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Beacon Ridge - A Choice Community in Indiana, PA

Beacon Ridge - A Choice Community is a nursing home community in Indiana, PA.

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Beacon Ridge - A Choice Community in Indiana, PA

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1515 Wayne Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701

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3.8 from 27 reviews
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Overall Review of Beacon Ridge - A Choice Community

common 14 reviews mention this

Staff care stands out most

Residents describe a nursing and aide team that is often kind, attentive, and involved in care.

Across the reviews, families repeatedly mention caregivers who show kindness, professionalism, and attentiveness. Several also describe staff staying on top of concerns and keeping them updated, including during visits and care-plan check-ins. A few reviews, however, criticize staff responsiveness and day-to-day oversight when residents needed help right away.

common 7 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy quality varies

Physical therapy and rehab are a major focus of both praise and complaints in the reviews.

Some residents describe physical therapy as top-notch, with a rehab team that pushes progress and provides compassionate support. Other reviews report gaps in therapy and dissatisfaction with how treatment was delivered. Even within the negative feedback, at least one reviewer still highlights good care from nurses and aides, suggesting the experience can differ by discipline and day.

common 5 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Many reviews say there are enough scheduled activities to keep residents busy.

Several families praise the variety and volume of activities, including resident engagement and ongoing programming. One review highlights the activities director’s effort to keep residents involved, while another says the facility does a good job keeping a loved one occupied. On the other side, the most serious negative comments focus less on activities and more on care support and supervision needs.

common 2 reviews mention this

Small, calm setting appeals to some

A smaller, quieter environment is described as more home-like by some families.

Two reviews mention concerns that a smaller facility might feel limited, then describe that it ultimately works well for them. One family points to the calm, quiet atmosphere as a benefit after comparing with another community. They also describe close, familiar interactions with staff, which contributes to the home-like feel they noticed.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Supervision gaps raise safety concerns

A recurring complaint is inadequate day-to-day supervision when residents need prompt assistance.

Multiple negative reviews describe residents left without timely help, including issues with toileting and being left unattended for long stretches. Others mention missed or insufficient attention to health risks, such as skin-related concerns and the development of a bedsore. While some reviewers praise nursing and aides, these reports point to inconsistent follow-through on basic care needs.

common 2 reviews mention this

Nearby options include healthcare

The location places healthcare providers and everyday destinations within a short drive.

Several nearby categories include physicians and hospitals, which can be important for families coordinating care and follow-ups. There are also common everyday stops like restaurants and worship options fairly close to the community.

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Features

Housing

  • 118 resident community capacity 118 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

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Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • First Christian Church (0.2 miles)
  • Indiana Church Of The Brethren (1.7 miles)
  • Wayne A. Yost Coaching and Consulting Services (2.1 miles)
  • Amplify Church (2.4 miles)
  • Beulah Baptist Church (3.2 miles)
  • Brush Valley Chapel (5.6 miles)
  • Bible Baptist Church (7.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Levity Brewing Co (0.5 miles)
  • Hoss's Steak & Sea House (1.2 miles)
  • Eat'n Park Restaurant (1.7 miles)
  • Valley Dairy (1.7 miles)
  • Ruby Tuesday (1.7 miles)
  • Perkins Restaurant and Bakery (1.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Your Compounding Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Diamond Drugs (1.3 miles)
  • Diamond Pharmacy Services (1.5 miles)
  • Diamond Drugs (1.5 miles)
  • Diamond Medical Supply (1.8 miles)
  • Giant (1.9 miles)
  • Martin's Pharmacy (2 miles)

Theaters

  • Palace Gardens Drive-In Theatre (0.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Indian Springs Eye Associates (0.7 miles)
  • Sharad Ghate MD (1 miles)
  • Mary Anne Barnicle (1 miles)
  • Pediatric Care Center (1 miles)
  • Michael R Stever (1.1 miles)
  • Center For Oncology Care (1.3 miles)
  • Neuropsychiatric Associates PC (1.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Overlook Building (1.2 miles)
  • Presbyterian Senior Living (1.2 miles)
  • Indiana Regional Medical Center (1.3 miles)
  • Upmc (2.7 miles)

Parks

  • Mack Memorial Park (1.6 miles)
  • Blue Spruce Park (6.4 miles)
  • Yellow Creek State Park (8.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.7 miles)
  • Common Place Coffee House (1.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Indiana County Airport (IDI) (4.3 miles)
  • Jimmy Stewart Airport (4.5 miles)

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