Eldercrest Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, located in Munhall, Pennsylvania, is a nursing home facility certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, and has been a Medicare participant since January 1, 1967. This center is designed to offer a range of care services and medical support tailored to meet the varied needs of its residents, who number 46 in the current occupancy. Eldercrest emphasizes creating a supportive environment for individuals requiring specialized care, including stroke care, cardiac care, and memory care. The facility also offers pain management and wound care services, along with speech, physical, and occupational therapy to support recovery and maintain residents' quality of life.
The facility provides a range of amenities, such as laundry and dry cleaning services, a barber/beauty salon, and clubs and communities for social engagement. Specialized services like respite care and tracheostomies are available, along with resident and family counseling to provide additional support. Eldercrest also focuses on maintaining personal and dietary needs, which are customized as needed. Feedback from resident and family reviews presents a mixed picture of life at Eldercrest. Positive accounts often highlight the caring nature of certain staff members, the cleanliness, and the personalized attention to resident needs, particularly in hospice scenarios. However, some reviews note significant concerns, including communication issues, understaffing, especially during night shifts, and inefficiencies affecting timely assistance. Instances of unresolved questions about patient medications and concerns about infection control during the COVID-19 pandemic are also mentioned, pointing to potential systemic challenges. These varying accounts suggest an inconsistency in service delivery, with both commendable and concerning elements noted in the care provided at Eldercrest.
Costs at this community start at $7,161 and range up to $8,060. The average price in the community is $7,610, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,147. 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.