Golden Living Center - East Mountain is a care facility located in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, primarily serving individuals in need of nursing home services. Certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, the center has been a Medicare participant since October 18, 1985. Golden Living Center - East Mountain is home to 114 residents and offers a comprehensive array of medical and rehabilitative services tailored to meet diverse healthcare needs. The facility provides skilled nursing care and long-term care options, including specialized care for residents with conditions such as stroke, cardiac issues, diabetes, and memory impairments. The center offers various therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, to aid recovery and improve residents' quality of life. Additionally, the facility provides peritoneal dialysis and general dialysis services, along with hospice care for those requiring end-of-life support.
Residents receive support in managing chronic conditions, with dedicated care such as pain and vision management, as well as specialized treatments like wound and podiatry care. Golden Living Center - East Mountain extends its services to include dental and hearing care, ensuring comprehensive healthcare is available within the facility. Moreover, the facility supports residents with specialized amenities, including a barber and beauty salon, and offers counseling services for residents and families to address emotional and psychological well-being.
Golden Living Center - East Mountain makes available complimentary transportation services designed for both medical appointments and non-medical excursions. This service is intended to enhance the residents' mobility and ensure access to external healthcare providers as well as participation in social activities or personal errands, thereby supporting a more active lifestyle beyond the confines of the facility.
The facility has garnered mixed reviews regarding care quality and staff performance. While certain family members and residents speak positively about specific staff members, particularly those in therapy and memory care units, there are significant concerns highlighted by others. Negative reviews often cite issues such as insufficient communication, understaffing, and lack of responsiveness, contributing to perceptions of neglect and dissatisfaction among some residents and families. The notable disparity in care experiences indicates variability in service quality, which may impact the decision-making of prospective residents and families when considering Golden Living Center - East Mountain.
Costs at this community start at $6,734 and range up to $8,517. The average price in the community is $7,626, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,473. 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.
