Bear Mountain At Reading is a skilled nursing facility situated in Reading, Massachusetts, certified by Medicare and Medicaid, and has been a participant since July 1, 1990. It primarily functions as a nursing home, providing both long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services. In addition to nursing home care, the facility offers assisted living accommodations. At present, the facility houses 102 residents and provides a variety of medical and support services designed to address the complex needs of its occupants. The facility serves individuals recovering from surgeries and illnesses while also supporting those requiring ongoing long-term care.
Bear Mountain At Reading offers a comprehensive set of medical support services. These include nursing care provided by licensed practical nurses available 24 hours a day, stroke care, cardiac care, and specialized wound care. The facility also provides pain management and speech therapy to assist residents with specific therapeutic needs. Residents have access to dental care, physical therapy, and pharmacy services to support their overall health. Additionally, the facility accommodates hospice and respite care requirements, offering families temporary relief from their caregiving duties.
To enhance the residents' quality of life, Bear Mountain at Reading features various amenities such as clubs and communities to promote social interactions and engagement among residents. There is an on-site barber and beauty salon, along with laundry and dry cleaning services, to meet personal care needs.
While the facility makes efforts to maintain a pleasant atmosphere and offers resident and family counseling, there have been mixed reviews regarding staff responsiveness. Some reviews appreciate the staff's friendliness, notably mentioning Maryann's pleasant demeanor and the attempts to create a warm atmosphere. However, concerns about understaffing, particularly during weekends, have been noted, affecting the promptness and quality of personal care. Issues such as uncomfortable seating, inadequate room sizes, and lapses in medication management have been cited by some residents and their families. Although the facility is working towards incorporating updated medical practices and making facility improvements, these concerns reflect ongoing challenges in staffing and infrastructure that need to be addressed.
Costs at this community start at $3,250 and range up to $11,195. The average price in the community is $7,222, which is less than the average price in the area of $7,744. 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.
