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Brookdale Penn Hills

Brookdale Penn Hills is an assisted living community in Penn Hills, PA.

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, artwork on the walls, and a warm lamp.

  • Decor

    A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring floral centerpieces.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with armchairs, a table, and a fireplace.

  • Building

    A suburban-style building with a driveway and an American flag displayed.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, complete with patterned bedding and decorative pillows. The room features artwork on the walls, a bedside lamp, and subtle decor elements.

  • Windows

    Cozy living room with armchairs and a fireplace.

  • Dining

    A well-arranged dining room with tables and chairs, featuring floral decorations and a cozy atmosphere.

  • Artwork

    A small meeting room with a round conference table, chairs, and office equipment.

  • Television

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a television.

  • Library

    A cozy reading nook with bookshelves and comfortable chairs.

  • Cabinets

    A small meeting room with a wooden table, chairs, and office equipment.

  • Salon

    A modern hair salon setup with a styling chair and washbasin.

  • Reading Area

    A cozy reading area with bookshelves and comfortable chairs.

7151 Saltsburg Road, Penn Hills, PA 15235

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4.2 from 63 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Brookdale Penn Hills Costs & Pricing

At Brookdale Penn Hills, the monthly cost for a studio apartment is $3,490, positioning it competitively within the local market. When compared to the average costs in Allegheny County, which stand at $3,637, and the broader state average of $3,737 for similar accommodations, Brookdale Penn Hills offers significant value. This cost advantage makes it an appealing option for those seeking quality senior living without exceeding budgetary constraints. The facility's pricing reflects its commitment to providing high-quality care and services while remaining accessible in comparison to nearby alternatives.

Floor plansBrookdale Penn HillsAllegheny CountyPennsylvania
Studio$3,490$3,637$3,737

Overall Review of Brookdale Penn Hills

common 35 reviews mention this

Caring, attentive staff stand out

Residents and families consistently describe the staff as caring, responsive, and attentive.

Across the reviews, people repeatedly point to staff being kind, helpful, and focused on residents’ needs. Several families describe staff as responsive—answering questions, helping with care needs, and providing updates. Even when reviews include criticisms, they often still single out particular staff members as helpful and polite.

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Home-like feel with strong cleanliness

The facility is described as clean, well cared for, and more home-like than institutional.

Many reviewers emphasize cleanliness, including fresh-smelling areas and rooms that don’t feel dirty or neglected. Multiple reviews also describe a small, intimate environment that feels like a family setting rather than a hospital-type space. Several people mention that the overall atmosphere feels welcoming and easy to navigate.

common 7 reviews mention this

Food is consistently described well

Residents and families frequently describe the meals as good or freshly prepared.

Reviewers mention the food as enjoyable, with some noting it smells good and others describing it as good home cooking. A few people also reference meal preparation being handled by staff, and at least one reviewer mentions accommodating a special diet. Some reviews focus more on dining experience details during visits, while others mention how residents experience meals day to day.

  • A cozy dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs, featuring floral centerpieces.
  • A well-arranged dining room with tables and chairs, featuring floral decorations and a cozy atmosphere.
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Activities keep residents engaged

Families say there are activities and scheduling that help residents stay social.

Many reviews describe regular activities and scheduled events that fill the day and support social time. Some reviewers specifically call out daily or ongoing engagement, while others mention the value of being able to go to common areas for things like coffee and interaction. There are also a few complaints that the activity level changed, or that there wasn’t enough happening during certain times.

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Pricing is a recurring concern

Costs come up often, with multiple reviews calling pricing expensive.

Several reviewers describe the monthly cost as high or extremely expensive, and at least one discusses fee-related concerns after move-in. Others balance that by referencing value for the quality of care they felt they were getting, including comments that pricing was best in the area for the care level. Still, overall affordability is a repeated point of friction in the feedback.

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Features

Housing

  • 26 resident community capacity 26 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

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
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • 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
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Pittsburgh International (23 miles away) Pittsburgh International (23 miles away)
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Low fat Low fat
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Forever fit Forever fit
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Penn Hills, Pennsylvania, this area offers a variety of amenities for seniors looking to settle down. With multiple pharmacies such as Rite Aid, Walgreens, and CVS Pharmacy nearby, access to medication and healthcare services is convenient. Places of worship like Saint Susanna and St Bernadette Catholic Church provide spiritual fulfillment. Numerous dining options ranging from casual fast food to sit-down restaurants like John Anthony's Restaurant cater to different culinary preferences. For medical needs, physicians like Joseph J Stuckert II, MD and Sherer Family Medicine-Upmc are within a short distance. Cafes such as Starbucks and Panera Bread offer opportunities for socializing over coffee or a light meal. Close proximity to hospitals like Forbes Hospital and LifeCare Hospitals of Pittsburgh-Monroeville ensures prompt medical attention when needed. The presence of parks like Monroeville Community Park and Rachel Carson Park allows for leisurely outdoor activities. Additionally, the Cinemark theater provides entertainment options for movie enthusiasts. This area offers a well-rounded living environment with easy access to essential services for seniors seeking a comfortable and vibrant community in which to reside.

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.8 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (3.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Saint Susanna (1 miles)
  • Faith Community Church (1.8 miles)
  • St Bernadette Catholic Church (2.6 miles)
  • St Irenaeus Church (4 miles)
  • North American Martyrs (4.1 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood (5.7 miles)
  • Mount Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church (6.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • John Anthony's Restaurant (1.7 miles)
  • Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Monroeville (2.7 miles)
  • Blaze Pizza (2.7 miles)
  • Wendy's (2.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.8 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (2.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Joseph J Stuckert II, MD (2.7 miles)
  • MyEyeDr (2.8 miles)
  • Children's Community Pediatrics - Monroeville Pediatric Associates (3 miles)
  • UPMC Physican Services (3.1 miles)
  • Sherer Family Medicine-Upmc (3.9 miles)
  • Greater Pittsburgh Orthopaedic Associates - Monroeville (4.1 miles)
  • Advanced Dermatology (4.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.5 miles)
  • First Watch - Murrysville (5.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.6 miles)
  • Bakery Square (6.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Greater Pittsburgh (3 miles)
  • Forbes Hospital (4 miles)
  • Forbes Regional Hospital (4 miles)
  • LifeCare Hospitals of Pittsburgh-Monroeville (4.2 miles)
  • St Margaret's Hospital Emergency Department (5.6 miles)
  • Department of Radiology (5.6 miles)
  • Southwestern Veterans Center (5.6 miles)

Parks

  • Monroeville Community Park (4.2 miles)
  • Rachel Carson Park (4.3 miles)
  • Heritage Park (4.9 miles)
  • Filmet Park (5.9 miles)
  • Aspinwall Riverfront Park (6 miles)
  • Townsend Park (6.2 miles)
  • Frick Park (6.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark (6.8 miles)

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