Peace Care St Joseph's

Pros

• The staff are thorough in keeping tract of all the people coming and going to ensure everyone's safety.
• The activities department does a wonderful job of keeping the residents busy and engaged with each other and with other staff members.
• The staff are so organized at transporting and seating the residents before and after the activity.
• There are plenty of volunteers who get to help those residents who may not be able to hear well or see well so that everyone has a chance to play.
• The staff are kind enough to let volunteers go around the facility and spend one-on-one time with residents when there are no activities going on.
• It's very rewarding for volunteers to learn about their experiences as well as put a smile on their faces.
• The nurses are very organized when giving out medication and keeping tabs on their residents.
• The rooms are clean and tidy, allowing privacy for two people who share a room.
• Once a month, the activities department holds a party to celebrate the birthday celebrants, allowing family members and friends to spend time with their loved ones while having cake, coffee, and dancing to music.
• The staff not only do an exceptional job of taking care of the residents but also go that extra step in getting to know them and treating them like family.

Cons

• Some residents may find living in a nursing home to be depressing.
• There is a need for volunteers to help residents who may have difficulty hearing or seeing during activities.
• The staff only allows volunteers to spend one-on-one time with residents when there are no activities going on.
• Some residents may feel a lack of privacy due to sharing rooms with another person.
• The monthly birthday parties may not be enjoyable for all residents, particularly if they do not have family or friends present.

Review

When you step into this nursing home, you are immediately greeted by a warm and clean environment. The staff is diligent in keeping track of everyone who enters and exits the facility to ensure the safety of all. Even as a volunteer, I am given a temporary ID to wear while inside. This attention to detail instills confidence in the level of care provided.

One common concern about living in a nursing home is the potential for residents to feel depressed. However, the activities department at this facility excels in keeping the residents busy and engaged with each other and staff members. Each floor has a calendar displaying the schedule of activities for every day of the month. Personally, I enjoy coming on Bingo day, where residents engage in a 1.5-hour game session. The staff demonstrate exceptional organization skills when it comes to transporting and seating the residents before and after the activity. Volunteers are also present to assist those with hearing or vision impairments, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to participate.

The generosity of the staff extends further as they allow volunteers to spend one-on-one time with residents during periods without scheduled activities. This opportunity not only allows me to learn about their life experiences but also brings smiles to their faces – an incredibly rewarding experience for me as a volunteer. It should be noted that nurses here are highly organized in administering medication and monitoring their assigned residents. The rooms are clean and well-maintained, providing ample space for two individuals sharing a room while respecting personal privacy.

In addition to regular activities, once a month, the activities department hosts a party celebrating all birthday celebrants for that specific month. This event brings together family members, friends, and loved ones who gather to enjoy cake, coffee, music, and dancing together with the residents. It creates an ideal setting for socializing and mingling with those not seen on a daily basis. The dedication exhibited by the staff is remarkable – not only do they excel at taking care of the residents, but they also go above and beyond to establish personal connections with them, treating them like family.

In conclusion, this nursing home offers a welcoming and hygienic environment, ensuring the safety of all individuals within its premises. The activities department excels in engaging residents through a well-structured schedule that includes events such as Bingo. Volunteers contribute to the overall experience by assisting those with hearing or vision impairments. Furthermore, volunteers are given the opportunity for one-on-one interactions with residents during periods without scheduled activities. The level of care demonstrated by the nurses is commendable, with organized medication administration and clean rooms that provide privacy for shared accommodations. Lastly, monthly birthday parties provide opportunities for residents to socialize with loved ones while enjoying music and dancing. The staff's dedication extends beyond their professional duties as they invest in meaningful relationships with residents, treating them like family.

Transportation

• Journal Square PATH Station (0.3 miles)
• Grove Street PATH Station (1.1 miles)
• Hoboken Terminal (1.6 miles)
• NJT - Frank R. Lautenberg Secaucus Junction Station (2.3 miles)
• MTA Subway - Wall St (2.9 miles)
• MTA Subway - Brooklyn Bridge/City Hall/Chambers St (3.1 miles)
• MTA - 14 St Subway Station - Union Square (3.1 miles)

Parks

• Van Vorst Park (1.1 miles)
• Nelson A. Rockefeller Park (2.4 miles)
• Pier 26 - Hudson River Park (2.5 miles)
• Battery Park City Esplanade (2.5 miles)
• Hudson River Park Trus (2.5 miles)
• Pier 45 (2.5 miles)
• Hudson River Park (2.5 miles)

Pharmacies

• Duane Reade (1.1 miles)
• Walgreens (1.3 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
• CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)

Restaurants

• Surf City Bar (1.6 miles)
• Dominique Ansel Bakery (2.9 miles)
• Cookshop (2.9 miles)
• The Frying Pan (3 miles)
• Pier 17 (3.4 miles)
• Subway - 334 Grand St (3.7 miles)
• Daily Provisions (3.7 miles)

Cafes

• Black Stone Roasters (2.7 miles)
• Starbucks (2.9 miles)
• Matchaful (3.4 miles)
• Starbucks (4 miles)
• East One Coffee Roasters (4.7 miles)

Theaters

• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Lower Manhattan (3 miles)
• AMC 34th Street 14 (3.6 miles)
• AMC Kips Bay 15 (4.3 miles)

Hospitals

• VA Medical Center (4.2 miles)
• Bellevue Hospital Center (4.4 miles)

Places of Worship

• St. Patrick's Cathedral (4.7 miles)