Are there any requirements to be a resident of a Christian Housing building?
Yes, residents must fall under a certain income level to be eligible for housing at one of these facilities. Total family income must fall within the establish limits established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The individual must be at least 62 years of age or they must be 18 years of age and older who have mobility impaired needs that require the unique features of a handicap unit. See our About HUD page for more information.
Residents pay approximately 30% of their adjusted income. This is calculated in accordance with HUD regulations. Then, HUD pays the remaining portion of the established contract rent amount.
What is HUD?
HUD stands for Housing and Urban Development. It is a federal program and cabinet of the United States that has been in existence since 1965. Matters related to home ownership and rental falls within the jurisdiction of HUD. This includes safety issues, housing discrimination, senior housing, home repair and homeowner's insurance.HUD also handles a number of initiatives designed as incentive programs for specific sectors of society, such as low-income families. (Source: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-hud.htm)
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What is the Section 8 rental assistance program?
Section 8 rental assistance program refers to a federal program in the United States that is designed to help low and moderate income families and individuals rent privately owned housing or apartments. Section 8 refers to the part of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 that implemented this program originally. It is administered on a national basis by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and locally by public housing authorities (PHAs) and other organizations. The program allows tenants to pay approximately 30% to 40% of their income towards their monthly rent, while the PHA pays the remainder of the rent.
How do I become a resident of a Christian Housing building?
Anyone seeking admission must first complete an application and provide some minimum information that will help determine if the person meets the criteria and requirements under the Section 8 rental assistance program. Applications are taken without regard to gender, race, creed or familial status and are governed by HUD regulations. See our Contact Us page to contact a particular site or call 412.683.4353 for Christian Housing's main office.
Do I have to be a member of a parish to be eligible?
No. We welcome residents of all faiths and have numerous programs to meet the spiritual needs of residents from varying denominations.
Are children able to visit?
Yes! Christian Housing is home for its residents. As with all family and friends, visitors are welcome at the residents' choosing. We hold many events and social activities where family and friends are invited. Activities in the community room may include bingo, cards, sewing club and movies. Get-togethers include breakfasts, luncheons, teas and dinners. Holiday parties give our residents a chance to enjoy each other's company along with family members.
What happens if additional care is required?
At Christian Housing, we are very concerned with our residents' health and overall well-being. Although the residents must be able to live independently, a service coordinator may assist residents with medical and therapy appointments, senior companion services, health insurance, financial and legal issues, rent rebates and Access transportation needs or other support services that help simplify daily living.
Yes, residents must fall under a certain income level to be eligible for housing at one of these facilities. Total family income must fall within the establish limits established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The individual must be at least 62 years of age or they must be 18 years of age and older who have mobility impaired needs that require the unique features of a handicap unit. See our About HUD page for more information.
Residents pay approximately 30% of their adjusted income. This is calculated in accordance with HUD regulations. Then, HUD pays the remaining portion of the established contract rent amount.
What is HUD?
HUD stands for Housing and Urban Development. It is a federal program and cabinet of the United States that has been in existence since 1965. Matters related to home ownership and rental falls within the jurisdiction of HUD. This includes safety issues, housing discrimination, senior housing, home repair and homeowner's insurance.HUD also handles a number of initiatives designed as incentive programs for specific sectors of society, such as low-income families. (Source: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-hud.htm)
Click here for more information.
What is the Section 8 rental assistance program?
Section 8 rental assistance program refers to a federal program in the United States that is designed to help low and moderate income families and individuals rent privately owned housing or apartments. Section 8 refers to the part of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937 that implemented this program originally. It is administered on a national basis by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and locally by public housing authorities (PHAs) and other organizations. The program allows tenants to pay approximately 30% to 40% of their income towards their monthly rent, while the PHA pays the remainder of the rent.
How do I become a resident of a Christian Housing building?
Anyone seeking admission must first complete an application and provide some minimum information that will help determine if the person meets the criteria and requirements under the Section 8 rental assistance program. Applications are taken without regard to gender, race, creed or familial status and are governed by HUD regulations. See our Contact Us page to contact a particular site or call 412.683.4353 for Christian Housing's main office.
Do I have to be a member of a parish to be eligible?
No. We welcome residents of all faiths and have numerous programs to meet the spiritual needs of residents from varying denominations.
Are children able to visit?
Yes! Christian Housing is home for its residents. As with all family and friends, visitors are welcome at the residents' choosing. We hold many events and social activities where family and friends are invited. Activities in the community room may include bingo, cards, sewing club and movies. Get-togethers include breakfasts, luncheons, teas and dinners. Holiday parties give our residents a chance to enjoy each other's company along with family members.
What happens if additional care is required?
At Christian Housing, we are very concerned with our residents' health and overall well-being. Although the residents must be able to live independently, a service coordinator may assist residents with medical and therapy appointments, senior companion services, health insurance, financial and legal issues, rent rebates and Access transportation needs or other support services that help simplify daily living.
What type of services do Service Coordinators offer?
Financial Assistance services:
Assists you in reading and understanding your bills, place calls to companies when there is an error.
