Independent living
York Commons
Independent living in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 4003 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 |
| City | Pittsburgh |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (412) 682-1151 |
| Website | https://www.srcare.org/york-commons-apartments/ |
| Age requirement | 62 and older |
| Age rule basis | HUD designates this property's client group as elderly, and HUD multifamily elderly housing eligibility is age 62 or older for the head of household. |
| Apartments | 102 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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York Commons Apartments in Pittsburgh is in the Lawrenceville neighborhood and is managed by SeniorCare Network. The page says residents can schedule primary care appointments in their own apartment through a partnership with a licensed healthcare provider. Shared spaces and features include a community room, a library, a computer room, a fitness center, and on-site laundry. The community was created for seniors age 62 and older and for adults age 18 and older with mobility impairments, and residents pay 30 percent of their adjusted gross income for rent.
More about this provider
| York Commons Apartments, managed by SeniorCare Network (Presbyterian SeniorCare Network), is an affordable HUD housing community in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood featuring beautiful outdoor spaces. | |
| Services and programs | Affordable senior apartment housing managed by SeniorCare Network; amenities include a Service Coordination program, community room, on-site laundry, library, computer room, fitness center, intercom system, 24-hour emergency maintenance, most utilities included in rent, individually controlled heating and air conditioning; through a partnership with a licensed healthcare provider, residents can schedule primary care appointments in their own apartment |
| Who it serves | Seniors 62 and older and adults 18 years of age or older with mobility impairments, subject to eligibility requirements |
| Payment types it states | Created in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); primary care partner accepts most insurances |
| Visiting and contact details | Call 412-682-1151 for a tour; small pets welcome |
| Website | https://www.srcare.org/york-commons-apartments/ |
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 York Commons
Where is York Commons located?
York Commons is at 4003 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224.
How do I contact York Commons?
Call York Commons at (412) 682-1151.
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.