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Highland Park Senior Living

874 Schechter Drive,, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702

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

To Reach a Resident

(570) 970-4600

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,231
One Bedroom
Estimated $6,589
Two Bedroom
Estimated $8,104

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,498
  • Average State Price: $5,482
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Highland Park Senior Living Description

    Highland Park Senior Living is a very large 160 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care and is located in the town of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.8 out of 10 making it the 4th highest rated community in the city out of 17 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

    8.7
    Highland Park Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 33 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 17 communities in Wilkes-Barre
  • Ranking in State: 359 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

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

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers express high satisfaction with the facility, highlighting the exceptional care, beautiful environment, and the friendly, dedicated staff. The facility is described as resort-like, with great services at reasonable prices.
    • Staff members, including those working in the kitchen, feel a strong sense of family and pride in their work environment, emphasizing the positive atmosphere and the quality of care provided to residents.
    • Residents enjoy private apartments, a great dining experience, and a variety of amenities, contributing to a high-quality living experience.
    • One reviewer, an RN with extensive experience, praises the facility for its family-like atmosphere and the extraordinary lengths staff went to support their family during a difficult time.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Concerns were raised about health violations, including incorrect medication dosages and unlicensed staff administering medications. The reviewer warns potential clients about the care quality and urges oversight.
    • Some reviewers had negative experiences with employment at the facility, citing it as a terrible place to work without further details.
    • Communication issues were mentioned, including difficulty in getting responses from the facility regarding admissions, which led to frustration for a potential resident's family member.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • While the facility is consistently described as beautiful and top-notch for senior living, concerns about affordability and management practices were noted, suggesting a disparity in experiences.


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    Health

    On-Site Pharmaceutical Deliveries

    Access to On-Site Home Health Care Services

    Access to Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy

    Medication Management

    Assistance with Bathing

    Assistance with Activities of Daily Living


    Services

    Personal Care

    Valet Service

    Home Health Care


    Activities

    Shopping Trips and Other Outings

    Cocktail Lounge

    Theater Room

    Outdoor Courtyard

    Billiards Lounge

    Unisex Hair Salon


    Community Amenities

    24-Hour Security

    Modern Fire Detection & Sprinkler System

    No Entrance Fees

    Post Office

    Dry Cleaning Valet Service

    Maintenance Free Living


    Room Amenities

    All Utilities Including Wi-Fi

    Emergency Call System

    Individual Climate Control

    Home-Like Atmosphere

    Washers and Dryers


    Dining

    Café

    Three Nutritious Meals A Day


    Transportation

    Conveniently Located Near Shopping, Dining, and Fine Entertainment


    Pet

    Pet Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wilkes-Barre which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 40,780 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $46,366, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 76
      • Low Temperature: 28
      • Average Temperature: 51.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 160 days of rain, 44 days of snow and 160 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.53 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 113.0, Moderate Days 4.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    0.4 miles away
    Wegmans
    0.5 miles away
    Price Chopper
    0.6 miles away
    Sam's Club
    0.6 miles away
    India Bazar
    0.7 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Mountain Top/Wilkes-Barre Park and Ride Lot LCTA Bus Stop
    1.6 miles away
    Nanticoke Park and Ride Lot LCTA Bus Stop
    4.1 miles away
    FlixBus Scranton
    14.7 miles away

    Banks

    PNC Bank
    0.2 miles away
    First National Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Vantage Trust Federal Credit Union
    0.6 miles away
    M&T Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Cross Valley Credit Union
    0.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
    1.7 miles away
    Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
    2.4 miles away
    Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre
    2.9 miles away
    First Hospital
    3.1 miles away
    Mercy Special Care Hospital
    8.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.3 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.7 miles away
    The Medicine Shoppe
    2.1 miles away
    Bedwick's Pharmacy
    2.2 miles away
    Pierce Drugs
    2.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Smiles 4 Keeps Pediatric Dentistry
    0.2 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    0.9 miles away
    Dental Office
    1.1 miles away
    Frederick Dental
    1.8 miles away
    Gerald F. Perry, DDS
    1.9 miles away

    Parks

    Pinchot State Forest
    0.5 miles away
    Seven Tubs Recreation Area
    0.5 miles away
    Seven Tubs and Deep Hollow Tracts
    0.5 miles away
    Al Karaska Memorial Park
    0.7 miles away
    Wilkes-Barre
    0.9 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Wyoming Valley Mall
    0.7 miles away
    Wyoming Valley Mall Food Court
    0.9 miles away
    Birney Mall
    12.3 miles away
    The Marketplace at Steamtown
    15.2 miles away
    Viewmont Mall
    18.3 miles away

    Culture

    Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre
    1.6 miles away
    Arts Center of Wilkes-Barre
    1.7 miles away
    F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
    1.7 miles away
    Art 'n Vino
    1.9 miles away
    Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts
    2.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Mizu
    0.3 miles away
    Red Robin
    0.3 miles away
    Cracker Barrel
    0.4 miles away
    Chuck E. Cheese's
    0.4 miles away
    Miller’s Ale House
    0.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a very large-sized community with 160 total beds.

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