Baptist Homes of Western Pennsylvania is a care facility located in Pittsburgh, PA, that provides a spectrum of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. As a part of the Baptist Senior Family, the facility aims to offer a continuum of care that addresses the changing needs of older adults. Recently, efforts have been made to upgrade the infrastructure and enhance service delivery with a focus on improving resident quality of life through modernized living spaces and updated care methodologies.
Baptist Homes emphasizes a comprehensive approach to nursing care, offering various therapeutic services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy to aid residents in maintaining and improving their functional abilities. The facility ensures continuous medical support with 24-hour licensed practical nurse availability, and provides specific care options like incontinence and ambulatory care. For residents with memory issues, specialized memory care services are available to cater to their unique needs. Additional medical support includes optometry services and diabetes care management. The facility also features a barber/beauty salon for grooming needs and a dedicated beauty shop. Fitness programs are conducted to promote physical well-being, while medication management ensures proper usage and administration of prescriptions.
Transportation services at Baptist Homes are designed to assist residents with both medical and non-medical travel needs. Complimentary transportation is available for medical appointments, ensuring residents have access to necessary healthcare services outside the facility. For non-medical purposes or additional transport requirements, transportation is provided at cost, facilitating access to various locations and helping residents maintain their community connections and personal errands.
Feedback from residents and families indicates a mixed reception of the facility, with prevalent concerns about the quality of care and administrative practices, suggesting neglect and inadequate staffing. Reports of delayed medical response, poor food quality, and unsatisfactory room conditions are noted. However, there are some positive accounts of friendly interactions with staff and satisfactory engagement activities, emphasizing the diverse experiences within the community. Recent organizational efforts to improve conditions may address some of these concerns as Baptist Homes continues its development and modernization initiatives.
Costs at this community start at $1,300 and range up to $8,060. The average price in the community is $4,680, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,146. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
