Independent living
The Palmer House
Independent living in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 New Grove St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702 |
| City | Wilkes Barre |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Phone | (570) 829-6542 |
| Website | https://www.voapa.org/locations/palmer-house/ |
| 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 | 28 |
| Housing program | HUD Section 202 PRAC |
| Income restricted | Yes |
Palmer House in Wilkes-Barre is a Volunteers of America property for adults 62 and older, with 28 one-bedroom apartments and income-based rent. The operator describes it as an award-winning, secure living setting within minutes of several major shopping plazas. Each apartment has a patio or balcony and a private entrance. Residents share a community room with a big screen TV and a cooking and dining area, a large fitness center, and free parking. An active resident association offers ways to get involved, including bingo and community dinners, for neighbors who want a social, connected place to live.
More about this provider
| Volunteers of America Pennsylvania Palmer House in Wilkes-Barre: award-winning, secure senior living for ages 62+, 28 one-bedroom units with income-based rent, free parking, active resident association, community room, fitness center, patios/balconies, and private entrances. | |
| Services and programs | Senior housing apartments (1 BR, 28 units); amenities: free parking; active resident association; community room with big screen TV and cooking/dining area; large fitness center; patios or balconies on each apartment; private entrance on each apartment; bingo; community dinners |
| Who it serves | Those 62 and older; age 62+; income-based rent |
| Payment types it states | Income-based rent |
| Inspection highlights | Site describes Palmer House as an award-winning property for those 62 and older providing a secure living setting |
| Visiting and contact details | 401 New Grove Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702; (855) 202-4741; palmerhouse@voapa.org |
| Website | https://www.voapa.org/locations/palmer-house/ |
Floor plans
| Apartment floor plans | |
|---|---|
| Apartment | Listed as 1 BR on the operator page; size and kitchen type not stated |
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 The Palmer House
Where is The Palmer House located?
The Palmer House is at 401 New Grove St, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702.
How do I contact The Palmer House?
Call The Palmer House at (570) 829-6542.
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.