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Special Care in Pittsburgh, PA

Special Care is a senior community in Pittsburgh, PA.

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1376 Freeport Rd # 1af, Pittsburgh, PA 15238

To contact a resident: (412) 967-1112

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Overall Review of Special Care

common 20 reviews mention this

Friendly, professional team stands out

Residents describe a friendly, professional team that makes visits feel comfortable.

Across the reviews, people consistently mention a team that is friendly, kind, and professional. Several residents say the staff made them feel comfortable and well taken care of, including support during treatment milestones.

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Braces and expanders handled well

Residents report strong outcomes from braces and expander care.

The reviews repeatedly focus on braces and expanders, with people describing successful care and results they’re happy with. Some residents also mention follow-up adjustments when something didn’t feel right, and they describe the changes as improving comfort and fit.

common 13 reviews mention this

Clear explanations reduce stress

Residents often mention clear explanations that make treatment feel easier to manage.

Many reviews highlight time taken to explain the process, answer questions, and share what to expect. Several residents say the approach felt calm or stress-free, including guidance on care and next steps during orthodontic treatment.

common 8 reviews mention this

Clean, well-run office environment

Residents describe a clean, well-organized environment.

A portion of residents mention the office being clean and well run. Others describe smooth visits and being able to get through appointments efficiently without unnecessary hassle.

How we summarize

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Features

Transportation

  • Pittsburgh International (19 miles away) Pittsburgh International (19 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (0.4 miles)
  • Tai Pei Chinese Restaurant (0.5 miles)
  • Mad Mex Waterworks (0.7 miles)
  • Italian Village Pizza (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (1 miles)
  • The Pub At 333 (2.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Advanced Dermatology (0.4 miles)
  • Sherer Family Medicine-Upmc (2.5 miles)
  • MyEyeDr (3.8 miles)
  • Harmarville Health South Rehab (4.2 miles)
  • Aiken Medical Building (4.2 miles)
  • Bellissimo Plastic Surgery & Medi Spa (4.4 miles)
  • Renaissance Family Practice (4.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.5 miles)
  • Market District Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.2 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (2.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.1 miles)
  • Bakery Square (3.2 miles)
  • Redstart Roasters (3.4 miles)
  • Arriviste Coffee Bar (3.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)
  • Trace Brewing (4.6 miles)
  • The Abbey on Butler Street (4.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Margaret's Hospital Emergency Department (1.2 miles)
  • Department of Radiology (1.3 miles)
  • Southwestern Veterans Center (1.6 miles)
  • Western Pennsylvania Hospital labor and delivery (4.4 miles)
  • Western Pennsylvania Hospital (4.4 miles)
  • Hillman Cancer Center (4.4 miles)
  • UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (4.6 miles)

Parks

  • Aspinwall Riverfront Park (1.6 miles)
  • Frick Park (4.1 miles)
  • Filmet Park (4.5 miles)
  • Leslie Park Field (4.7 miles)
  • Frick Park Blue Slide Playground (4.7 miles)
  • Fall Run Park (4.9 miles)
  • Arsenal Park (4.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Irenaeus Church (2.6 miles)
  • Faith Community Church (3.4 miles)
  • Calvary Episcopal Church (3.5 miles)
  • Saint Susanna (3.7 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood (3.9 miles)
  • Bethlehem Lutheran Church (5.4 miles)

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