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Blair County Valley View Home in Altoona, PA

Blair County Valley View Home is a nursing home community in Altoona, PA.

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Blair County Valley View Home

301 Valley View Blvd, Altoona, PA 16602

To contact a resident: (814) 944-0845

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

4.7 from 109 reviews
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Overall Review of Blair County Valley View Home

common 2 reviews mention this

Facility feels clean

Residents and families describe the facility as clean and well kept.

Multiple reviewers specifically mention cleanliness at the facility, including that it is pretty clean and that the overall place is clean and well maintained. In the same notes, reviewers also describe the day-to-day environment as orderly and maintained.

common 2 reviews mention this

Staff come across friendly

Residents’ families frequently describe the staff as friendly.

Reviewers describe friendly employees and say the people there are pleasant to interact with. One family also describes the staff as caring and capable of supporting day-to-day needs, even while other care-related concerns are raised elsewhere.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Altoona, Pennsylvania, offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living needs. With several parks nearby, including Valley View County Park and Central Blair Recreation Commn, there are opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. In terms of healthcare services, there are multiple physicians' offices such as Blair Gastroenterology Associates and Pediatric Healthcare Associates within close proximity for convenient medical care. Additionally, a range of dining options can be found in the area, from Luigetta's to Panera Bread, catering to different tastes. Pharmacies like Rite Aid and Thompson Pharmacy are also easily accessible for medication needs. Furthermore, there are various places of worship nearby for spiritual fulfillment. Transportation options like Amtrak and Norfolk Southern provide easy access for travel. Overall, this neighborhood in Altoona provides a convenient and comfortable environment for seniors looking to settle down.

Parks

  • Valley View County Park (0.1 miles)
  • Central Blair Recreation Commn (1.6 miles)
  • Memorial Park (1.7 miles)
  • Garfield Park (2.2 miles)
  • Mansion Park (2.5 miles)
  • Canterberry Canine Recreation Area (3.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Blair Gastroenterology Associates (0.6 miles)
  • Allegheny Regional Endoscopy (0.6 miles)
  • Sankaran Manickam MD (0.6 miles)
  • Altoona Ophthalmology Associates (0.6 miles)
  • Pediatric Healthcare Associates (0.8 miles)
  • Kansal Kay MD (0.9 miles)
  • Elias - Rifkh Elias M Rifkah MD (1.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Luigetta's (0.6 miles)
  • Bavarian Hall (1 miles)
  • Buccinese Society (1 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.2 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.2 miles)
  • Brothers Pizza (1.2 miles)
  • 4d's Lounge (1.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Greenbean Coffee House (0.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2 miles)
  • Port Sky Cafe (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
  • Thompson Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Greenwood Drugs (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • Cambria Medical Supply Co. (3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Altoona Hospital (1.2 miles)
  • Altoona Regional Health System (1.2 miles)
  • Upmc Altoona (1.3 miles)
  • Altoona Hospital Surgical Center (1.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (1.4 miles)
  • Norfolk Southern (1.4 miles)
  • Norfolk Southern Juniata Heavy Repair Shops (1.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Altoona Restoration Church of God (1.7 miles)
  • Element Church of God (1.8 miles)
  • Altoona Apostolic Church (2 miles)
  • Saint Mina Coptic Orthodox Church (2 miles)
  • Evangelical Independent Methodist Church (2.4 miles)
  • Westminster Orthodox Presbyterian Church (3.7 miles)

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