Simpson Meadows

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Simpson Meadows

101 Plaza Drive, Downingtown, PA 19335

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.3 from 40 reviews
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Assisted Living Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC) Independent Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing Facility

Pricing

Simpson Meadows offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to the broader market in Chester County and across Pennsylvania. For instance, a studio apartment at Simpson Meadows is priced at $1,270 per month, which presents a significant savings compared to the county average of $4,262 and the state average of $3,737. Similarly, the one-bedroom option is available for $1,490, markedly lower than both Chester County's average of $4,319 and Pennsylvania's average of $4,006. Even for larger living spaces, such as the two-bedroom units priced at $2,150 per month, residents find themselves enjoying a more affordable alternative compared to the county's average cost of $5,110 and the state figure of $4,242. Overall, Simpson Meadows stands out as a cost-effective choice for individuals seeking quality living without compromising their budget.

Room TypeSimpson MeadowsChester CountyPennsylvania
Studio$1,270$4,262$3,737
1 Bedroom$1,490$4,319$4,006
2 Bedrooms$2,150$5,110$4,242

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    Overall Review

    Pros

    • pro The facility is clean, bright, and beautifully appointed.
    • pro The staff at Simpson Meadows are friendly and welcoming.
    • pro The food at the community is good and appealing to residents.
    • pro The community offers a variety of activities for residents to participate in.
    • pro The apartments at Simpson Meadows are spacious and comfortable.
    • pro The community has a sense of home and provides excellent care and support.
    • pro The professional staff at Simpson Meadows are always cooperative and respectful.
    • pro Residents appreciate the positive atmosphere at the community.
    • pro Simpson Meadows offers a wonderful place for older people to retire comfortably.
    • pro Many residents enjoy their time at Simpson Meadows and recommend it to others.
    • pro the reviews highlight positive experiences with the cleanliness, staff, amenities, care, atmosphere, and overall quality of life at Simpson Meadows Retirement Community.

    Cons

    • pro The new director is beyond unprofessional.
    • pro Lack of staff is a huge issue here.
    • pro The person that we met there was extremely helpful and gave us a lot of good information about the facility.
    • pro We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved.
    • pro I was never told Covid was present when my husband was accepted at Simpson Meadows.
    • pro They consider themselves a nursing home and are in total lockdown during Covid-19.
    • pro Something seemed off here.
    • pro The next level of care has very few spots & a long waiting list.
    • pro Personal care area felt worn & didn't like how it smelled.
    • pro The memory care residents seemed sad & listless.

    Review

    Simpson Meadows Retirement Community has received mixed reviews from residents and their families. While some have had positive experiences, others have expressed concerns about the new director and the level of care provided.

    One review mentioned that the community was good until the previous director retired. However, after the new director took over, there were issues of unprofessionalism and a lack of genuine care for the residents. The reviewer observed staff rushing around, stressed and upset, which they attributed to a lack of staff to meet each resident's needs. They also witnessed the new director discussing an employee's personal business in a hallway full of residents, which led to gossip among staff and residents.

    On the other hand, several other reviews described positive experiences at Simpson Meadows. One person mentioned that everything had been good for them, with friendly people working and living in the community. They specifically liked their apartment, finding it homey.

    Another reviewer praised the community for being well-run and working well with their loved one. They appreciated the helpfulness of the staff and found the facility clean and nice.

    A visit to Simpson Meadows left another family impressed with the helpfulness of a staff member who provided them with informative guidance and a tour of the facility. They felt that it had all the amenities necessary for their mother's short stay.

    The amenities offered at Simpson Meadows were highly regarded by another reviewer who visited multiple living spaces within the community. They found it to be a nice place with options for different apartment sizes, dining rooms, a library, reading room, TV room, fitness room, as well as activities like movie nights and games.

    However, one negative review highlighted concerns about how Covid-19 was handled at Simpson Meadows. The reviewer alleged that their husband was kept in a room without proper care or communication during his stay before being transferred to a hospital where he later passed away.

