Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community

Q: Is Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Q: What is the phone number of Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community?

(814) 864-4802 will put you in contact with the team at Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community.

Q: Is Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community

Located in Erie, Pennsylvania, Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community offers a homely atmosphere for seniors, making it one of the leading assisted living communities in the area. This facility offers a range of essential services to meet assisted living levels of care. Residents benefit from a comprehensive mental wellness program, expert medication management, and the peace of mind that comes with 24-hour supervision.
In addition to attentive care, Elmwood Gardens provides tailored dietary options when needed and boasts a reliable 24-hour call system for residents’ security. Meal preparation is included, simplifying daily routines. Not limited to care, this community also offers practical non-care services like home maintenance and a diverse array of daily activities and community-sponsored events, all contributing to an enriched quality of life. With options spanning assisted living, memory care, independent living, and nursing home care, Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community is the trusted choice for seniors looking to spend their golden years in a home that goes above and beyond for their comfort.

(814) 864-4802

Walk Score: 96 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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).

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

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.

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).

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

Benefits

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Pennsylvania LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized

General PA resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Cash grants and crisis aid; serves ~600,000 households annually.

Benefits

Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max)

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.

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Pennsylvania SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, PA resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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.

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.

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

Benefits

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

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Is Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the phone number of Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community?

(814) 864-4802 will put you in contact with the team at Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community.

Is Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Elmwood Gardens Retirement Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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