Signs you up for benefits with companies who offer discounted services on heating phone services and other necessities.
Brings in banks or financial institutions that can help you with balancing your check book or other personal finance issues.
Advocates for you when you may have problems paying bills or work with companies that have payment plan options.
Negotiates quantity discounts with area businesses to provide lower cost goods and services.
Medical Assistance services:
Provides assistance with prescription drug benefit plans (find companies that offer low-cost prescription medications).
Sets up a home health aide or needed nursing services.
Sets up a "wellness clinic" where healthcare providers come to your community and offer free blood pressure screenings, cholesterol tests and other health-related tests.
Helps you read and understand your Medicare or Medicaid bills and statements.
Arranges physician appointments and transportation.
Collaborates with Discharge Planners, if you are admitted to a hospital, and work with them to make sure that your transition back home runs smoothly.
Arranges for medical equipment delivery and set up.
Distributes and helps you fill out Emergency Medical Information forms for paramedics to use in case of an emergency.
Daily Living Support services:
Assist you in finding and arranging for homemaker assistance such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc.
Arrange for grocery shopping services, pharmacy delivery, Meals on Wheels and other food preparation related services.
Arrange for transportation services for other shopping needs.
Educational Support services:
Provide monthly presentations on topics related to living wills, telemarketing fraud, home health care providers computer training and companion programs.
Connect you with other educational and recreational programs in your community.
Work with libraries to have books and other resources delivered on a routine basis.
Assist your community in developing a residents association, if one does not already exist.
Set up senior companion programs or "buddy" programs for safety or crime watch services.
Legal Support services:
Assist you in completing forms or obtaining necessary information regarding living wills or advance derivatives.
Assist you in reviewing your social security earnings statements.
Assist you in reviewing death or survivor's benefits, or making funeral arrangements for a loved one.
Will the information that I share with a service coordinator be kept confidential?
Service coordinators are bound by a Code of Ethics that require all of the personal information you share with them to remain confidential. The service coordinator will sign a "Confidentiality Agreement" in your presence when you first meet to discuss your concerns. You may keep a copy of this form for your records.
What types of services can a service coordinator NOT provide?
Service coordinators are not permitted to provide direct services, which means that they may not perform the duties of a home health aide or homemaker. However, they can help make arrangements for services that perform these functions. Service coordinators can not serve as a "fill in" property manager. They can not perform the responsibilities for the office managers when he or she is not on site. And service coordinators do not work as the activity director. However, they can assist resident association in arranging for social events.
Financial Assistance services:
Assists you in reading and understanding your bills, place calls to companies when there is an error.
Signs you up for benefits with companies who offer discounted services on heating phone services and other necessities.
Brings in banks or financial institutions that can help you with balancing your check book or other personal finance issues.
Advocates for you when you may have problems paying bills or work with companies that have payment plan options.
Negotiates quantity discounts with area businesses to provide lower cost goods and services.
Medical Assistance services:
Provides assistance with prescription drug benefit plans (find companies that offer low-cost prescription medications).
Sets up a home health aide or needed nursing services.
Sets up a "wellness clinic" where healthcare providers come to your community and offer free blood pressure screenings, cholesterol tests and other health-related tests.
Helps you read and understand your Medicare or Medicaid bills and statements.
Arranges physician appointments and transportation.
Collaborates with Discharge Planners, if you are admitted to a hospital, and work with them to make sure that your transition back home runs smoothly.
Arranges for medical equipment delivery and set up.
Distributes and helps you fill out Emergency Medical Information forms for paramedics to use in case of an emergency.
Daily Living Support services:
Assist you in finding and arranging for homemaker assistance such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, etc.
Arrange for grocery shopping services, pharmacy delivery, Meals on Wheels and other food preparation related services.
Arrange for transportation services for other shopping needs.
Educational Support services:
Provide monthly presentations on topics related to living wills, telemarketing fraud, home health care providers computer training and companion programs.
Connect you with other educational and recreational programs in your community.
Work with libraries to have books and other resources delivered on a routine basis.
Assist your community in developing a residents association, if one does not already exist.
Set up senior companion programs or "buddy" programs for safety or crime watch services.
Legal Support services:
Assist you in completing forms or obtaining necessary information regarding living wills or advance derivatives.
Assist you in reviewing your social security earnings statements.
Assist you in reviewing death or survivor's benefits, or making funeral arrangements for a loved one.
Will the information that I share with a service coordinator be kept confidential?
Service coordinators are bound by a Code of Ethics that require all of the personal information you share with them to remain confidential. The service coordinator will sign a "Confidentiality Agreement" in your presence when you first meet to discuss your concerns. You may keep a copy of this form for your records.
What types of services can a service coordinator NOT provide?
Service coordinators are not permitted to provide direct services, which means that they may not perform the duties of a home health aide or homemaker. However, they can help make arrangements for services that perform these functions. Service coordinators can not serve as a "fill in" property manager. They can not perform the responsibilities for the office managers when he or she is not on site. And service coordinators do not work as the activity director. However, they can assist resident association in arranging for social events.
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