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Willowcrest in Philadelphia, PA

Willowcrest is a nursing home community in Philadelphia, PA.

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Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Philadelphia, PA 19141

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2.6 from 48 reviews
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Overall Review of Willowcrest

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Call-bell response gets criticized

Residents and visitors describe long waits for assistance after calling for help.

Multiple reviews say call buttons and intercom requests aren’t answered promptly, with families reporting they waited for extended periods before anyone came. Some reviewers also describe staff being busy at the nurse station while assistance was still not provided. A few comments frame this as unsafe for fall-risk patients and high-need situations.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Nursing professionalism feels inconsistent

Reviews describe both rude/unprofessional nursing moments and a few standout caregivers.

Many reviews characterize the nursing staff as rude, short-tempered, or lacking compassion, including complaints about missed or delayed care. Several reviews also say medications weren’t given on time or that patients weren’t cared for as expected. At the same time, a handful of positive reviews specifically name nurses or describe prompt, professional nursing, suggesting experiences can vary by staff member.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and room condition concern

Reviews repeatedly mention dirty rooms, bathrooms, and outdated or cramped spaces.

Several reviewers say rooms and bathrooms were dirty or poorly maintained, and that there were cleanliness lapses during visits. Others mention outdated beds or furniture, and some describe cramped rooms with limited privacy. One review also includes observations about hygiene issues in common areas, reinforcing concerns about upkeep.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Food quality and meal temperatures criticized

Meal service is a frequent source of dissatisfaction in the reviews.

Some reviews say meals were served cold and that meal choices didn’t match what residents needed, including concerns tied to diabetes. Others describe the food as unpleasant overall. While the community offers restaurant-style dining on-site, these reviews focus on dissatisfaction with what was actually served during stays.

common 2 reviews mention this

Therapy experience gets praised

Some residents and visitors say the therapy department is the best part.

At least two reviews single out therapy as positive, with one saying the therapy is good even while other parts of the stay were criticized. Another review includes an update that points to improvement or better experiences specifically with therapists. These comments suggest the day-to-day rehabilitation support may be stronger than other care components.

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Features

Housing

  • 44 resident community capacity 44 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Philadelphia International (13 miles away) Philadelphia International (13 miles away)
  • Trenton-Mercer County (24 miles away) Trenton-Mercer County (24 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

  • Albert Einstein Employee Health Center (0.1 miles)
  • Temple University Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • St Christopher's Hospital for Children (2.3 miles)
  • Episcopal Hospital (3.3 miles)
  • Aria Health (3.4 miles)
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center (3.6 miles)
  • Chestnut Hill Emergency Room (4.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Simms Hank Md Albert Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia (0.1 miles)
  • Frankford Avenue Health Center (3.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.1 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Septa Wayne Junction Station (1.3 miles)
  • Stenton Station (2.5 miles)
  • SEPTA Jenkintown-Wyncote Station (3.9 miles)
  • Jefferson Station (5.9 miles)
  • 30th Street Station (6 miles)
  • SEPTA: MFL/TRL 30th Street Station (6.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (2.6 miles)
  • Texas Chicken & Burgers (3.2 miles)
  • Point After (3.3 miles)
  • Dalessandro's Steaks (3.4 miles)

Parks

  • Womrath Park (3.4 miles)
  • Palmer Doggie Depot (4.2 miles)
  • Palmer Park Farmers Market (4.3 miles)
  • Piazza Dog Park (4.8 miles)
  • Champion Park Playground (4.9 miles)
  • Fairmount Park (5 miles)
  • Franklin Square (5.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.8 miles)
  • The Landing Kitchen (4.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.1 miles)
  • Pilgrim Roasters (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • ReAnimator Coffee (4.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Landmark Theatres - Ritz Five (6.2 miles)

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