Nursing Home Communities in Bridgeville, PA

"I visited Friendship Village of South Hills independent living for my friend. I found it to be open, welcoming, and bright. There were lots of windows in the corridors. They also have multiple levels of care. The staff seemed very nice. I also spoke to a resident who was very happy there, and that just happened, it wasn't even planned. The person who did the tour and talked with us was very informative and very good. We ate in their bistro and it was good. They've got an open brick oven where they make pizzas, grilled sandwiches, and salads. The food was decent, I wouldn't say it was five-stars, but it was good. We saw a room and got a feel for that. It's small but has nice, big windows. They have enough amenities in the apartments, like a refrigerator and microwave. They have a training room and physical therapists who come in. If you need physical therapy they'll bring it to the therapy room, or you can just use the room yourself if you want. They have barbells and a couple of treadmills there. If you need more care than independent daily living then they have internal staff that actually do things like cleaning your apartment twice a week. You have your own washer and dryer in your apartment, and they will do your laundry once or twice a week."

"My mother has moved into Mt. Lebanon Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, and without knowing about them, I like their physical location. It is close to both my mother's home and my home once I move back to my house. The second thing was that it was recommended by both the VA and hospice company I have worked with. The third thing was they were going to give her a private room. First of all, it was for COVID, even though she'd been vaccinated. They have strict regulations, and they needed to isolate her for a certain amount of time. If there is a room close to the nursing station, a semi-private room, they would move her there, but there hasn't been an opening, so she has a private room right across from the nursing station. She gets up to walk, they would know, and they are right there to make sure she doesn't fall, those were the things we like. The thing that caught us off guard was two days after she was admitted, a nurse called me to tell me that she had fallen at 5:00 a.m. coming back from the bathroom. I thought, since you have the staff, and you knew from the information provided that my mother would fall if she left the room. They don't have the pads on the bed that make a big noise if the patient gets up to alert the nursing staff that she's out of bed. They said they don't have it, but we will be putting them in, and they did. She hasn't fallen since. Also, my sister and I took clothes for her, and within two days there were no clothes in her closet. The clothes that were there were from a community where clothes are donated for people that don't have somebody to provide clothes for them. I thought we had provided lovely things, like robes, pajamas, casual tops, sweatpants, and her favorite sweatshirt, but they were all gone. I understand how that gets mixed up in the laundry, and we hadn't had time to put names in or think about that, but I was just concerned that it happened so quickly, and everything was gone. There was not a thing that we had that was still in the room, so that was a concern which I brought up. For the most part, I had labeled them all, and they're all coming back to her, so those issues have been resolved. It's not just nursing staff, but there's a lot of support staff. I'm there visiting in and out constantly now, and I've never seen her doctor. I rarely, unless I ask for it, see a nurse, but aides, food service people, and the personnel that bring her food and talk with her, know her. I don't necessarily care if they're nurses or not. I need people that care about her or recognize that she might need something that she hasn't. That, they do very well, the staff that I've seen coming in and out of her room. She doesn't leave her room much, but she has started to. She has started to go out of her room, and sit in a chair right outside her room, which is steps away from the nursing station, just watching activities. I don't know if they have activities. She's not a joiner, but she likes chatting with everybody, so she's being friendly, and receptive, and not frightened."

"Asbury Heights had everything that any other place had, probably even more. It was nice. The staff was very friendly and got to me quickly and gave me all the information I need up front without me having to ask questions. They've got everything, memory care, all the way up to independent living. They've got little houses onsite or single-family homes. It's less than a mile from our house and he likes it. It is really important to me that my cousin feels comfortable there, and he has some friends who already live there."

"My father stayed there for about 6 weeks after his kidneys failed and he was having a hard time adjusting to dialysis. He was still revering from a stroke and had begun dialysis and had gotten really sick. I never expected him to recover but amazingly he was able to move to an assisted living facility after around 6 weeks of care and therapies. he had a private room on the first floor that was clean and nice and private. Private rooms are very rare in Pittsburgh and make such a difference for the patient and the family. I was able to take my children there to visit and it was never unpleasant. I think the first floor is the nice floor with people who are recovering rather than long term residents. I did not worry about him while he was there and trusted that he was happy there even when I wasn't there watching over his care. I may have been lucky because it was a short term stay and my dad loved the therapists. I will never forget the first time I was able to take him out on my own again. I didn't think that would ever happen. "

"My mom was placed here for rehabilitation - the staff was so very sweet to my mom. Kind, caring and gentle. I can not say enough how wonderful they were for the short time my mom was there. Thank you."

