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3.6 from 118 reviews
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Overall Review of Tucker House Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
caveat17 reviews mention this
Cleanliness feels inconsistent
Residents and visitors describe both noticeably clean spaces and strong cleanliness concerns.
Some reviewers say the facility looked clean, smelled fine, and had clean bathrooms during visits. Others report strong odor issues, including urine-like smells, and describe rooms and surfaces as filthy or run down. Several accounts mention pests such as roaches or bed bugs, along with claims that housekeeping did not keep up. A few reviewers also note improved odor during later visits, which suggests the experience is not always steady.
common22 reviews mention this
Staff kindness and responsiveness stand out
Multiple residents and family members describe staff as kind, helpful, and attentive.
Across reviews, people often mention friendly, courteous, and professional staff who greet visitors and answer questions. Several families describe nurses and caregivers as attentive to daily needs and concerns, including helping with transfers, cleaning, or providing updates. There are also reviews that criticize staff behavior and professionalism, including accounts of rudeness or not responding, so expectations vary by experience. Even with those negatives, the positive staff feedback appears repeatedly.
common4 reviews mention this
Dining quality varies widely
Dining is mentioned as both a positive and a pain point in reviews.
Some reviewers say the food was good and that the kitchen followed their dietary preferences, including avoiding pork for a resident. Others describe meals as unpleasant or “nasty.” A resident’s diet needs also come up in both praise and criticism, including claims about special dietary restrictions being handled well. Overall, dining quality appears uneven from one person’s experience to the next.
common4 reviews mention this
Activities help make visits easier
Reviews frequently mention activities that keep residents engaged and families informed.
Several people point to on-site activities such as parties and scheduled programming, and they describe the activity staff as helpful. Others mention resident-run or daily activity routines that make the day feel more organized. A few reviews also describe family-oriented touchpoints, like updates about day-to-day routines and items available through a small store on certain days. While activity praise is common, it is not universal across all reviews.
caveat8 reviews mention this
Care concerns are serious for some
Some reviews express major concerns about care delivery and supervision.
A number of critical reviews describe neglect-related problems, including claims of poor hygiene, inadequate monitoring, and failures to provide or follow through on care needs. Several reviews raise specific incidents, such as falls or injuries, and question whether staff responded appropriately. There are also allegations tied to medication handling, communication with family, and accountability. These negative stories are countered by other reviews that describe excellent care and therapy help, but the concerns are recurring enough to be notable.
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Features
Housing
180 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
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
Transportation
Philadelphia International (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
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
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
Rite Aid (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
Walgreens (1.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Parks
Franklin Square (0.7 miles)
Piazza Dog Park (0.9 miles)
Independence National Historical Park (1.1 miles)
Race Street Pier (1.1 miles)
Palmer Doggie Depot (1.4 miles)
Rittenhouse Square (1.4 miles)
Palmer Park Farmers Market (1.4 miles)
Transportation
Jefferson Station (0.9 miles)
30th Street Station (1.6 miles)
SEPTA: MFL/TRL 30th Street Station (1.7 miles)
Septa Wayne Junction Station (4 miles)
Restaurants
Independence Beer Garden (1 miles)
Middle Child Clubhouse (1 miles)
The Franklin Fountain (1.2 miles)
U Bar (1.2 miles)
Tabu Lounge & Sports Bar (1.2 miles)
K'Far (1.3 miles)
Parc Brasserie (1.4 miles)
Cafes
La Colombe Coffee Roasters (1.2 miles)
Elixr Coffee (1.2 miles)
La Colombe Torrefaction (1.3 miles)
ReAnimator Coffee (1.7 miles)
Panera Bread (4.2 miles)
Starbucks (4.3 miles)
Starbucks (4.5 miles)
Theaters
Landmark Theatres - Ritz Five (1.3 miles)
Hospitals
Episcopal Hospital (2.2 miles)
The Pavilion (2.3 miles)
Veterans Administration Community Living Center (2.6 miles)
Cooper University Hospital (2.6 miles)
Philadelphia VA Medical Center (2.7 miles)
Temple University Hospital (2.8 miles)
St Christopher's Hospital for Children (3.3 miles)
Physicians
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2.4 miles)
CHOP Buerger Center for Advanced Pediatric Care - Raymond G. Perelman Campus (2.4 miles)
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180 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
Philadelphia International (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Vibrant urban location with extensive nearby amenities (cafes, parks, pharmacies, restaurants, theaters, hospitals) and easy access to healthcare.
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