Carson Retirement Residence

Carson Retirement Residence

Overview of Carson Retirement Residence

Carson Retirement Residence is an independent living community in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the South Side Flats neighborhood. Independent living means private housing with community services but no daily care, making it a potential fit for a resident who manages everyday care needs without daily assistance.

The mid-rise residence offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom homes, with the larger option allowing a couple to move in together. The area has a Walk Score of 85, so most errands can be handled on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #21 / 269Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 21st out of 269 independent living communities we track in Pennsylvania for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Pennsylvania facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
85 / 100

About This Community

Additional Services

3 services
MaintenanceListed as: 24-hour maintenance
Social Work & Case ManagementListed as: On-site social services coordinator
TransportationListed as: Scheduled van transportation to shopping and social events

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Salon
Laundry
Library
Computers
Parking
Patio
Craft/Exercise Room
Wide Corridors with Handrails
Landscaped Areas
Two Elevators
Emergency Call System
Activities
Arts & Crafts
Gardening

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Fully Equipped Kitchen Toilet And Shower Grab Bars

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pittsburgh's city center to Carson Retirement Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Pennsylvania

Carson Retirement Residence is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
PA

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+
General Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $8,000 individual
PA

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+
General PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
PA

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
PA

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
PA

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Supplies (~$2,000/year) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
PA

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+
General PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
PA

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Benefits
Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+
General PA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
PA

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Carson Retirement Residence

What neighborhood is Carson Retirement Residence in?

Carson Retirement Residence is in the South Side Flats neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

Is Carson Retirement Residence in a walkable area?

Carson Retirement Residence has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Carson Retirement Residence?

No, Carson Retirement Residence has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Carson Retirement Residence?

The team at Carson Retirement Residence can be reached at carson@cmshousing.com.

Are there photos of Carson Retirement Residence?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Carson Retirement Residence in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Carson Retirement Residence provide?

Carson Retirement Residence offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Carson Retirement Residence?

Carson Retirement Residence is located at 2850 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203.

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