Frequently Asked Questions
About Senior Rental Apartments
- Are pets permitted at Moyer House at Carroll Village?
- Yes, non-aggressive small dogs, cats and birds are welcomed. There is a small pet fee; please inquire to learn more.
- Is there a minimum age for residency?
- Yes, residents must be at least 55.
- Is smoking permitted?
- Presbyterian Senior Living communities are committed to providing a healthy environment for both residents and staff. Residents, employees, visitors, vendors, contractors and volunteers are not permitted to use any tobacco products on our properties. We are pleased to join many other organizations that have taken this step and are reaping the benefits of a healthier environment.
- May an overnight guest visit?
- Guests are always welcome for up to a 2-week stay. Consult the community manager for information about extended stays.
- Are residents permitted to have a garden?
- We have a small, communal flower garden that residents can maintain, if they so desire.
- What kind of heat is in the apartments?
- Gas heat.
- As a resident of Moyer House at Carroll Village, what kind of insurance should I have to protect my personal possessions? Renter’s Insurance? What about other insurances?
- Renter’s Insurance is recommended for the amount of your personal property. In addition, you should retain your health, liability, auto, and life insurance, just as though you were living outside of a retirement village.
- Must I be Presbyterian or a member of a Presbyterian Church to be accepted for admission?
- No. As a Presbyterian Senior Living Community, we enjoy the strength and stability of an organization that has served seniors for more than 80 years. Caring for people is not just our job – it’s our calling. It is our policy to admit and treat all residents without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, sex, religious creed, handicap or disability.
- What makes Presbyterian Senior Living Communities different?
- Presbyterian Senior Living Communities have the strength of a relatively large organization and the financial resources to provide the security that older adults expect from an organization that promises to be there for as long as needed. Our individual communities, however, offer a range of sizes and reflect our commitment to the personal touch. They are places where the staff can know each resident as an individual, and where residents’ likes and dislikes are recognized and accommodated whenever possible. Being not-for-profit gives our organization the freedom to concentrate on the needs of residents first. While for-profit corporations have the dual responsibility of providing care for residents, as well as satisfying the needs of investors, we can remain more sharply focused on meeting the needs of residents. We believe that the ability to express these higher values also enables us to attract employees and volunteers with similar values.
- Are criminal background checks conducted?
- We are committed to the safety of all of our residents. Criminal background checks have historically been routinely conducted for all staff prior to hiring. In addition, criminal background checks are conducted during the application process for independent living residents to identify felony convictions which may interfere with the health, safety and right to peaceful enjoyment of other community residents.
- Do you permit hunting and/or heirloom firearms?
- Liability is an issue regarding the storing or displaying of weapons on site. Guns and other weapons may not be retained or stored. Collector weapons can be put on display provided that they are certified as not being able to be fired.
- Are there additional costs/fees other than the monthly fees, cost to move in and telephone bill? Any hidden fees similar to condo or maintenance fees?
- There are no hidden charges. We will accommodate any reasonable requests for updates or changes within the apartments. Please speak to the community manager for more information.
