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Baldwin Health Center

1717 Skyline Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(412) 885-8400

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $6,640

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,637
  • Average State Price: $7,439
  • Average National Price: $5,673


  • Baldwin Health Center Description

    Baldwin Health Center is a community that offers memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the small town of Brentwood, Pennsylvania and is part of the Communicare Health network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 making it the 58th highest rated community in the city out of 67 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    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

    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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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    5.3
    Baldwin Health Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 86 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 61 out of 69 communities in Pittsburgh
  • Ranking in State: 1364 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining B

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B

    Cleanliness B


    Employee Reviews

    5.0
    Communicare Health
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 917 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Pennsylvania

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff C



    Review Summary

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

    Reviews of the facility present a mixed picture, with some highlighting positive experiences and others expressing significant concerns. Positive comments include appreciation for the staff's hard work, professionalism, and the effectiveness of the physical therapy department. Several reviewers, including employees and family members of residents, commend the facility for its welcoming environment, teamwork, and the care provided to residents.

    However, numerous reviews raise serious issues about the facility's management, staff behavior, and overall quality of care. Concerns include inadequate staffing, unprofessional behavior from staff, mismanagement of medications, and poor communication with family members. There are reports of residents experiencing falls without proper notification to family, belongings going missing, and a general lack of responsiveness from the facility. Some reviewers have described the environment as unorganized, understaffed, and lacking in basic resources such as computers for staff use. There are also allegations of verbal abuse from staff and neglectful treatment of residents.

    Specifically, families of residents with dementia have advised against placing loved ones in the facility due to perceived inadequacies in care and communication. Additionally, some employees have shared their dissatisfaction with the work environment, citing a lack of organization and appreciation for staff efforts.

    On the other hand, some employees express a deep sense of fulfillment and pride in their work, highlighting the positive impact they feel they have on residents' lives. They praise the facility for its cleanliness, organization, and the professional demeanor of the staff. Activities and engagement for residents are also mentioned positively.

    In summary, while there are instances of positive feedback regarding the care and environment provided by the facility, a significant number of reviews express critical concerns about the quality of care, staff behavior, and overall management of the facility. Prospective residents and employees may want to consider these mixed reviews carefully.


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    Health

    E-Stim

    Central Lines/Peripheral

    Antibiotic Therapy

    Out-Patient Dialysis

    Licensed Wound Care Physician

    Gastronomy Care


    Services

    Community Re-Entry Assistance

    Short-Term Stays with Return

    Integrated Physicians

    Restorative Nursing Services

    Attending Physicians from Local Health Systems

    Specialized Unit For Those Returning Home After Their Rehab Stay


    Activities

    Adult Day Services

    Recreational Therapy Activities

    Wii


    Community Amenities

    Beauty Salon / Barber Shop

    Laundry Service

    Fully Functional Occupational Therapy Kitchen

    Cutting-Edge Rehabilitation Gym

    Concierge Service

    Pulmonary Care/Cardiac Recovery


    Room Amenities

    Telephone

    Fully Functional, Apartment-Style, ADL Suite


    Dining

    Restaurant-Style Dining

    Alternative Meal Choices

    Dietary & Nutritional Services

    Bistro


    Transportation

    Transportation Service



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 1
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Oct. 26, 1987
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 200
    Total current residents: 182
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Special Focus Status Candidate: Yes
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 46
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 5
    Total cost of fines: $206726


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2022-08-04 2022-08-17 C Construction Deficiencies Meet other general requirements.
    2022-08-04 2022-08-17 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-08-04 2022-08-17 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    2021-06-01 2021-06-10 E Smoke Deficiencies Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    2021-06-01 2021-06-10 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2021-06-01 2021-06-10 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-05 F Smoke Deficiencies Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-05 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-05 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2019-08-15 2019-09-05 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper power supply for life support equipment.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2019-05-28 $13,650
    2021-01-02 $3,250
    2021-01-04 $650
    2021-03-22 $9,750
    2021-06-04 $131,147
    2021-06-04 $201,765
    2022-08-05 $95,275
    2022-08-05 $61,929

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Brentwood which is 0.9 miles away and has a population of 9,512 (very small town).
    • The average income is $58,302, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 55.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 188 days of rain, 33 days of snow and 142 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 32.9 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 5.82% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 9.26% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 6% Asian, 25% Black or African-American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 64% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.24 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 95.0, Moderate Days 83.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 4.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Giant Eagle
    1.3 miles away
    Sam's Club
    1.6 miles away
    Shop 'n Save
    1.6 miles away
    Schneider's Dairy Store
    1.6 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    1.8 miles away

    Transportation

    McNeilly
    2.5 miles away
    Killarney
    2.6 miles away
    Memorial Hall
    3.0 miles away
    Denise
    3.1 miles away
    Willow
    3.5 miles away

    Bus Stations

    South Bank
    2.7 miles away
    Waterfront Drive at Costco Driveway
    3.3 miles away
    Waterfront Drive past 5th Avenue
    3.3 miles away
    Waterfront Drive opposite Loew's Theatre
    3.5 miles away
    Waterfront Drive at Loew's Theatre
    3.5 miles away

    Banks

    Brentwood Bank
    0.9 miles away
    Dollar Bank
    1.3 miles away
    PNC Bank
    1.3 miles away
    Solar Financial
    1.4 miles away
    First National Bank
    1.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    AHN Brentwood Neighborhood Hospital
    1.5 miles away
    Jefferson Hospital
    3.5 miles away
    UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
    4.8 miles away
    UPMC Mercy
    4.9 miles away
    UPMC Oakland
    5.0 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Spartan Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.7 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.8 miles away
    Rite Aid
    2.2 miles away
    Giant Eagle Pharmacy
    2.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Cappetta Dentistry
    1.2 miles away
    Steven L. Smiga D.M.D. Family Dentistry
    1.3 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    2.2 miles away
    DentalWorks
    2.4 miles away
    The Dentistry
    3.1 miles away

    Parks

    Prospect Park
    0.1 miles away
    Elm Leaf Park
    0.7 miles away
    Highland School Playground
    0.7 miles away
    Brentwood Park
    0.7 miles away
    South Taylor Environmental Park
    0.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    St Maximillian Kolbe Roman Catholic Church
    3.4 miles away
    Transfiguration of Our Lord Church (historic)
    5.0 miles away
    Immanuel United Presbyterian Church (historic)
    5.0 miles away
    Heinz Memorial Chapel
    5.4 miles away
    Smithfield United Church of Christ
    5.6 miles away

    Shopping

    Century III Mall
    2.0 miles away
    Curry Commons Building
    2.2 miles away
    Waterfront Towne Center
    3.6 miles away
    Wharton Square
    4.5 miles away
    Village Square Mall
    5.0 miles away

    Culture

    Permier Gym & Cheer
    1.3 miles away
    Shade Sisters Dance
    1.3 miles away
    South Hills Dance Center
    1.7 miles away
    South Hills Art Center
    3.5 miles away
    Improv
    3.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    DiSilvas Pizzeria
    1.0 miles away
    The Crack'd Egg
    1.2 miles away
    Rowdy BBQ
    1.3 miles away
    Pizza Shack
    1.3 miles away
    Pizza Hut
    1.3 miles away

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