglass Residences?
Call Mercy Douglass Residences at 215-387-0960.
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.