The Best Nursing Home Communities in Cambria County, PA

"My brother was in Westmont Woods (Presbyterian Home of Greater Johnstown) for therapy, but it was too expensive for him to go into assisted living. It's a beautiful, nice, and modern-looking building. They had so much staff, and the rooms were small and felt cramped. They treated him well, but I wasn't really happy with it. Communication was very poor, and the staff was just too busy. They had a lot of help, but none of them could spend too much time with him because they were filled to capacity with patients. "

"Wonderful, caring, kind, compassionate staff. Every staff member I’ve talked with have been super helpful. This is a clean facility as well. You won’t find staff standing around talking with each other because they are always working. Whenever I have asked for help with my aunt I’ve been met with a positive response and attitude. I can’t say enough good things about this facility. Thank you Laurelwood for taking such good care of my auntie!!"

"I find the Church of the Brethen home to be a clean facility with limited staff. The staff at times is overwhelmed by the amount of total care patients. If you are a resident that is able to take care of your own personnel needs and you require limited assistance from the nursing staff, this would be an excellent facility to reside in. "

"My parents have selected Laurel View Village. The cleanliness is a five. The staff is very helpful, pleasant, and very friendly. They were able to answer all the questions. I have talked to others who have eaten there and gave the food high reviews."

"We will not be moving my father-in-law from Haida Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center because it's just too convenient for the family. They give us medical attention, as well as the personal care. They're very caring towards their patients. They do what's necessary for their well-being. They keep the family informed. The physical condition of the facility is good. There are places where they allow the people to sit with their loved ones. My father-in-law has been in both semiprivate and private rooms. The rooms are nice, and they can bring in whatever they need to for his care. He is not able to do activities. I know they have activities there. We were looking into them at the beginning, but he went downhill so quick. He's not able to do any activities. They're taking good care of my father-in-law. With everything, there is always room for improvement; everything I have seen has been up-to-date. The staff members have been keeping us updated. Any time my husband called with questions, they either answer him right then or get back to him within an hour. The staff is good too."

"For all of you that are at the most difficult time in your life, when you realize you just can't give your parent the care he needs and you now most make that very sad decision...where! My sister and I traveled that path not long ago and after a lot of tears and stress, we decided to place Dad at the Hollidaysburg VS Home. This past year has been so very stressful, especially with Covid! I cannot be more happy with these wonderful people! They were one of the first to close their doors to family and friends (which at that time, disappointed me). Because of their policies, many lives were saved! During this time, I have come to love and respect each and every person I have come into contact with...from the guards who greet you at the gate with a smile and directions, to the fine young ladies in the office who go out of their way to make dreams come true (they allowed us to spend a little time with Dad to celebrate his 99th birthday), to the staff who take care of my Dad! The activities ladies are absolutely amazing! These ladies will come in, read the bible to Dad (who loves that), laugh at his jokes (even though most times he can't finish them because his train of thought just isn't always there, they even dance with him (while in the wheelchair)! The nurses are so caring and they seem to take time and patience with him. They all treat Dad with respect. Some have commented he's like their grandfather! I HAVE NOTHING BUT RESPECT AND ADMIRATION FOR HOLLIDAYSBURG VETERAN'S HOME! THEY ARE PEOPLE WITH COMPASSION AND TRUE GRIT!"

"My mom moved into Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg. We chose it because they have a continuum of care. My mom could go into skilled nursing when she needs to. It's a nice place, and it's clean. It's very homelike. They have activities. They have religious services at different times. They have outdoor porches where residents can sit. The dining rooms were very nice. Like a lot of places now, sometimes they're a little short-staffed. But they're very attentive and respond quickly. They're kind and patient. My mom enjoys the meals. They're comparable to other places."

"My mother was in Garvey Manor Nursing Home, and it was absolutely outstanding. I could not have asked for a better place. They gave wonderful care, and they're compassionate. They were unbelievable. She was there for six years, and then she passed away in December. It's an excellent maintained facility. The staff was wonderful and very responsive to your needs. Spiritually and physically, the residents are well cared for. It's a wonderful place. I would have lunch with my mother, and the food was very good. Socially, there was a lot of interaction for the residents. They were well provided for. It was just a wonderful, wonderful place; it was just amazing. I toured some in Philadelphia, and I wouldn't put anybody in them, but this place is incredible. I mean, the floors were just immaculate and the care that they gave these people."

"I visited Garvey Manor. They have nice-sized rooms. The staff was very nice. They were friendly. It's very well decorated. It's very pleasing to the eye when you walk in. I saw their dining room. It was very nice, but I didn't have any food. It was quite expensive. It's a very nice atmosphere. It's very well maintained. It's a beautiful place. They have a Catholic Church right there on the premises so that they could go to mass all the time. "

"I was very pleased with Lutheran Home, and the people working there were very nice. The room that we looked up was upgraded,, but I know they’re upgrading other apartments. The dining facility was clean and very well decorated. They had card games, exercise classes, church services, and birthday parties. There is a call button in every room of the apartment so they are able to get help if they need it. It’s like a hotel, but they have a main meeting room where they have activities. There are places for them to be together. "

"Very caring staff. Therapy excellent. Thank you for helping my wife return home quickly and safely. "

"Altoona center for nursing is ok except one employee I called complained nothing being done so I pulled my friend out"

"My father was a resident here 3 years. He recently passed. The facility is small but that is a good thing. His care was great. The staff was like his extended family. I can't say enough good things about the Activity director and her staff. They keep the residents busy and engaged with many varied activities. The nursing and aide staff were great"

"My brother lives in a nursing home. It is Valley View Home in Altoona. It is pretty nice. They got a lot of activities and stuff going on. They have all different kinds, like in the summer time they take them to places and to ballgames. The staff is pretty good, and I know some of the people who work in there. Everything seems to be alright so far. They are just in a room. It has two people in a room, and they have a TV for each person. It is a pretty nice place and pretty clean. The people are always friendly there, and my brother is doing alright. "