The Pines

Q: What neighborhood is The Pines in?

The Pines is in the Chelsea neighborhood.

Q: Is The Pines in a walkable area?

The Pines has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the phone number of The Pines?

(715) 386-8800 will put you in contact with the team at The Pines.

Q: Is The Pines Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Pines is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of The Pines

Nestled in the vibrant city of Chelsea, MI, the Pines Senior Apartments is a remarkable senior living community that provides independent living services. As a part of the Brio Living Services, this community is designed for active, independent adults aged 55 and older. Well-appointed and spacious accommodations ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom floor plans are available for its residents. Other features including balconies and patios are offered to boost comfort and relaxation during the stay.

Having top-tier amenities and other services, this community ensures its residents a worry-free living by providing the following: a community living room, library, TV room, and exercise room. Visit its beautiful cafe and take time to recharge for a full calendar of diverse social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team. At the Pines Senior Apartments, seniors are guaranteed a classic retirement.

(715) 386-8800

Walk Score: 47 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 3-story

Types of Care at The Pines

Independent Living

MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan 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).

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+

General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan 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; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

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

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Benefits

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

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Michigan 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 demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

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What neighborhood is The Pines in?

The Pines is in the Chelsea neighborhood.

Is The Pines in a walkable area?

The Pines has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of The Pines?

(715) 386-8800 will put you in contact with the team at The Pines.

Is The Pines Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Pines is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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