Independent living
Baptist Manor
Independent living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 493 Castle Shannon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15234 |
| City | Pittsburgh |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (412) 563-6550 |
| Website | https://baptistseniorfamily.org/residences-services/baptist-manor/ |
| 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 |
Baptist Manor in Pittsburgh offers older adults the best of both worlds: the independence and privacy of their own apartment, with the support and companionship of a close community. There are 100 affordable one-bedroom apartments, including 10 handicapped-accessible units. Each apartment has an emergency call system and smoke detectors. The building also has coin-operated laundry facilities, a media room, a library, and free parking. Apartments are for people age 62 or older, or who are mobility impaired, who qualify for HUD housing assistance. Rent includes utilities. To learn more, call the Baptist Manor office at 412-572-8252 or visit the office at 493 Castle Shannon Boulevard.
More about this provider
| Baptist Senior Family describes Baptist Manor as independent living offering older adults their own apartment with community support: 100 affordable one-bedroom apartments (10 handicapped-accessible) with emergency call systems, laundry, media room, library and free parking, for residents 62+ or mobility impaired who qualify under HUD guidelines, paying 30% of adjusted gross monthly income including utilities. | |
| Services and programs | Independent living in 100 affordable one-bedroom apartments including 10 handicapped-accessible units, each with emergency call system and smoke detectors; coin-operated laundry facilities, media room, library and free parking; application download and contact form offered |
| Who it serves | People 62 years or older or who are mobility impaired, who qualify for HUD housing assistance |
| Payment types it states | Tenants must qualify according to HUD income guidelines and pay 30 percent of their adjusted gross monthly income for rent, which includes utilities |
| Visiting and contact details | Baptist Manor office at 493 Castle Shannon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15234; call Baptist Manor office at 412-572-8252 to learn more |
| Website | https://baptistseniorfamily.org/residences-services/baptist-manor/ |
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 Baptist Manor
Where is Baptist Manor located?
Baptist Manor is at 493 Castle Shannon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15234.
How do I contact Baptist Manor?
Call Baptist Manor at (412) 563-6550.
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.