Waverly Heights is an assisted living and memory care community in Gladwyne, PA.
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Waverly Heights in Gladwyne, PA
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1400 Waverly Rd # 1, Gladwyne, PA 19035
To contact a resident: (610) 645-8600
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents highlight the food quality and enjoyable dining spaces.
Multiple reviewers describe the meals as very good, including lunch and cafe food they enjoyed during visits. Several also comment on the overall feel around dining, saying it fits better than a typical retirement-food experience. A few reviewers mention negative delivery-related experiences, including a complaint about delivery and gratuity.
Residents and visitors repeatedly describe staff as friendly and attentive.
Reviewers frequently say staff members are welcoming, listening to concerns, and helping when needed. Some specifically mention being greeted by name and say the staff goes the extra mile. Nursing care is also mentioned positively, with one reviewer saying theyâve never seen residents upset or complaining.
Residents cite a full schedule of activities and on-site amenities.
Several reviewers highlight lots to do, including clubs and group activities such as discussion and bridge, plus lectures and trips. Others mention a fitness setup and additional amenities on the property, along with pleasant grounds. One reviewer also notes the facility is well run and includes multiple separate dining areas alongside activities.
Many reviewers focus on the clean, attractive look and grounds.
A large portion of reviews describe the community as beautiful and extremely clean, with an atmosphere that feels more like a hotel than a standard facility. Visitors also point out the attractive architecture and grounds, and some mention specific building features like having apartment entries without going through a lobby. A few reviews donât center on cleanliness, but most comments on appearance and maintenance are strongly positive.
Price comes up as a concern for prospective residents.
Multiple reviewers describe the community as very expensive or note that affordability is a challenge. One reviewer frames it as a place to retire only if you have the money, and another says it may be expensive even though the facility impresses. Some of these comments come from tours or initial visits, but the cost concern still shows up repeatedly.
A few reviews raise serious concerns about service reliability.
While many reviews praise how staff treat people, a smaller set reports negative experiences. One reviewer calls the experience unprofessional, another says the community doesnât look after a loved one, and another complains about delivery and gratuity. There is also a safety-related complaint about van-driver behavior, which contrasts with the otherwise positive service feedback.
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Philadelphia International (12 miles away)
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Meals provided Activities on-site Devotional activities offsiteWaverly Heights is located at 1400 Waverly Rd # 1, Gladwyne, PA 19035 in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Yes, Waverly Heights provides memory care services for residents with mild or advanced stages of dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
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