Independent living
Riverside Presbyterian
Independent living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 158 N 23rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 |
| City | Philadelphia |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | 215-563-6200 |
| Website | https://www.humangood.org/riverside-presbyterian-apartments/apply |
| 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 | 151 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Riverside Presbyterian Apartments in Philadelphia provides low-income senior housing for households where the head of household or spouse is age 62 or older. A share of the homes, 10% of the units, is set aside for persons with physical disabilities, where the head or spouse may be age 18 or older. Household income must fall under the maximum limit set by HUD and the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program. The community keeps a waiting list that is updated once per year, and apartments are offered as they become available.
More about this provider
| HumanGood's apply page for Riverside Presbyterian Apartments describes low-income senior affordable housing where at least one applicant must be at least 62 years old at the time of application, occupancy is limited to a maximum of two persons per bedroom, and a waiting list is maintained because demand far exceeds availability, with applications distributed only when the waiting list is open | |
| Services and programs | Low-income senior affordable housing community managed by HumanGood; waiting list maintained and updated once per year, with apartments offered as they become available; applications are distributed only when the waiting list is open, as stated on the official apply page and application package |
| Who it serves | Senior households where the head of household or spouse is age 62 or older at the time of application; for 10% of the units designated for persons with physical disabilities, the head or spouse may be elderly or non-elderly (age 18 or older); total annual household income must fall under the maximum income limit for the community, as determined by HUD and/or the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program. Occupancy is limited to a maximum of two persons per bedroom. |
| Visiting and contact details | Riverside Presbyterian Apartments, 158 North 23rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103; Phone (215) 563-6200, Fax (215) 405-9123, TDD 711; Email: RSAAdministrator@HumanGood.org |
| Website | https://www.humangood.org/riverside-presbyterian-apartments/apply |
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 Riverside Presbyterian
Where is Riverside Presbyterian located?
Riverside Presbyterian is at 158 N 23rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
How do I contact Riverside Presbyterian?
Call Riverside Presbyterian at 215-563-6200.
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.