The Marvin
Ideally situated near Veterans Memorial Park and Marina in Norwalk, CT, The Marvin is an idyllic 62+ community that offers independent living. With 49 affordable and thoughtfully designed apartments, low-income older adults can downsize in retirement without worries. The community also provides supportive services, so residents can keep their peace of mind during their stay.
Here, residents can make new friends and gain meaningful experiences with fun recreational activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Residents also have easy access to their needs and preferences with a variety of local amenities and recreational sites nearby. The community requires income restrictions to maintain affordability.
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- General: Age 65+, 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).
- CT Specifics: Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home care (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), meals, respite (up to 14 days/year).
- General: Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
- CT Specifics: Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
- Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$70/day).
- General: Age 62+, 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.
- CT Specifics: Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.
- Services: Personal care (3-5 hours/day), meals ($5-$7/meal), housekeeping, transportation (~5 trips/month).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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.
- CT Specifics: Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.
- Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- CT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
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- Senior-focused concierge medicine.
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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