South Hills Square Retirement Resort

South Hills Square Retirement Resort

Overview of South Hills Square Retirement Resort

South Hills Square Retirement Resort at 3603 McRoberts Road is an independent living community in Pittsburgh’s South Hills neighborhood. The three-story building supplies various floor plans to meet different needs, with studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments for residents wanting an active lifestyle with independence and choice.

Situated in a quieter residential area with a Walk Score of 32, the home attracts those preferring a suburban setting. A car is required for most daily errands, yet the neighborhood brings a tranquil environment away from busy commercial zones. The South Hills location offers convenient access to Pittsburgh’s amenities while keeping a calm, residential character. The facility welcomes pets, making it an ideal choice for occupants wanting to keep their companions close during this vital life transition. This pet-friendly policy mirrors an understanding that animals often play a beneficial role in residents’ lives and well-being. South Hills Square Retirement Resort gives residents the independence of private apartment living paired with the community and support that retirement living offers.

For interested occupants and their families, arranging a tour of the offered floor plans and conversing with staff about daily life at South Hills Square Retirement Resort is the best way to know if it’s the right fit.

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Walk Score: 32 / 100 Rank #444 / 657Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 444th out of 657 homes 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 cover every community we track in Pennsylvania that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 566 / 650 / 694 / 706 / 759-1206 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Exercise Programs/Fitness Center

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Safety Systems

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Recreational Activities

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Health Programs

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Security Systems

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Pet-Friendly

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Wi-Fi Access

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Theater Room

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Computer Room

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for South Hills Square Retirement Resort

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Address 5.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pittsburgh's city center to South Hills Square Retirement Resort's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.17 miles to nearest hospital (St. Clair Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Pennsylvania

South Hills Square Retirement Resort is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about South Hills Square Retirement Resort

Is South Hills Square Retirement Resort in a walkable area?

South Hills Square Retirement Resort has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at South Hills Square Retirement Resort?

Yes, South Hills Square Retirement Resort allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of South Hills Square Retirement Resort?

Yes — there are 5 photos of South Hills Square Retirement Resort in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of South Hills Square Retirement Resort?

South Hills Square Retirement Resort is located at 3603 Mcroberts Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15234.

What is the phone number of South Hills Square Retirement Resort?

(412) 255-3670 will put you in contact with the team at South Hills Square Retirement Resort.

Does South Hills Square Retirement Resort provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — South Hills Square Retirement Resort is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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