Gardens At Wyoming Valley is a nursing home community in Wilkes Barre, PA.
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50 North Pennsylvania Avenue, Wilkes Barre, PA 18701
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.6 from 31 reviews
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1 stars
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Gardens At Wyoming Valley Costs & Pricing
Gardens At Wyoming Valley offers competitive pricing for its private rooms at $3,500 per month, significantly below the average costs in Luzerne County, which stand at $5,536, and the broader Pennsylvania state average of $4,890. This makes Gardens At Wyoming Valley an attractive option for individuals seeking quality care in a supportive environment while also being mindful of their budget. The facility's rates not only reflect a commitment to providing affordable senior living solutions but also underscore its dedication to ensuring residents receive exceptional services tailored to their needs.
Floor plans
Gardens At Wyoming Valley
Luzerne County
Pennsylvania
Private
$3,500
$5,536
$4,890
Skilled Nursing Facilities with a similar price nearby
Families often describe a smooth admissions process with strong communication from the admissions team.
Several reviews highlight the admissions process as easy and informative, with specific mention of staff members helping work through details. One family said the team stayed in communication and made them feel involved. Others also describe the admissions team as responsive and helpful during the move-in process.
common5 reviews mention this
Staffing is praised or criticized
Reviews describe a wide range of staff experiences, from very helpful to overwhelmed and unfriendly.
Some residents and families say staff are wonderful, friendly, and go above and beyond for both residents and families. A few reviews also defend staff work and discuss the effort required to do job duties. At the same time, other reviews complain about short staffing, lack of friendliness from some aid workers, and difficulty getting timely help.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness concerns come up often
Multiple reviews raise serious cleanliness and odor concerns in the facility.
Several reviews use strong language about the facility being dirty, filthy, or in poor condition, including complaints about smells and general cleanliness. Some accounts also describe hygiene problems during visits. A few reviews also connect these cleanliness concerns to broader dissatisfaction with care and responsiveness.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Care issues and safety worries are cited
Some residents and families report troubling care and safety issues.
A number of reviews describe neglect-type concerns such as bed sores, untreated infections, falls, and inadequate attention to personal care like bathing or dressing. Some accounts also mention delayed assistance and communication breakdowns during critical moments. A few reviews point to staffing being overwhelmed, which they say affects care consistency.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Meals draw mixed feedback
Food quality and meal satisfaction are questioned in multiple reviews.
One review says the food is disgusting and that family members frequently bring home-cooked meals. Another mentions that meals are barely adequate. While the community offers restaurant-style dining as a feature, these reviews focus on dissatisfaction with what residents received.
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Features
Housing
120 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
Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (10 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
Physicians
Geisinger (0.2 miles)
Northeastern Eye Institute (0.3 miles)
Penn State Geisinger Health Group (0.4 miles)
General Laporoscopic Surgery - Joseph J Ridilla Do (0.8 miles)
Vision Imaging of Kingston (0.9 miles)
Genesis Healthcare - Main Voice (1 miles)
Fiume Thomas J MD (1 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.3 miles)
Ricci's Pizza & Beer (0.7 miles)
Elmer Sudds (0.8 miles)
Pierce Street Deli (0.9 miles)
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (0.9 miles)
Applebee's (1 miles)
Miller's Ale House (1.2 miles)
Theaters
R/C Wilkes-Barre Movies 14 (0.3 miles)
Pharmacies
General Community Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
Rite Aid (0.3 miles)
Turkey Hill, LP (0.9 miles)
Wegmans (1 miles)
Pierce Drugs (1.1 miles)
Harrold's Pharmacy & Home Infusion (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
Hospitals
Wyoming Valley Health Care (0.3 miles)
Center For Same Day Surgery (1 miles)
NEPA Breastfeeding Center (1 miles)
General Hospital (1.2 miles)
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital (1.2 miles)
Geisinger Health System (1.6 miles)
Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre Emergency Department (1.6 miles)
Gardens At Wyoming Valley offers competitive pricing for its private rooms at $3,500 per month, significantly below the average costs in Luzerne County, which stand at $5,536, and the broader Pennsylvania state average of $4,890. This makes Gardens At Wyoming Valley an attractive option for individuals seeking quality care in a supportive environment while also being mindful of their budget. The facility's rates not only reflect a commitment to providing affordable senior living solutions but also underscore its dedication to ensuring residents receive exceptional services tailored to their needs.
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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
Wilkes-Barre Scranton International (10 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
Comprehensive care continuum (CCRC) with extensive on-site amenities.
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