The Caring Place offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Venango County and the broader Pennsylvania market. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $4,382 per month, which is slightly higher than Venango County's average of $4,247 but significantly above the state average of $3,542. Studio apartments are priced at $4,872, again reflecting a premium compared to local and state figures - Venango County's average sits at $4,056 while Pennsylvania's overall cost is $3,737. These figures highlight The Caring Place's commitment to providing a high-quality living experience that may come with additional services or amenities contributing to the elevated costs.
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The Caring Place
Venango County
Pennsylvania
Semi-Private
$4,382
$4,247
$3,542
Studio
$4,872
$4,056
$3,737
Overall Review of The Caring Place
common24 reviews mention this
Staff are consistently described as caring
Staff are repeatedly described as helpful, responsive, and kind to residents and families.
Across the reviews, residents and families describe staff who take good care of people day to day and communicate when they need something. Multiple reviewers also mention the team being friendly and knowledgeable, including nursing and daily-care roles, along with dietary and therapy support. Even in the more negative accounts, some describe competent nurses while the criticism focuses on gaps in day-to-day responsiveness and coordination.
common7 reviews mention this
Clean environment comes up often
Residents and visitors frequently mention a very clean facility.
Several reviewers say the building looked clean and well maintained during visits or stays. Families also describe a clean, quiet environment and rooms that do not feel like a typical nursing home. The negative reviews focus on care and communication issues more than cleanliness, so the cleanliness theme stands out as a consistent positive.
common5 reviews mention this
Activities and faith are visible
Residents have access to organized activities and church-related programming.
Reviews describe a calendar of activities and community services that families and residents can expect to see during a visit or stay. Faith-based programming shows up in multiple accounts, including church services that mattered to at least one family. Activity-focused roles, like working as an activity aide and volunteering for events, are also mentioned by staff and volunteers.
common3 reviews mention this
Skilled care and rehab setup
People seeking skilled care point to a rehab and recovery setup.
Some reviews recommend the community specifically for skilled care, and others call out a rehabilitation and recovery setup. A few accounts also describe therapy and daily support as part of the care experience. This aligns with the community offering skilled nursing in addition to assisted living and respite care.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Some call-bell and follow-through complaints
A small number of reviews describe problems with responsiveness and follow-through.
Two negative reviews describe situations where help did not come when expected, including reports of inadequate response to call bells and a lack of action after a fall. These accounts also describe serious communication problems and, in one case, the experience leading to a move to hospice. While other reviews are generally positive about care, these issues show up strongly as recurring concerns in the most critical feedback.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
32 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Art classes
Bible study group
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Cooking club
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Fitness programs
Gardening club
Planned day trips
Resident band or musicians
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting chaplain or priest
Wii bowling
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Franklin, Pennsylvania offers a variety of amenities and services that can cater to the needs of seniors looking to settle in a welcoming community. With multiple pharmacies nearby such as Community Drugs Pharmacy and Astorino Family Pharmacy, access to medication and healthcare is convenient. There are also several physicians' offices in close proximity, including Franklin Pediatrics and Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, ensuring easy access to medical care. Places of worship like Erie Street Church of God and First Presbyterian Church provide spiritual support, while restaurants like Celtic Cafe and The Scoop Ice Cream Shop offer dining options for social gatherings. Bandstand Park and River Front Park are perfect for outdoor activities, and transportation services like Enterprise Rent-A-Car make getting around hassle-free. Additionally, Upmc Northwest Hospital is located within a short distance for any healthcare emergencies. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded environment for senior living with ample resources and recreational opportunities available.
Pharmacies
Community Drugs Pharmacy (0.1 miles)
Callaghans Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
Astorino Family Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (6.7 miles)
Rite Aid (6.8 miles)
Grandview Pharmacy (6.8 miles)
Physicians
Franklin Pediatrics (0.1 miles)
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine (0.3 miles)
Weaver Jean MD-Franklin Women's Health Associates (0.3 miles)
The Caring Place offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Venango County and the broader Pennsylvania market. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $4,382 per month, which is slightly higher than Venango County's average of $4,247 but significantly above the state average of $3,542. Studio apartments are priced at $4,872, again reflecting a premium compared to local and state figures - Venango County's average sits at $4,056 while Pennsylvania's overall cost is $3,737. These figures highlight The Caring Place's commitment to providing a high-quality living experience that may come with additional services or amenities contributing to the elevated costs.
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32 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Bible study group
Book club
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Resident band or musicians
Wii bowling
Specialized diabetic care with inviting indoor social spaces.
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