La Crosse County Housing Authority Senior Housing

La Crosse County Housing Authority 615 Plainview Rd La Crosse, WI 54603 Phone: 608-781-5365 Fax: 608-781-5379 E-mail: ronsmith@centurytel.net

Whispering Pines Whispering Pines I opened in December of 1999 with the completion of 16 one-bedroom apartments and community areas. In April 2001, Whispering Pines II, with 10 two-bedroom units became available for occupancy. Residency is limited to seniors 62 years or older. WPI is solely owned by the La Crosse County Housing Authority (LCHA). WPII is a joint venture of LCHA and the Coulee Community Action Program (Coulee CAP). Designed for independent living or assistance options (see brochure), each home has a kitchen with refrigerator and range, living room, bathroom, walk-in storage and one or two bedrooms. Community facilities include laundries, a beauty salon, community dining room, living room and a library with fireplace. Off street parking is provided. There is a building caretaker living at Whispering Pines. Funding for Whispering Pines is obtained solely through resident rents. These funds are governed and distributed under the watchful oversight of the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) and Division of Housing (DOH). Income limits: Twenty-three of the 26 units are reserved for individuals or couples with limited income. Limited income is defined as not exceeding $26,6400 for one person or $30,420 for two. Whispering Pines I: WPI has 16 one-bedroom units. Each unit has a roll-in, sit-down shower, a walk-in pantry and solid oak cabinetry in the kitchen. Community areas are located in the center of this section. There are front and back porches off the community areas. Apartments open off central hallways with front doors offset from hall with built in small benches by each front door. Electric heat is controlled independently in each unit. Residents must furnish air conditioners. Rents are $499 per month and do not include utilities. A late fee of $5.00 is charged for rent not received by the fifth day of the month. Electronic Fund Transfers are accepted for rent payments. Leases are month to month with a 30-day notice to vacate required. Security deposits are equal to one month's rent. Whispering Pines II: WPII has 10 two-bedroom units and a preference is given to 2 person households. Bathrooms have tubs with shower surrounds. Kitchen cabinetry is faced with white laminate. It is connected to WPI via one of the WPI hallways. Apartments are off a central hallway, with front doors offset from hall. Gas heat and electricity are included in rent. Residents must furnish air conditioners. Rents are $570/month, electricity and heat inclusive. A late fee of $5.00 is charged for rent not received by the fifth day of the month. Electronic Fund Transfers are accepted for rent payments. Lease periods are one year and a 30 day notice must be given if not renewing. Security deposits are equal to one month's rent. Dining Room Living Room View from Front Porch View of Front Porch