Independent living
St. Georges Manor
Independent living in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 540 S 61st St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 |
| City | Philadelphia |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (215) 222-3022 |
| Website | https://friends-frp.com/affordable-housing |
| 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 | 6 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
St. George's Manor is an affordable housing property at 540 S. 61st St. in Philadelphia, listed in the affordable housing portfolio of Friends Rehabilitation Program (FRP). FRP has provided housing and social services to low and moderate income households in Philadelphia since 1961. FRP manages 343 affordable housing units across the city, including 183 homes set aside for seniors. People who want to apply can send a completed application to FRP's main office at 704 W Girard Ave or hand it in directly at the property.
More about this provider
| FRP's affordable-housing page lists St. George's Manor at 540 S. 61st St., Philadelphia, PA 19143 among its portfolio and states FRP manages affordable homes for seniors, people facing homelessness, individuals with disabilities, and those living with HIV and AIDS, with a portfolio of 343 low-income units (183 set aside for seniors and 160 for adults and families) — portfolio-level statements, not property-specific amenities or prices. | |
| Services and programs | Affordable housing managed by Friends Rehabilitation Program (FRP); the dedicated St. George Manor page rendered no readable property-specific text, and the portfolio page publishes no property-specific services for this property beyond FRP's general affordable-housing management |
| Visiting and contact details | St. George's Manor, 540 S. 61st St., Philadelphia, PA 19143; phone (215) 222-2700 as listed by FRP on its affordable-housing page. FRP directs applicants to send a completed application to its main office at 704 W Girard Ave or hand it in directly at the property. |
| Website | https://friends-frp.com/affordable-housing |
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 St. Georges Manor
Where is St. Georges Manor located?
St. Georges Manor is at 540 S 61st St, Philadelphia, PA 19143.
How do I contact St. Georges Manor?
Call St. Georges Manor at (215) 222-3022.
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.