1236 Franklin Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Features
Housing
8 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Board and Care Home
Respite Care
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Pittsburgh International (19 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers- Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
- Diabetes diet
- Special dietary restrictions
Activities
- Community-sponsored activities
- Scheduled daily activities
Description
Franklin House Personal Care Home is a premier assisted living community located in Pittsburgh, PA. As a board and care home, we provide personalized assistance with daily activities and respite care for seniors who need extra support. Our fully furnished facility offers a comfortable and homely environment for our residents.
At Franklin House Personal Care Home, we prioritize the well-being of our residents by providing exceptional care services. Our dedicated staff assists with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and transfers, ensuring that each resident receives the help they need. We also coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure optimal medical care for our residents.
We understand the importance of nutrition in maintaining overall health, which is why we offer diabetes diet options and cater to special dietary restrictions. Our expert chefs prepare delicious meals that are served in our cozy dining room.
To enhance our residents' quality of life, we provide various amenities and activities. Our beautiful garden and outdoor spaces offer opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment of nature. Residents can engage in scheduled daily activities to stay active and socialize with their peers.
In addition to offering a comfortable living environment, Franklin House Personal Care Home understands the importance of convenience. With Wi-Fi/high-speed internet connectivity and telephone services available throughout the facility, residents can easily stay connected with their loved ones.
Our dedication to creating an inclusive community extends beyond our doors. With numerous cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, places of worship, theaters nearby, as well as easy access to transportation arrangements for medical needs or doctor's appointments, our residents have ample opportunities to engage in recreational activities or seek necessary services conveniently.
Franklin House Personal Care Home provides a safe and supportive environment where seniors can thrive while receiving personalized care. We are committed to promoting independence, dignity, and overall well-being for each resident under our care.
Nearby Places of Interest
Places of Worship
- First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood (0.5 miles)
- Calvary Episcopal Church (2.8 miles)
- Faith Community Church (3.4 miles)
- Saint Susanna (4.2 miles)
Restaurants
- Dad S Pub & Grub (0.6 miles)
- D's Six Pax & Dogz (1 miles)
- Applebee's (1.1 miles)
- Taco Bell (2 miles)
- East End Brewing Company (2.4 miles)
- Chick-Fil-A (2.4 miles)
- Squirrel Hill Sports Bar (2.5 miles)
Pharmacies
- CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
- Walgreens (1.2 miles)
- CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
- Rite Aid (2.1 miles)
- Rite Aid (2.4 miles)
- Rite Aid (2.5 miles)
- CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Parks
- Filmet Park (0.9 miles)
- Frick Park (1.7 miles)
- Frick Park Blue Slide Playground (2.1 miles)
- Schenley Park (3.5 miles)
- Aspinwall Riverfront Park (3.8 miles)
- Arsenal Park (4.9 miles)
- Leslie Park Field (5 miles)
Cafes
- Bakery Square (2.6 miles)
- Starbucks (3 miles)
- Arriviste Coffee Bar (3.2 miles)
- Redstart Roasters (3.2 miles)
- Parkside Cafe (3.5 miles)
- Panera Bread (3.7 miles)
- Starbucks (4.1 miles)
Physicians
- MyEyeDr (2.6 miles)
- Bellissimo Plastic Surgery & Medi Spa (3.2 miles)
- Aiken Medical Building (3.5 miles)
- Community Family Practice (3.8 miles)
- Advanced Dermatology (4 miles)
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (4.4 miles)
- Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC (4.5 miles)
Hospitals
- Southwestern Veterans Center (3 miles)
- St Margaret's Hospital Emergency Department (3.7 miles)
- Hillman Cancer Center (3.7 miles)
- Department of Radiology (3.7 miles)
- Western Pennsylvania Hospital labor and delivery (4 miles)
- Western Pennsylvania Hospital (4.1 miles)
- Magee-Women's Hospital of UPMC (4.5 miles)
Theaters
- AMC Waterfront 22 (3.1 miles)
Frequently Asked Questions
Franklin House Personal Care Home is located at 1236 Franklin Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221 in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
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