    Despite some positive aspects mentioned by reviewers such as beautiful furnishings, cleanliness, friendly staff, and enjoyable activities, there were also mentions of high costs for independent living and limited availability for higher levels of care. Additionally, one reviewer questioned the facility's classification as an independent living community due to its strict lockdown restrictions during the pandemic.

    In conclusion, Simpson Meadows Retirement Community has received a mix of positive and negative reviews. While some residents and their families have had pleasant experiences with friendly staff and comfortable accommodations, others have raised concerns about unprofessionalism, lack of proper care, and high costs. It is important for individuals considering this community to carefully evaluate their specific needs and preferences before making a decision.

    Features

    Housing

    • 160 resident community capacity 160 resident community capacity
    • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
    • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
    • Studio apartments Studio apartments

    Types of Care

    • Assisted Living Assisted Living
    • Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community(CCRC)
    • Independent Living Independent Living
    • Memory Care Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

    Pets

    • Cats allowed Cats allowed
    • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

    Amenities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Activities on-site Activities on-site
    • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
    • Bath tubs Bath tubs
    • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
    • Beauty salon Beauty salon
    • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
    • Computer center Computer center
    • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
    • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
    • Dining room Dining room
    • Fireplaces Fireplaces
    • Fitness room Fitness room
    • Full kitchen Full kitchen
    • Fully furnished Fully furnished
    • Gaming room Gaming room
    • Garden Garden
    • Ground floor units Ground floor units
    • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
    • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
    • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
    • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
    • Kitchenette Kitchenette
    • Laundry Laundry
    • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
    • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
    • Outdoor space Outdoor space
    • Overnight guests Overnight guests
    • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
    • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
    • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
    • Small library Small library
    • Telephone Telephone
    • Wellness center Wellness center
    • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
    • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
    • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
    • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Care Services

    • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
    • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Diabetic care Diabetic care
    • High acuity care High acuity care
    • Incontinence care Incontinence care
    • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
    • Medication management Medication management
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Walking wheelchair assistance Walking wheelchair assistance

    Dining

    • Anytime dining Anytime dining
    • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
    • Guest meals Guest meals
    • International cuisine International cuisine
    • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
    • Meals provided Meals provided
    • No Sugar No Sugar
    • Professional chef Professional chef
    • Renal Renal
    • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
    • Room service Room service
    • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
    • Special dining programs Special dining programs
    • Vegan Vegan
    • Vegetarian Vegetarian

    Activities

    • Activities off-site Activities off-site
    • Art classes Art classes
    • Catholic services Catholic services
    • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
    • Concierge services Concierge services
    • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
    • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
    • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
    • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
    • Fitness programs Fitness programs
    • Live well programs Live well programs
    • Other religious services Other religious services
    • Planned day trips Planned day trips
    • Protestant services Protestant services
    • Religious services Religious services
    • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
    • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
    • Wine tasting Wine tasting

    Languages Spoken

    • English English

    Description

    Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA is a vibrant and inclusive assisted living community that offers a variety of housing options to meet the individual needs of its residents. With 2-bedroom and studio apartments available, seniors can choose the living arrangement that suits them best.

    At Simpson Meadows, residents have access to a wide range of care services, including Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Independent Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing Facility. This means that as their needs change over time, they can seamlessly transition to the appropriate level of care without having to leave the community they have come to call home.

    The community boasts an impressive array of amenities designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents. Activities are offered on-site to keep seniors engaged and socially connected. Air-conditioning ensures comfort during warm weather, while bathtubs provide relaxation and convenience. A beautician is available on-site for hair styling needs, and there is even a beauty salon for additional pampering. Cable or satellite TV is provided for entertainment purposes, while community-operated transportation makes it easy for residents to travel within the area.

    Simpson Meadows also offers a variety of health and wellness amenities. There is a fitness room for those who wish to engage in physical activities, as well as a wellness center that promotes overall well-being. The community is fully equipped with dining facilities such as a dining room where delicious restaurant-style meals are served regularly. Full kitchens are available in select units for residents who prefer to cook their own meals.

    Residents can enjoy indoor common areas where they can socialize with fellow residents or relax with a good book in the small library. For those who love nature, there is an outdoor space and garden where they can spend time in tranquility.

