Independent living
Spring City Elderly Housing
Independent living in Spring City, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 250 N Main St, Spring City, PA 19475 |
| City | Spring City |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | 610-948-1797 |
| 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 | 58 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Petra Community Housing's Flag House in Spring City offers one-bedroom apartments for low-income residents aged 62 and older. The apartments are unfurnished and come with a refrigerator and stove, and qualifying residents pay about 30 percent of their monthly income toward rent. Amenities include a community dining room, kitchen, laundry facilities, and a hair salon.
Prices stated by the provider
These prices are the provider's own, read from its website. They are not the verified cost figures published in this site's guides — call the provider to confirm what a stay would cost.
Good to know
| Policies the provider states | |
|---|---|
| Pets | Application asks whether the applicant has a pet they wish to bring and says to request the Pet Policy and Pet Rules for details |
| Smoking | Non-smoking facility |
| Waitlist | Eligibility is determined once an applicant's name reaches the top of the wait list; wait-list applicants must contact Petra in writing every 12 months to remain on the list |
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 Spring City Elderly Housing
Where is Spring City Elderly Housing located?
Spring City Elderly Housing is at 250 N Main St, Spring City, PA 19475.
How do I contact Spring City Elderly Housing?
Call Spring City Elderly Housing at 610-948-1797.
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.