Independent living
Lutheran Knolls North
Independent living in Upper Chichester, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1800 Mill Rd, Upper Chichester, PA 19061 |
| City | Upper Chichester |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | 610-497-5220 |
| Website | http://lutheranknolls.com/ |
| 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 | 60 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 8 (Section 202 property) |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Lutheran Knolls North is part of a HUD-financed independent-living community in Boothwyn, Delaware County, for seniors age 62 and older and for disabled individuals who meet its criteria. The 60-unit North building opened in 1991, and 6 of its units are designed for mobility-impaired accessibility. Residents' Associations run activities such as arts and crafts, bingo, exercise classes, and movie nights, and apartments have individually controlled heating and air conditioning.
More about this provider
| Lutheran Knolls provides community housing for independent seniors 62+ and disabled individuals meeting criteria, offering an enriched lifestyle with recreational, educational, and social opportunities in Delaware County/Boothwyn while maintaining independence; individual heating and air conditioning controlled by each tenant. | |
| Services and programs | Active Residents' Associations sponsor activities including arts and crafts, ceramics, bingo, Bible study, holiday festivities, exercise classes, and movie nights; recreational, educational, and social opportunities. |
| Who it serves | Independent seniors age 62 and older, as well as disabled individuals who meet the community's criteria; Lutheran Knolls North added in 1991 as a 60-unit facility for the elderly and mobility impaired, with 6 units designed for mobility-impaired accessibility. |
| Payment types it states | Financed by HUD with federal funding under HUD's Section 8 Housing Assistance Program to help tenants meet their housing needs. |
| Visiting and contact details | Applications by mail to Lutheran Knolls Community, 1800 Mill Road, Upper Chichester, PA 19061; waitlist about 18 to 24 months; site invites prospective residents to visit. No phone on pages read fresh. |
| Website | http://lutheranknolls.com/ |
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 Lutheran Knolls North
Where is Lutheran Knolls North located?
Lutheran Knolls North is at 1800 Mill Rd, Upper Chichester, PA 19061.
How do I contact Lutheran Knolls North?
Call Lutheran Knolls North at 610-497-5220.
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.