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Phoebe Berks

1 Heidelberg Drive, Wernersville, PA 19565

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

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(610) 678-4002

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,493

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,815
  • Average State Price: $5,482
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Phoebe Berks Description

    Phoebe Berks is a community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 5.5 miles outside the town of Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.5 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 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

    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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    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

    8.5
    Phoebe Berks
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 242 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 2 communities in Wernersville
  • Ranking in State: 446 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining A

    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.

    Reviews of the facility highlight a generally positive experience, with many noting the caring nature of the staff and the effectiveness of the therapy provided. Several reviewers mentioned that their loved ones have seen improvements in their conditions thanks to the therapy and nursing care received. The facility has been recommended by many for its overall service quality.

    However, there were some concerns raised about communication, particularly in the early stages of care, and some felt that updates on their loved ones' conditions were not as forthcoming as they would have liked. This issue seems to have been resolved for some, with improvements in communication noted over time.

    Responsiveness and attentiveness of the staff were praised, though there were occasional mentions of delays in response times and a desire for more frequent check-ins by nursing staff. The social workers and rehabilitation services received specific commendations for their quality and effectiveness.

    While the care and therapy services were generally well-regarded, some reviewers expressed concerns about staffing levels, suggesting that more aides or therapists could enhance the patient experience. The cleanliness and management of the facility were also points of satisfaction among many reviewers.

    On the downside, some reviewers noted issues with the physical environment, such as inappropriate furniture, and a few expressed dissatisfaction with the food quality and variety. There were also mixed reviews about the administrative aspects, with some praising the professionalism and responsiveness of the staff, while others highlighted areas for improvement in personal care and oversight.

    Overall, the majority of feedback was positive, with many stating they would recommend the facility to others based on their experiences. The care, therapy, and staff attentiveness were frequently cited as reasons for their satisfaction, despite some areas noted for improvement.


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    Health

    Licensed nurse onsite 24 hours a day

    Home health care

    Physician services onsite

    Assistance with activities of daily living

    IV therapy

    Wound care


    Services

    Apartment maintenance

    Housekeeping services

    Maintenance-free living

    Security

    Nursing staff

    Adult day services


    Activities

    Family-centered activity program

    Montessori programming

    Alzheimer’s Association support group

    Wellness programming

    Social activities

    Group and individual activities


    Community Amenities

    Secured building entry

    Home-like environment

    Lounges

    Sitting areas

    Comprehensive fitness center

    Indoor pool


    Room Amenities

    Furnished studios

    Companion suites

    Private rooms with personal showers

    Personal memory boxes

    High-speed internet

    Flat screen TVs


    Dining

    Three meals daily

    Individual dietary programs

    Restaurant style dining options

    Red plate dining program

    Dining experience

    Two dining rooms


    Transportation

    Transportation to scheduled events and community outings


    Pet

    Pet-friendly



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 5
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Sept. 22, 1992
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 119
    Total current residents: 96
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    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.

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

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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
    2023-05-22 2023-07-21 E Construction Deficiencies Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    2023-05-22 2023-07-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-05-22 2023-07-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
    2023-05-22 2023-07-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2023-05-22 2023-07-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2023-05-22 2023-07-21 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 C Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 C Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 C Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2022-05-05 2022-06-07 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2021-06-08 2021-06-21 E Egress Deficiencies Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
    2021-06-08 2021-06-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-06-08 2021-06-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
    2021-06-08 2021-06-21 E Services Deficiencies Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wyomissing which is 5.5 miles away and has a population of 10,469 (small town).
    • The average income is $70,789, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 77
      • Low Temperature: 31
      • Average Temperature: 54.6
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 157 days of rain, 25 days of snow and 181 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.2 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.46 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 199.0, Moderate Days 43.0, 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

    Redner's
    0.9 miles away
    Giant
    3.6 miles away
    Weis
    4.1 miles away
    Willow Creek Discount Grocery
    6.1 miles away
    Shillington Farmers Market
    6.2 miles away

    Transportation

    Port Clinton-R&N
    17.2 miles away
    Kutztown
    20.3 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Bus Stop
    2.1 miles away
    Stop 9
    7.7 miles away
    Stop 10
    7.7 miles away
    Stop 4
    7.7 miles away
    Stop 5
    7.7 miles away

    Banks

    M&T Bank
    0.9 miles away
    Susquehanna Bank
    3.6 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    3.8 miles away
    Tompkins VIST Bank
    4.7 miles away
    Santander
    4.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Wernersville State Hospital
    1.7 miles away
    Surgical Institute of Reading
    4.7 miles away
    Saint Joseph Medical Center
    5.6 miles away
    Reading Hospital
    6.1 miles away
    HealthSouth Reading Rehabilitation Hospital
    8.0 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    4.7 miles away
    CVS/Pharmacy
    6.8 miles away
    Rite Aid Pharmacy
    7.0 miles away
    Royer's Pharmecy
    11.5 miles away
    Royers Pharmacy
    14.0 miles away

    Dentists

    Aspen Dental
    4.9 miles away
    Children's Dental Health of Wyomissing
    4.9 miles away
    Dental Health Services
    5.2 miles away
    SmileMakers, P.C.
    5.6 miles away
    Reading Oral Surgery Group
    6.0 miles away

    Parks

    Wernersville
    0.6 miles away
    Wernersville Playlot
    0.6 miles away
    Wernersville Park
    0.9 miles away
    Sinking Spring Park
    1.3 miles away
    Highland
    1.3 miles away

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    Shopping

    Berkshire Mall
    5.2 miles away
    The Shoppes at Wyomissing
    5.6 miles away
    Fairgrounds Square Mall
    8.0 miles away
    Bitplaza
    8.4 miles away
    Morgantown Mall
    14.8 miles away

    Culture

    Chit Chat Auditorium
    2.1 miles away
    Miller Center for the Arts
    7.1 miles away
    Santander Performing Arts Center
    7.5 miles away
    Reading Civic Theatre
    7.9 miles away
    Genesius Theater
    8.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    CCs Pizza
    0.7 miles away
    Bar-B-Q Pit
    1.3 miles away
    Dairy Queen
    2.0 miles away
    Calabria’s Restaurant
    2.2 miles away
    The Railroad House
    2.3 miles away

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