Hawks Nest is a rental community in Cresco, Pennsylvania, offering affordable housing for adults 62 and over. The community, part of Shepherds of Monroe County, consists of one-bedroom apartment homes situated on a rural 20-acre setting in the middle of Monroe County, close to Stroudsburg, Mount Pocono, and Pocono attractions.
Apartment homes feature wall-to-wall carpeting and well-equipped kitchens with energy-efficient appliances. Rent includes electric heat and air conditioning, waste disposal, water and sewer service, lawn maintenance, and snow removal. The community is conveniently located near shops and services, with inexpensive transportation available through the Monroe County Transit Authority, Pocono Pony, and a variety of shopping, dining, and activity options within a short distance.
A Supportive Services Coordinator is available to assist residents with applications for food assistance, prescription assistance, and other entitlement programs, as well as to provide planning support for community social activities. The community is designed to help residents create their own definition of an enriched life.