    The highly trained staff at Simpson Meadows provides exceptional care services round-the-clock. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and grooming is available, along with medication management and assistance with transfers. The staff is also proficient in providing specialized care, such as diabetic care and high acuity care.

    Dining at Simpson Meadows is a delightful experience. The community caters to various dietary needs, including diabetes diet, low/no sodium, renal, vegan, and vegetarian options. A professional chef prepares delicious meals using fresh ingredients, ensuring that residents enjoy a delightful dining experience every day. Guest meals are also available for residents to share special moments with their loved ones.

    Engaging in activities is an integral part of life at Simpson Meadows. From art classes to fitness programs, educational speakers to planned day trips, the community offers a variety of activities to cater to the interests and preferences of its residents. Religious services are held on-site for different denominations, while residents can also participate in devotional activities offsite if they wish.

    Located conveniently near cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options and places of worship, Simpson Meadows offers easy access to essential amenities and services in the surrounding area.

    Overall, Simpson Meadows provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where seniors can enjoy an enriching lifestyle with the support and care they need.

    Nearby Places of Interest

    This part of Downingtown, Pennsylvania offers a convenient location with easy access to a variety of amenities essential for senior living. In close proximity, you will find reputable physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals providing quality healthcare services. Additionally, there are several restaurants, cafes, and parks nearby for leisure activities and socializing. Public transportation options such as train stations are readily available for convenient travel around the area. The peaceful surroundings and various establishments cater to the comfort and well-being of seniors looking to settle in this community.

    Physicians

    • Downingtown Dental Studio (0.1 miles)
    • Smedley Larry C, DDS (0.1 miles)
    • Dr D'Urso (1.4 miles)
    • Chester County Eyecare Associates (1.5 miles)
    • Family Practice Associates (1.5 miles)
    • Nemours Children's Health (1.7 miles)
    • Brandywine Valley Pain Control Center (2 miles)

    Restaurants

    • Chick-Fil-A (0.3 miles)
    • IHOP (2.2 miles)
    • Chick-Fil-A (3 miles)
    • Brickside Grille (3.2 miles)
    • Appetites On Main (3.4 miles)
    • Chipotle Mexican Grill (3.4 miles)
    • On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina (3.5 miles)

    Pharmacies

    • Wegmans (0.7 miles)
    • Rite Aid (0.8 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
    • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
    • Rite Aid (2.7 miles)
    • ACME Markets Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
    • Walmart Pharmacy (3.1 miles)

    Cafes

    • Coffee Cup Restaurant (0.9 miles)
    • Stolen Sun (3.4 miles)
    • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
    • Giant Cafe (5.3 miles)
    • Gemelli - Artisanal Gelato & Dessert Cafe (6 miles)
    • Starbucks (6.9 miles)
    • Starbucks (8.6 miles)

    Places of Worship

    • Saint Joseph Church (1.4 miles)
    • St Paul's Episcopal Church (5.5 miles)
    • Doe Run Presbyterian Church (7.1 miles)

    Transportation

    • Downingtown Station (DOW) (1.4 miles)
    • Exton Station (EXT) (3.7 miles)
    • SEPTA Thorndale Station (4.1 miles)
    • Septa Malvern Station (9.4 miles)
    • Chester County G. O. Carlson Airport (CTH) (9.4 miles)

    Parks

    • Lionville Park (2.6 miles)
    • Marsh Creek State Park (3.7 miles)
    • Stroud Nature Preserve (4.9 miles)
    • Marshall Square Park (5.7 miles)
    • Goose Creek Park (9.5 miles)

    Theaters

    • Movie Tavern Exton (3.4 miles)

    Hospitals

    • The Center For Wound Healing at Brandywine Hospital (5.3 miles)
    • Brandywine Hospital Speech Therapy (5.3 miles)
    • Chester County Hospital (5.6 miles)
    • Family Lounge (5.7 miles)
    • Va Medical Center, For Information & Assistance (5.7 miles)
    • Paoli Hospital (10.2 miles)

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