Independent living
Sweetbriar Place
Independent living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 211 Sweetbriar St, Pittsburgh, PA 15211 |
| City | Pittsburgh |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (412) 431-0211 |
| Website | https://www.srcare.org/sweetbriar-place/ |
| 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 | 56 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Sweetbriar Place is a senior apartment community in Pittsburgh's Mt. Washington neighborhood, managed by SeniorCare Network, offering studio and one-bedroom apartments with great views of the Pittsburgh skyline. It was created with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for seniors 62 and older and adults 18 and older with mobility impairments, and residents pay 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent. Amenities include a service coordination program, a community room with internet access, on-site laundry, 24-hour emergency maintenance, outdoor recreational space, and ample parking, and small pets are welcome.
More about this provider
| Sweetbriar Place, managed by SeniorCare Network, is a senior community in the Mt. Washington neighborhood offering studio and one-bedroom apartments with great views of the Pittsburgh skyline. | |
| Services and programs | Service Coordination program; residents can schedule virtual primary care appointments in their apartment through a partnership with a licensed healthcare provider (most insurances accepted). Amenities: individually controlled heating and air conditioning, most utilities included in rent, community room with internet access, on-site laundry, 24-hour emergency maintenance, outdoor recreational space, ample parking, intercom building, small pets welcome. |
| Who it serves | Seniors 62 and older and adults 18 years of age or older with mobility impairments, created in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; residents must meet certain eligibility requirements. |
| Payment types it states | Residents pay 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent. |
| Visiting and contact details | 211 Sweetbriar Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15211; 412-431-0211; call to schedule a personal tour. |
| Website | https://www.srcare.org/sweetbriar-place/ |
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 Sweetbriar Place
Where is Sweetbriar Place located?
Sweetbriar Place is at 211 Sweetbriar St, Pittsburgh, PA 15211.
How do I contact Sweetbriar Place?
Call Sweetbriar Place at (412) 431-0211.
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.