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Caribe Towers

3231-65 N. 2Nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Discover Caribe Towers, a remarkable multifamily development nestled at 3231-65 N. 2nd Street in Philadelphia, PA. Specifically designed for low-income seniors aged 62 and over, Caribe Towers offers 57 units of affordable housing within the vibrant Caribe Development Zone of the St. Hugh Neighborhood. With a prime location and a focus on meeting the unique needs of elderly residents, this community provides a range of amenities including coin-operated laundry facilities, a furnished community room accommodating up to 75 people, a spacious lobby, and secure intercom access.

Completed in 2005 through collaborative efforts and support from various organizations such as the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh, Caribe Towers is committed to providing a supportive and dignified environment that allows residents to age-in-place by connecting them with essential community services through our Resident Services Program.

Facility Direct Line (215) 425-7410
Facility Direct Line (215) 425-7410
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Walk Score: 81 / 100 Rank #73 / 668Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 668 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Pennsylvania facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Pennsylvania that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Minimum Age: 55

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Address 3.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Philadelphia's city center to Caribe Towers's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.01 miles to nearest hospital (Temple University Hospital - Main Campus)

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Assisted Living in Pennsylvania

Caribe Towers is located in Philadelphia, 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).
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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
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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.
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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).
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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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Caribe Towers

What neighborhood is Caribe Towers in?

Caribe Towers is in the North Philadelphia neighborhood.

Is Caribe Towers in a walkable area?

Caribe Towers has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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What is the address of Caribe Towers?

Caribe Towers is located at 3231-65 N. 2Nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140.

What is the phone number of Caribe Towers?

(215) 425-7410 will put you in contact with the team at Caribe Towers.

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