Brindle Estates sits at 210 Brindle Dr in Mercersburg, PA, and offers assisted living options for seniors and handicapped persons without age limits. The place focuses on supportive housing and gives care for people who need help with daily living, memory care, or independent living. Residents find one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments that come with carpet, extra storage, kitchen appliances, cable readiness, window coverings, and wheelchair access, so folks get comfort and convenience. The community has a recreation room, elevators, laundry, indoor common spaces, and secure controlled entry, plus safety alarms in every apartment and smoke-free air throughout. Utilities like water, sewer, and trash are all bundled into the rent.
Staff work around the clock and provide help with medication, monitoring diabetes, incontinence care, memory care needs, and help moving from bed to wheelchair when that's needed, and there's always someone nearby for emergencies. The dining program serves nutritious meals, so residents don't have to worry about cooking every day if they can't or just don't want to. Brindle Estates offers events onsite and offsite, like devotional activities and other chances for neighbors to socialize, chat, or relax together, and there's a community event calendar to keep everyone posted. Pets are welcome, but there are some breed and size restrictions to keep in mind.
This is a federally subsidized housing community under the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, so rent may be fixed or based on income, usually about 30% of what someone makes monthly. There are income and age rules, with affordable housing set up for seniors with limited income. Rent can get paid with private pay, social security, veterans' benefits, and there are community, respite, and buy-in fees, and costs for different levels of care. Applicants will need documents like ID, Social Security card, proof of income, bank statements, and references, and there's usually an application fee between $25 and $50, typically paid with a money order. The property is managed by Property Management, Inc., who keeps up with repairs, property maintenance, and handles things like the gated entry, security, and all the shared amenities.
Brindle Estates offers memory care services for folks dealing with Alzheimer's or other dementias, offers support for daily living, and tries to make sure activities and care fit the needs of each person, so people who live here feel comfortable and safe. The apartments allow for both privacy and joining in with the group when someone feels like it. The property sits near shopping and dining, right off Johnstons Lane in Mercersburg, so it's convenient for running errands or visiting local spots. Residents can choose from different room types, including studio, semi-private, and two-bedrooms, though most units are one-bedroom with one bath. There are laundry rooms, recreation areas, and little touches like extra storage or carpeting to help folks feel at home, and people often share their feedback and experiences, so there's always a chance to connect.
