The Pines Senior Living is an assisted living community located in Clarks Summit, PA. This senior care facility provides a range of services and amenities designed to cater to the needs of its residents, with a particular focus on assisted living and support for those experiencing memory loss. The community is designed to resemble an upscale hotel, featuring a welcoming environment that includes amenities such as a barber/beauty salon and an exercise room, contributing to a comfortable lifestyle for its residents.
The Pines Senior Living offers comprehensive care and medical support tailored to a variety of needs. For residents requiring diabetes care, the community provides personalized management plans and monitoring to ensure proper health maintenance. Those requiring incontinence or ambulatory care also receive professional assistance, ensuring residents can remain active and comfortable. Memory care services are a key focus, with the facility offering a secured community specifically designed to accommodate memory loss, giving residents the freedom to explore safely via outdoor walking paths. Medication management services are available to ensure that all residents maintain their prescribed medication regimens accurately and safely. Moreover, residents have access to clubs and communities, promoting social interaction and engagement, supplemented by activities like yoga and chair yoga, which support physical and mental well-being.
Transportation services at The Pines Senior Living include complimentary transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service is aimed at facilitating residents' access to necessary appointments, errands, and other engagements, ensuring they can maintain an active and social lifestyle. The community also organizes regular outdoor excursions, which are appreciated for providing intellectual and spiritual engagement opportunities.
Additional feedback from resident and family reviews highlights the facility’s professional and attentive care provided by the staff, with many families noting successful transitions into assisted living. The array of activities designed for intellectual and spiritual engagement, alongside opportunities for socialization, are well-received. However, some reviews indicate a need for improvements in management consistency, handling of medical needs, and staffing. Issues mentioned include low pay scales for staff, inconsistent response times to care needs, and variable meal quality over time. While the environment and overall experience are positively received by many, these areas of concern indicate room for improvement in consistent care delivery.
Costs at this community start at $2,325 and range up to $6,950. The average price in the community is $4,637, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,057. The cost of assisted living 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.