Epworth Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center is a memory care community in Tyrone, PA.
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Epworth Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center in Tyrone, PA
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951 Washington Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and visitors repeatedly describe the building as clean and well maintained.
Multiple reviews highlight how clean the facility feels, with comments about rooms, common areas, and bathrooms. Several people also mention noticing a well-kept look on visits and feeling comfortable in the space. A few reviewers also connect cleanliness with pride in daily work by housekeeping and floor staff.
Kind, responsive caregivers are a consistent reason people say they feel supported.
Across reviews, residents and families describe staff as friendly, helpful, and compassionate, often naming nurses, CNAs, and activity staff. Visitors also mention feeling welcomed and able to get answers during check-in or when they had questions. Even in more critical reviews, people generally focus on communication and follow-through issues rather than questioning whether staff care at all.
Some reviewers report delays or gaps in care when staffing feels insufficient.
A recurring concern is that staffing may be too thin at times, leading to issues like call buttons not being answered quickly and medication not arriving on time. Other reviews mention examples involving meal timing, follow-through on needs, and attention to residentsâ comfort. While many people praise care, these negative experiences show inconsistent responsiveness for some residents and families.
Food draws both complaints and mild praise, with some calling it a major drawback.
Several reviews criticize the food, including comments describing it as the worst they have ever had or not fit to eat. Others say the food is not great but that staff âtry so hard,â suggesting service effort may outweigh meal quality for some. At least one review notes that food has improved over time, but still doesnât fully satisfy everyone.
Daily activities and social time are something several reviewers notice.
Reviews mention activities staff and describe residents being included through scheduled or resident-participation events. A couple of families also call out how activities create a more positive, social day-to-day experience. One reviewer describes personal engagement during a visit, reinforcing that activities can be more than background programming.
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102 resident community capacity
Memory Care
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
University Park (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
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
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions Specialized memory care programming Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesEpworth Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center is located at 951 Washington Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686 in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania
Epworth Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center's comprehensive features are designed to significantly enhance the quality of life for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Assistance with dressing, bathing, and transfers ensures that residents maintain personal hygiene and dignity while receiving support tailored to their individual needs. Medication management is crucial in preventing lapses in treatment, thereby promoting stability and health. Meal preparation and service address nutritional needs with proper dietary considerations, while activities of daily living assistance fosters independence, engaging residents meaningfully throughout the day. The 24-hour supervision provides safety and immediate response to any potential issues, ensuring peace of mind for families. By integrating a mental wellness program alongside specialized memory care programming, Epworth offers cognitive stimulation that can positively impact emotional well-being and social interaction, thereby enhancing overall quality of life for those navigating mild cognitive impairment as well as advanced stages of dementia.
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