Silver Spring Gardens

Q: What neighborhood is Silver Spring Gardens in?

Silver Spring Gardens is in the Mechanicsburg neighborhood.

Q: Is Silver Spring Gardens in a walkable area?

Silver Spring Gardens has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: Does Silver Spring Gardens have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Silver Spring Gardens on this page.

Q: Are there photos of Silver Spring Gardens?

Yes — there are 9 photos of Silver Spring Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of Silver Spring Gardens?

(717) 591-1918 will put you in contact with the team at Silver Spring Gardens.

Q: Is Silver Spring Gardens Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Silver Spring Gardens is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Silver Spring Gardens

Silver Spring Gardens in Mechanicsburg understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing its residents with the highest level of care. Offering premier apartment-style housing options for seniors 62 and over, the community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve maximum independence with ability-centered programming that promotes individuality.

As a Presbyterian Senior Living Home, Silver Spring Gardens ensures comfort and flexibility as the focus of all its community features. Highlighted accommodations include a computer center, a Chapel, a social room, an emergency call system, fully-equipped kitchens, and a dining room.

(717) 591-1918

Types of Care at Silver Spring Gardens

Assisted Living Independent Living

Walk Score: 7 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Wheelchair Accessible

Safety FeaturesEmergency pull cord in bedroom and bathroom, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler system.

Respite Care

Personal Care / Assisted Living

Transitional Care

At-Home Services

End-Of-Life And Comfort Care

Admission CriteriaAll applicant household members must be at least 62 years of age or older to submit an application. Applicants should be prepared to provide the amount of all gross yearly income (before taxes) and asset information.

Minimum Age62

Utilities IncludedYes

Fully-Equipped Kitchen

Individual High-Efficiency Central Heating And Air Conditioning

Pre-Wired For Phone And Cable Tv

Beauty Salon

Fitness Center

Handicapped Accessible Apartments Available

Community Room

Chapel

Computer Center With Internet Access

On-Site Laundry Room

Resident Service Coordination

Pet Friendly

Tobacco- And Smoke-Free Community

Food DescriptionRent includes water, sewer, trash and all electric including heat and air conditioning.

What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 568 - 773 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

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9.7 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Mechanicsburg's city center to Silver Spring Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.7 miles to nearest hospital (UPMC Outpatient Services)

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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).

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%)

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

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

What neighborhood is Silver Spring Gardens in?

Silver Spring Gardens is in the Mechanicsburg neighborhood.

Is Silver Spring Gardens in a walkable area?

Silver Spring Gardens has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Silver Spring Gardens have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Silver Spring Gardens on this page.

Are there photos of Silver Spring Gardens?

Yes — there are 9 photos of Silver Spring Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Silver Spring Gardens?

(717) 591-1918 will put you in contact with the team at Silver Spring Gardens.

Is Silver Spring Gardens Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Silver Spring Gardens is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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