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Overall Review of St Francis Nursing Ctr
caveat7 reviews mention this
Staff response and phone access
Families describe delayed help and trouble reaching the unit by phone or room devices.
Several residents and families mention difficulties getting timely responses, including call lights not being answered promptly and long waits for help. A number of reviewers also describe nurses hanging up during calls, or room phones that were not working when communication depended on them. In the same set of stories, families describe being unable to get clear information when they tried to reach staff.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Care issues and mobility changes
Reviewers repeatedly raise concerns about basic care and keeping residents active.
A recurring concern in the reviews is that residents who could walk on admission were placed in wheelchairs and kept there for long stretches. Multiple reviewers connect their loved ones’ health decline to issues like bedsores, missed diabetic dietary needs, or physical therapy being stopped or limited. Some accounts also describe medication problems and delayed recognition of illness, alongside the resulting harm to residents.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness feels inconsistent
Some reviewers praise cleanliness, while others describe the facility as dirty or smelly.
A portion of reviews say the facility is clean and that their loved ones’ rooms and common areas were well kept. Other reviewers describe a disgusting indoor environment, dirty conditions on a dementia unit, and an unpleasant smell. Taken together, residents and families don’t describe cleanliness the same way from visit to visit.
common4 reviews mention this
Food and activities divide opinions
Dining and activities show up in reviews as both a plus and a concern.
Some families say residents enjoyed the food and participated in activities during rehab or therapy. Others report that dietary needs weren’t met, including a diabetic diet not being received or menu changes not being made when requested. The reviews suggest meal service and supportive routine can vary depending on the resident and care plan.
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Features
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Transportation
Pittsburgh International (16 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for senior living. With multiple pharmacies within close proximity, access to healthcare and medications is easily accessible. There are also several cafes and restaurants nearby for socialization and dining options. Places of worship provide spiritual support, while various physicians' offices cater to medical needs. The presence of hospitals, including specialized facilities such as the Hillman Cancer Center and UPMC Children's Hospital, ensures quality healthcare services. Nearby parks offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisure activities. Additionally, transportation options are available with the Amtrak station and bus station located within a reasonable distance for easy travel.
Pharmacies
Stanton Negley Drug Company (0.3 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
Rite Aid (1 miles)
Rite Aid (1.2 miles)
Rite Aid (1.7 miles)
Shop 'n Save (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
Cafes
Redstart Roasters (0.5 miles)
Bakery Square (0.9 miles)
Arriviste Coffee Bar (1.1 miles)
Starbucks (1.5 miles)
Trace Brewing (1.7 miles)
The Abbey on Butler Street (2 miles)
Panera Bread (2 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.5 miles)
Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar Penn Ave (0.7 miles)
Spork (0.8 miles)
East End Brewing Company (0.9 miles)
5801 Video Lounge & Cafe (1 miles)
Wendy's (1.2 miles)
The Allegheny Wine Mixer (1.8 miles)
Places of Worship
Calvary Episcopal Church (0.9 miles)
First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood (3.2 miles)
Physicians
Aiken Medical Building (1.4 miles)
Bellissimo Plastic Surgery & Medi Spa (1.6 miles)
Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC (2.7 miles)
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2.8 miles)
Kaufmann Medical Building (2.9 miles)
Advanced Dermatology (3.2 miles)
Renaissance Family Practice (3.6 miles)
Hospitals
Southwestern Veterans Center (1.4 miles)
Western Pennsylvania Hospital labor and delivery (1.4 miles)
Western Pennsylvania Hospital (1.4 miles)
Hillman Cancer Center (1.5 miles)
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (1.7 miles)
St Margaret's Hospital Emergency Department (1.9 miles)
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Medicare provides limited coverage for skilled nursing home care, covering full benefits for the first 20 days and partial benefits up to 100 days under certain conditions, after which families must explore alternative funding options like Medicaid or long-term care insurance to manage potentially high costs. Proactive planning is essential to navigate the complexities of financing ongoing care once Medicare coverage ends.
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Pittsburgh International (16 miles away)
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