Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and responsive.
Many reviews focus on how quickly help arrives and how often leadership follows up, including communication during care changes. Residents are described as treated with respect, kindness, and patience, and families say they feel heard when they have concerns. Several reviewers also mention prompt call-bell response and staff who take time to speak with families.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Memory care support stands out
Memory care is reinforced by staff expertise and resident-specific support.
Multiple reviews describe dementia-focused experience, including staff knowledge of dementia triggers and adapting care as needs change. Families also mention medication management and attention to mood and comfort for residents in memory care. The community’s care services include specialized memory care programming, and residents describe support that fits those cognitive and medical needs.
common7 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Residents have frequent activities and outings to stay involved.
Reviews commonly mention the activities director and the variety of things happening, including groups, games, and planned events for residents and visiting families. Several reviewers say there is always something going on when they stop by, and they describe the activities team as caring and engaging. The community also lists scheduled daily activities plus programs like arts and crafts, book club, fitness offerings, and live performances.
common4 reviews mention this
Dining is a frequent plus
Dining receives frequent positive remarks from residents and families.
Several reviews mention that residents like the food and that mealtimes are a meaningful part of daily life. One reviewer highlights diabetes or special-diet needs being handled, aligning with the community’s posted dining support for special dietary restrictions. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, which matches the way families talk about meals feeling like more than basic fare.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Mixed cleanliness and staffing concerns
Some reviews raise concerns about staffing consistency and cleanliness.
While many reviews describe the facility as clean and well cared for, others report strong negative experiences, including odor and hygiene issues. Several critical reviews also mention understaffing, delayed responses, and residents not receiving adequate help with hydration, bathing, or meals. There are also a few mentions that staffing can vary by time of day and that care communication can fall short for some families.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
112 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Home sale assistance
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Private cleaning services
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Pittsburgh International (13 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
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
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Arts and crafts
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking club
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Live musical performances
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Wii bowling
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Mt. Lebo (0.1 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (0.3 miles)
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (0.8 miles)
Condado Tacos (1 miles)
McDonald's (1 miles)
Eat'n Park Restaurant (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (1.2 miles)
Cafes
Panera Bread (0.2 miles)
Starbucks (1 miles)
De Lallo's Fort Couch Cafe (1.2 miles)
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Mediterra Cafe (2.3 miles)
Panera Bread (2.9 miles)
Al's Cafe (3.1 miles)
Pharmacies
Market District Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (0.7 miles)
Rite Aid (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
Shop 'n Save (1.4 miles)
Rite Aid (1.7 miles)
Parks
Village Green Park (0.6 miles)
Mt. Lebanon Park (1.4 miles)
South Park Dog Park (3.7 miles)
Boyce-Mayview Park (3.9 miles)
Mt Washington Observation Deck (5.7 miles)
Evans Fields (5.8 miles)
Hospitals
UPMC South Hills (0.9 miles)
Transportation
South Hills Village Trolley Stop (1 miles)
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Pleasant Hills (4.5 miles)
Physicians
St. Clair Hospital (1.8 miles)
Pediatric Alliance-St Clair (1.9 miles)
Vujevich Dermatology Associates (1.9 miles)
Chang Eye Group (2.7 miles)
Upmc (3.5 miles)
Integrated Medical Systems (3.8 miles)
Stepping Stone Psychiatric Care - Muhammad I Shaikh MD (3.9 miles)
Places of Worship
St Louise De Marillac Church (3.1 miles)
St Simon & Jude Church (3.2 miles)
Saint Barbara Church (3.7 miles)
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (4 miles)
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish (4 miles)
Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses (4.3 miles)
St Margaret of Scotland Roman Catholic Church (4.6 miles)
The Pines of Mount Lebanon's comprehensive suite of features is designed to support residents at various stages of dementia and Alzheimer's disease effectively. With 24-hour supervision, residents receive constant safety and reassurance, crucial for those who may experience confusion or wandering tendencies. Assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing and dressing, fosters dignity while ensuring personal hygiene and comfort are maintained. Coordination with healthcare providers guarantees that medical needs are addressed promptly, while medication management helps prevent errors in dosages or timing--critical for maintaining health. The meal preparation and service cater to specific dietary needs, enhancing both nutrition and enjoyment. Additionally, the mental wellness program and specialized memory care programming engage cognitive abilities in stimulating ways, supporting emotional well-being. Transportation arrangements enable access to medical appointments without stress, while physical therapy assists in maintaining mobility and independence, all tailored to meet the distinct challenges faced by individuals experiencing mild cognitive impairment to advanced dementia stages.
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