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Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center in Lake Ariel, PA

Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center is a nursing home community in Lake Ariel, PA.

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Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center in Lake Ariel, PA

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  • Interior

    A spacious dining area featuring a long table and stylish chairs under warm lighting.

  • Decor

    A tidy hair salon interior featuring styling chairs, a sink, and decorative elements.

  • Living Room

    A stylish interior featuring a stone wall, a modern fireplace, and a television above it.

  • Dining

    A modern dining area featuring a table and chairs, with a kitchenette and shelves in the background.

  • Lighting

    A spacious and well-lit dining area featuring multiple tables and chairs.

  • Bathroom

    A spacious and elegantly designed shower area featuring textured tiles and grab bars for accessibility.

  • Lobby

    A modern office reception area featuring a counter, seating, and a spacious layout.

  • Waiting Area

    A spacious, well-lit room designed for therapy or rehabilitation, featuring a set of stairs and a workspace.

  • Healthcare

    A clean and simple hospital room featuring two patient beds, designed for comfort and care.

  • Office Space

    A modern and inviting waiting area featuring comfortable seating and minimalist decor.

1404 Golf Park Drive, Lake Ariel, PA 18436

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3.7 from 34 reviews
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Overall Review of Julia Ribaudo Extended Care Center

common 15 reviews mention this

Staff care stands out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, compassionate, and responsive.

Many reviewers say the staff treats residents with kindness and compassion, including nurses and aides who feel attentive to day-to-day needs. Several comments mention professionalism and that questions get answered, with some families also describing emotional support for both residents and loved ones. A few reviews go the other way, including complaints about abusive or rude interactions, but overall the care tone is the dominant theme.

common 10 reviews mention this

Cleanliness gets mixed notes

Cleanliness is a frequent point, with many calling the building spotless.

A number of reviews praise the facility as very clean, clean-smelling, and well maintained, including comments that visitors remark on it. At the same time, there are also negative reviews describing dirtiness in bathrooms and other issues, which creates a clear split in experiences. The community also offers housekeeping services and has private bathrooms listed as features.

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Physical therapy earns praise

PT and OT support is repeatedly highlighted as a strength.

Several reviewers describe physical therapy and related rehab services as top-notch, helping with recovery and improvements. Some families specifically credit the PT/OT team with bringing loved ones closer to baseline after a hospital stay or injury. The community’s care services also include assistance with activities of daily living and meal preparation and service, which matches the focus on day-to-day support alongside therapy.

common 6 reviews mention this

Food quality and diet fit

Dining is important to reviewers, with both positives and diet concerns.

Some reviews say the food is good, tasty, and that residents are eating well, including mentions of variety and a meal experience that feels better than some alternatives. Others raise concerns about meals not matching dietary needs, including a complaint about sodium for a renal and heart diet and another concern about missed or poor dining during a short stay. The community lists restaurant-style dining and diet-related options such as diabetes and special dietary restrictions.

  • A spacious dining area featuring a long table and stylish chairs under warm lighting.
  • A modern dining area featuring a table and chairs, with a kitchenette and shelves in the background.
  • A spacious and well-lit dining area featuring multiple tables and chairs.
caveat 3 reviews mention this

Older facilities, varied comforts

Some reviewers flag aging facilities and uncomfortable accommodations.

A few reviews acknowledge the building is older, but still emphasize cleanliness. Other comments describe run-down conditions and uncomfortable beds, along with negative experiences tied to accommodations like bathrooms. Because cleanliness and maintenance are viewed both positively and negatively, comfort and upkeep may depend on the specific unit and circumstances.

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Emotional support is noted

Beyond physical care, reviewers mention attention to emotional wellbeing.

Some reviewers specifically call out the emotional support they saw—such as staff efforts to engage residents socially and kindness that families notice beyond basic care. Another comment highlights attention to mental wellbeing as part of the experience for both the resident and the family. The community also lists mental wellness programming and medication management as part of care services.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 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

  • Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (20 miles away) Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (20 miles away)
  • 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

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • William S. Maigur MD (2.2 miles)
  • Northeastern Eye Institute (3.9 miles)
  • Hamlin Family Health Center (4 miles)
  • Pediatric Practices of Northeastern PA (6.6 miles)
  • Sterling Pediatric C (6.6 miles)
  • Waymart Medical Center (9 miles)
  • Mogerman Jeffrey MD (9 miles)

Cafes

  • Black & Brass Hideaway (3.3 miles)
  • Black & Brass Coffee Roasting (9.9 miles)
  • Soriano's Cafe (10.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.8 miles)
  • Weis Markets #106 (3.9 miles)
  • Brundages Waymart Pharmacy (9 miles)
  • Family Pharmacy of Archbald (9.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (9.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (10.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Lori's Corner Kitchen (3.8 miles)
  • The Boardwalk Sweets & Treats (3.8 miles)
  • That Shake Place (5.9 miles)
  • Rolly's Pizza & Grill (5.9 miles)
  • IHOP (6.7 miles)
  • Capri Restaurant & Lounge (7.5 miles)
  • Subway (8.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.5 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (9.2 miles)
  • Ryder Truck Rental and Leasing (10.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Camp Ladore (8.6 miles)
  • Child Evangelism Fellowship (9.5 miles)
  • The Hub (9.9 miles)
  • Wallenpaupack FM Church (9.9 miles)
  • St John's Russian Orthodox Church Rectory (10.2 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church of Hawley (10.3 miles)
  • LDS Church (10.7 miles)

Parks

  • Alyesworth Park (9.3 miles)
  • Bingham Park (10 miles)
  • Central Park Honesdale Pa (10.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • DaVita Honesdale Dialysis Center (9.9 miles)
  • Da Vita (9.9 miles)
  • Maxis Health System (10.3 miles)
  • Moses Taylor Regional Dialysis System (10.4 miles)

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