Riverside Care Center - Mckeesport is a nursing home community in Mckeesport, PA.
Information last verified:
100 Eighth Avenue, Mckeesport, PA 15132
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Physical and occupational therapy support is a frequent bright spot in reviews.
Several reviews mention strong results or great progress with therapy, including improved mobility after a hospital stay. Residents and families also describe therapists who are patient, motivating, and attentive to day-to-day goals. One review also credits physical therapy personnel as especially impressive.
Many reviewers describe staff as kind, courteous, and willing to help.
A number of reviews highlight professional, polite care and staff members who communicate clearly and follow through on questions and needs. Families also describe caregivers and nursing staff as caring and patient, especially during visits and daily routines. While some reviews are critical of care quality, the overall tone in multiple reviews is that staff try hard and treat residents with respect.
Reviews consistently point to a helpful calendar of activities.
Residents and families mention activities that keep people engaged, including bingo and planned outings. One review also describes entertainment and scheduled activities as a meaningful part of the stay, with staff taking time to explain what is available.
Some reviews raise serious concerns about safety and medical response.
Several reviews describe preventable problems or unsafe experiences, including delayed responses when help was needed and concerns about emergency medical care. Other negative reviews mention serious health complications during stays, and at least one describes resident safety issues such as bed sores and falls. While some staff are praised, these reviews consistently warn that medical handling and overall supervision can be unreliable.
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120 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Pittsburgh International (22 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
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesRiverside Care Center - Mckeesport is located at 100 Eighth Avenue, Mckeesport, PA 15132 in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
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