Shepherd Park Elderly Housing

Overview of Shepherd Park Elderly Housing

Have a blissful retirement at Shepherd Park Elderly Housing, an outstanding community in Hartford, CT, offering independent living. Residents can ease their worries with on-site maintenance and management of the community’s specially designed studio to two-bedroom accommodations. The community also ensures safety with an emergency call system and 24-hour on-site security.

A well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Several restaurants and delightful local amenities are available nearby, providing residents with plenty of leisure and wellness opportunities. The community’s vibrant and inviting environment creates the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Walk Score: 87 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Dining Services

Beauty Services

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

Parking Available

Types of Care at Shepherd Park Elderly Housing

Independent Living

Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+

General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR

Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age —

General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $40,000 individual

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+

General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.

Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually

Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits

Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.

Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Connecticut SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.

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

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).

Benefits

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

2.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Hartford's city center to Shepherd Park Elderly Housing's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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What neighborhood is Shepherd Park Elderly Housing in?

Shepherd Park Elderly Housing is in the West End neighborhood.

Is Shepherd Park Elderly Housing in a walkable area?

Shepherd Park Elderly Housing has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the address of Shepherd Park Elderly Housing?

Shepherd Park Elderly Housing is located at 170 Sisson Ave # 600, Hartford, CT 06105.

Is Shepherd Park Elderly Housing Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Shepherd Park Elderly Housing is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.