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Golden Heights Personal Care Costs & Pricing
Golden Heights Personal Care offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to broader cost averages in Westmoreland County and across Pennsylvania. For a semi-private room, the monthly fee stands at $1,680, significantly lower than the county's average of $2,955 and the state average of $3,542. Residents opting for a one-bedroom unit will find it priced at $2,280; again, this is notably more affordable compared to the county's typical charge of $3,433 and the statewide figure of $4,006. The studio option is available at $2,460, which remains below both local ($3,436) and state ($3,737) averages. These rates reflect Golden Heights' commitment to providing high-quality care while ensuring accessibility and value for families seeking personal care services.
Floor plans
Golden Heights Personal Care
Westmoreland County
Pennsylvania
Semi-Private
$1,680
$2,955
$3,542
1 Bedroom
$2,280
$3,433
$4,006
Studio
$2,460
$3,436
$3,737
Overall Review of Golden Heights Personal Care
common9 reviews mention this
Staff are caring and responsive
Residents and families describe staff as kind, patient, and quick to respond for help.
Multiple reviewers say the staff treated their loved ones with respect and patience, and that getting assistance did not usually require long waits. Several also describe staff being responsive when help was needed, including prompt attention after call-bell use. A few reviewers mention communication challenges at times, but still describe staff as trying to help and keep residents comfortable.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Meals get mixed feedback
Dining quality is a recurring point of disagreement, with some calling meals subpar.
Some residents and relatives say their loved ones are eating well and generally like the food. Others describe meals as poorly prepared or disappointing, and a few say planned meal expectations were not consistently met. There are also comments about specific dinners not being handled in a way that worked for residents.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Communication can be inconsistent
Several reviewers raise concerns about staff communication, including language barriers.
A few families mention a language barrier with some staff, noting it could affect how smoothly things were communicated. Even where reviewers are overall positive, they sometimes describe the language gap as part of the experience. In contrast, one negative review goes further, saying communication problems and lack of knowledge affected care tasks.
common3 reviews mention this
Clean spaces and activities
The facility is described as clean, and residents are offered on-site activities.
Reviewers mention a clean environment and describe an activity room that residents seemed to enjoy. Another reviewer specifically notes community activities like bingo, music, and social events. This lines up with the community offering activities on-site as part of daily life.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Care and accountability are questioned
Some reviewers question staffing strength, medication handling, and overall accountability.
While other families describe excellent care, multiple negative reviews raise concerns about minimal care, lack of qualified staff, and residents’ concerns not being addressed. There are also specific complaints about technical or clinical competence related to health tasks, plus at least one account of a medication mistake. One reviewer also describes a lack of accountability when unacceptable behavior was witnessed.
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Features
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Care Services
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Dining
Meals provided
Activities
Activities on-site
Devotional activities offsite
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Black Sheep Bar and Grill (0.5 miles)
L & I's Food & Spirits (3.2 miles)
Arby's (3.3 miles)
Eat'n Park (3.4 miles)
The Firepit Wood Fired Grill (3.4 miles)
Vincent's Pizza Park (3.4 miles)
Fontana's Cafe (3.5 miles)
Parks
The Woods at Brandywine Community (1.1 miles)
Irwin Park (3.2 miles)
Heritage Park (4.9 miles)
Monroeville Community Park (6 miles)
Hempfield Parks and Rec (6.2 miles)
Townsend Park (6.4 miles)
Twin Lakes Dog Park (7.6 miles)
Physicians
Partners in health- Level Green (2.6 miles)
Magee WomenCare (3.3 miles)
East Suburban OB/GYN Associates (3.9 miles)
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (4 miles)
Dr Hahalyak One Franklin Centre (4.3 miles)
Orthopedic Specialists Of UPMC (5 miles)
Premier Medical Associates (5.2 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (3.2 miles)
Panera Bread (3.3 miles)
First Watch - Murrysville (4.4 miles)
Panera Bread (6.4 miles)
Aroma Joe's (6.4 miles)
Starbucks (6.9 miles)
Panera Bread (6.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Rite Aid (3.4 miles)
Rite Aid (3.9 miles)
Walgreens (4 miles)
Rite Aid (4.3 miles)
Garda Rx (5.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.8 miles)
Places of Worship
Bridge City Church (4.1 miles)
Norwin Christian Church (4.3 miles)
Mother of Sorrows Church (4.4 miles)
North American Martyrs (5.7 miles)
St Bernadette Catholic Church (7.3 miles)
Hospitals
Latrobe Hospital (4.6 miles)
LifeCare Hospitals of Pittsburgh-Monroeville (5.5 miles)
Forbes Regional Hospital (5.8 miles)
Forbes Hospital (5.8 miles)
Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Greater Pittsburgh (6.9 miles)
Golden Heights Personal Care offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to broader cost averages in Westmoreland County and across Pennsylvania. For a semi-private room, the monthly fee stands at $1,680, significantly lower than the county's average of $2,955 and the state average of $3,542. Residents opting for a one-bedroom unit will find it priced at $2,280; again, this is notably more affordable compared to the county's typical charge of $3,433 and the statewide figure of $4,006. The studio option is available at $2,460, which remains below both local ($3,436) and state ($3,737) averages. These rates reflect Golden Heights' commitment to providing high-quality care while ensuring accessibility and value for families seeking personal care services.
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Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities on-site
Devotional services off-site
Indoor common areas
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Meals provided
Competitive memory-care pricing with comprehensive services and on-site amenities.
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