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Brookside Homes
Assisted Living, Home Care & Respite Care · Erie, PA

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Brookside Homes

Assisted Living, Home Care & Respite Care · Erie, PA
5 W 10Th St, Erie, PA 16501 View map
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Overview of Brookside Homes

Brookside Homes manages a small, shared senior housing community on West 10th Street in downtown Erie, Pennsylvania. The multi-floor residential property features an internal elevator, allowing residents to transition between their living spaces and communal areas without navigating stairs. The program emphasizes a familial environment, tailoring activities to individual interests and providing home-cooked meals.

A walkability score of 89 out of 100 indicates that the immediate downtown neighborhood is exceptionally walkable. Because of this accessible location, visiting relatives and mobile residents can easily take care of shopping, errands, and appointments entirely on foot. To help manage the costs of long-term placement, the facility works with Pennsylvania’s state Medicaid programs, including Community HealthChoices, the OPTIONS Program, and the LIFE initiative.

Prospective residents looking into community-integrated senior living can contact the administrative office to inquire about open rooms. and schedule a tour to view the layout and the shared house structure.

Facility Direct Line (800) 679-1022
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Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
90 / 100

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Financial Assistance for
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Brookside Homes is located in Erie, 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

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.
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookside Homes

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Brookside Homes in a walkable area?
Brookside Homes has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
02 Are pets allowed at Brookside Homes?
No, Brookside Homes has a no-pet policy.
03 What is the best email address for Brookside Homes?
The team at Brookside Homes can be reached at info@brooksideseniorliving.org.
04 What levels of care does Brookside Homes provide?
Brookside Homes offers Home Care & Respite Care.
05 What is the address of Brookside Homes?
Brookside Homes is located at 5 W 10Th St, Erie, PA 16501.
06 What is the phone number of Brookside Homes?
(800) 679-1022 will put you in contact with the team at Brookside Homes.
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