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Chestnut Ridge Retirement Living

2700 Chestnut Parkway,, Chester, PA 19013

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(610) 447-0710

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,199
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,289

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,140
  • Average State Price: $5,482
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Chestnut Ridge Retirement Living Description

    Chestnut Ridge Retirement Living is a very large 130 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care and is located in the small town of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 making it the 3rd highest rated community in the city out of 3 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    7.8
    Chestnut Ridge Retirement Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 86 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 3 communities in Chester
  • Ranking in State: 768 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining B

    Value for Price A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Highlights:

    • Many reviews praise the cleanliness, friendly staff, and the variety of activities available for residents.
    • Residents and their families appreciate the quality of care, concern shown by the staff, and the approachability of the management.
    • The community is described as beautiful, with a pleasant atmosphere, and does not have the typical smell associated with such facilities.
    • Meals are available in a cozy dining room, and the facility offers transportation for doctor appointments or shopping.
    • Residents seem happy, socializing with one another, and the building is always neat and nicely decorated for holidays.
    • Memory Care receives high praise for compassionate and patient aides.
    • The accommodations are described as modern and spacious, and the administrative staff is highlighted for being accommodating and providing updates on residents' progress.

    Negative Feedback:

    • Some reviews mention poor management, lack of follow-through on initiatives, and difficulty in contacting management for simple inquiries.
    • Cleanliness issues were noted in specific areas such as elevators, doors, and certain rooms.
    • There are complaints about the facility not being service dog friendly and allowing staff's dogs to roam freely.
    • Unhelpful and distasteful interactions with certain staff members have been reported, impacting the overall impression of the facility.
    • Concerns about the facility being understaffed, particularly in the dementia unit, and complaints about the quality of food were mentioned.
    • One review calls for the need for new management, describing current management as rude and dismissive.

    Mixed Impressions:

    • While many reviews highlight the positive aspects of living at Chestnut Ridge, including the care, activities, and community atmosphere, there are significant concerns regarding management and staff responsiveness.
    • The facility's approach to pets and service animals appears inconsistent, which could be a point of contention for potential residents and their families.


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    Health

    Network of healthcare partners

    Medication management

    Occupational and physical therapy

    Coordinated access to mental health services

    Wellness center

    Support from specialists


    Services

    Housekeeping & laundry

    Help with activities of daily living

    Ongoing safety and security monitoring


    Activities

    Memory-building activities

    Physical exercise

    Recreations and outings

    Socialization and friendship

    Core strength, balance, and mobility exercise

    Social interactions


    Community Amenities

    Salon and barbershop

    Library

    Games room with pool table

    Beautiful outdoor spaces

    Gazebo

    Walking paths


    Room Amenities

    Spacious apartments

    Private bathrooms

    Spectacular views

    Laundry rooms


    Dining

    Bistro

    Restaurant-style dining room

    Private dining room

    Meal plans

    Daily prepared meals


    Transportation

    Transportation to appointments, shopping trips, & excursions



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Brookhaven which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 8,078 (very small town).
    • The average income is $31,750, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 83
      • Low Temperature: 35
      • Average Temperature: 59.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 145 days of rain, 19 days of snow and 199 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.1 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.66 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 218.0, Moderate Days 68.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Grocery Outlet
    0.6 miles away
    Granite Central Distributors
    1.0 miles away
    Sam & Sam Meats
    1.0 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    1.1 miles away
    ShopRite
    1.4 miles away

    Transportation

    Chester Transportation Center
    1.5 miles away
    Eddystone
    1.6 miles away
    Crum Lynne
    1.8 miles away
    Wallingford
    2.3 miles away
    Swarthmore
    2.3 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Van Stop
    2.4 miles away

    Banks

    TD Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Bryn Mawr Trust
    0.9 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.1 miles away
    Westside Check Cashing
    1.5 miles away
    Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union
    1.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    KeyStone Center
    0.4 miles away
    Crozer-Chester Medical Center
    1.0 miles away
    Taylor Hospital
    2.4 miles away
    Community Hospital
    2.7 miles away
    Springfield Hospital
    3.6 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.7 miles away
    Avenue Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    4.7 miles away
    Boothwyn Pharmacy
    4.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Campus Dental Center
    0.3 miles away
    Chester Dental Center
    1.1 miles away
    The Saltz Dental Center
    1.5 miles away
    Steven J. Rothemich, D.D.S.
    3.9 miles away
    Civillico Family Dentistry
    6.2 miles away

    Parks

    Taylor Memorial Arboretum
    0.2 miles away
    Chester Park
    0.2 miles away
    Washington Park
    0.6 miles away
    Memorial Field and the Bown Garden
    0.7 miles away
    Hepford Park
    0.8 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Mount Lebanon Methodist Episcopal Church
    11.9 miles away
    Brandywine Community United Methodist Church
    12.4 miles away
    Birmingham Friends Meeting
    12.4 miles away
    St. John's Episcopal Church
    12.4 miles away
    Gloria Dei Church
    12.6 miles away

    Shopping

    MacDade Shopping Center
    3.7 miles away
    Concordville Town Center
    8.7 miles away
    Concord Mall
    10.0 miles away
    Shops at 40th Street
    10.3 miles away
    Independence Mall
    11.3 miles away

    Culture

    Chester Fine Arts Center East
    1.5 miles away
    Nebula Gallery
    1.5 miles away
    MJ Freed Performing Arts Theater
    1.6 miles away
    Hedgerow Theatre
    2.2 miles away
    The Barnstormers
    2.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Harry's Pizza
    0.4 miles away
    Giorgio's Pizza
    0.6 miles away
    R & C's Hoagie Shop
    0.6 miles away
    No. 1 China
    0.6 miles away
    Uno Pizzeria & Grill
    0.8 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a large-sized community with 130 total beds.

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