"This nursing home has a great staff and support system that rivals some of the large and understaffed facilities. I would highly recommend that if you are looking for a nursing home, look no further than McMurray Hills Manor. The beds are filling up fast due to their care and love for the patients. Many thanks to the staff and nurses, and particularly the aids. "

"My family member works here and when I Visited her. I saw the love and caring that they gave all patients.The patients love the staff. Employee shares there life with these patients. "

"My mother recently spent a month at Meadowcrest. Not a woman known to be easy to please, nevertheless, she was exceedingly happy there. The staff was very kind and attentive to her needs. The facility, though less picturesque than some, was clean and well maintained. Neither I, nor she would hesitate to recommend this place for a loved one."

"I received wonderful considerate care. Staff was attentive and kind. My room was clean and was kept clean by diligent housekeepers. The food was excellent- great selection, cooked to have flavor, and well presented. I truly don't understand the complaints about the food. I one OT who was way too pushy- she badgered me until I told her to leave me alone. She was awful. Suzanne in PT is amazing- kind and patient. Dana is a taskmaster but she got me through the early PT days. And I am grateful. Activities left much to be desired. Nothing was offered on weekends- no one invited me or my roommate to anything. Invitations through the week were also largely non-existent. I cant highlight one staff over another. They were ALL excellent. They were angels to me. Response times were fast, they were pleasant and they, again, were always kind. Thank you, John W., for letting get strong again with people I know and trust."

"It was beautiful, but the nurses was clueless. You can tell they were fresh out of school and did not have a clue how to care for elderly. For the money it costs to live there, you think they would hire more experienced nursing staff. This is an important aspect to a retirement community. It doesn't matter how beautiful it is, it the staff that matters. After doing some research, came to find out they have a high turn over rate for the employees, so this could be why they had inexpienced nurses. "

"Golden Living was horrible, and we will never go back there again. The food was alright, and they were terribly understaffed. The noise level was atrocious; it was so noisy all the time. The therapy department was good, and I did like it but the nursing side of it was pretty intolerable for him. "

"Did a recent tour of the facility while enjoying an event held there It was not a schedule tour. The facility was warm and welcoming. I live in an independent senior hi-rise at the moment. I would recommend going to Baldwin Health Center."

"Please do not judge this center from comparing to new centers just built. The staff here on the dementia unit is incredible. Nurse Jessica is one of the most articulate and caring nurses our family has ever met. We are a family of experienced healthcare workers from doctors, pharmacists, clinical lab scientists and office managers. Our mom has received excellent care. Her leg wound was completely healed by the excellent wound doctor on staff. I hate to mention names because so many deserve praise that care for my mom. Amanda, Brittney, Laura and Sara, and many other care so much about the residents. Also the male nurse is fantastic. They offered me a nice lounge to take my mom to and spend as long as I wanted with her. They continue to check on her even when I visit. My mom is kept so clean and I know this makes my mom happy and even gets her nails painted regularly and each of her children have visited and found nothing wrong with this center. We receive updates from nursing staff and always a cheerful greeting when we call and ask about her health. Most of all my mom is treated with dignity and love. I have felt like my mom really is so happy. She tells everyone she loves them often. The laundry is washed everyday and her bedding is kept so clean. Even bedspreads are laundered daily. My moms spiritual needs are met and they keep a rosary on her which is everything to my mom. They read prayer books with her too. You will find the residents sitting around the nursing station talking all day long. The nurses love this too ! I’m sure you will find a newer center but not better staff than the dementia unit staff here. Praise to all of them from the charge nurse to the laundry team. I spoke with a couple sitting outside and the gentleman said his wife had been to several centers around pittsburgh and he said this was the happiest his wife had ever been. He was so happy because she received care and compassion. Thank you all for the amazing effort you ALL give everyday especially in these exhausting COVID times. I wish I could remember more names from the dementia unit to include so please this praise goes to each and every one of you. Job well done team ! "

"We have my mother-in-law set up in Oakleaf Personal Care Home. The community is spectacular, terrific, and wonderful. Her room is perfect. They have entertainment that comes in from time to time and play bingo in the morning. They have a priest that comes to say the rosary and have religious services. They have a pool table and many televisions around the place. The food is good; they have fine dining facilities. The staff is exceptional and give her so much care far beyond my expectations. "