Independent living
Reading Elderly Housing
Independent living in Reading, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 N Front St, Reading, PA 19601 |
| City | Reading |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (610) 373-1130 |
| 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 | 201 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 project-based assistance |
| Income restricted | Yes |
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Reading Elderly Housing in Reading, Pennsylvania offers one- and two-bedroom homes for people aged 62 or older. The one-bedroom homes are 477 square feet and the two-bedroom homes are 616 square feet. Residents enjoy a courtyard with benches, shade, and a koi pond, an on-site laundry facility, and monthly planned activities through an active resident association. Cats and dogs are allowed under the site's pet policy, with limits and fees stated on the site.
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 Reading Elderly Housing
Where is Reading Elderly Housing located?
Reading Elderly Housing is at 100 N Front St, Reading, PA 19601.
How do I contact Reading Elderly Housing?
Call Reading Elderly Housing at (610) 373-1130.
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.