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Quality Life Services - Chicora

160 Medical Center Road,, Chicora, PA 16025

Assisted Living Nursing Home Skilled Nursing
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,134

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,134
  • Average State Price: $4,922
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Quality Life Services - Chicora Description

    Quality Life Services - Chicora is a medium 26 bed community that offers assisted living, nursing care and skilled nursing and is about 8.9 miles outside the small town of Shanor-Northvue, 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 6.5 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 3 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

    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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    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

    6.5
    Quality Life Services - Chicora
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 15 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 1 communities in Chicora
  • Ranking in State: 1157 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Facility and Grounds C

    Care B

    Staff B



    Review Summary

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

    Positive Reviews:

    • Family members expressed deep satisfaction with the care their father received in the dementia unit, highlighting the cleanliness of the facility, the respectful and kind treatment from staff, and the prompt communication regarding care and medical status.
    • Some reviewers noted that the nursing staff were very nice and seemed to take good care of their patients, with a particular emphasis on the pride and care taken in looking after residents.

    Negative Reviews:

    • Several reviews criticized the care and conditions at certain facilities, mentioning poor experiences with rehabilitation therapy, lack of prompt medical attention, and inadequate living conditions including shared bathrooms and lack of basic amenities like water.
    • Complaints about specific facilities included descriptions of them being understaffed, having a foul odor, and being in a state of disrepair with peeling wallpaper and aged equipment.
    • One reviewer, identifying as a former employee, criticized the management and care priorities at their facility, suggesting a focus on profit over patient and employee welfare.
    • Concerns were raised about the cleanliness and sanitary conditions, with one reviewer detailing a particularly negative experience regarding the care of a family member with an ileostomy bag.

    Overall:

    The reviews present a mixed picture, with some families expressing gratitude for the care provided to their loved ones, while others raise serious concerns about the quality of care, cleanliness, and management of certain facilities. Prospective residents and their families may want to consider these varied experiences when making decisions about senior living options.


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    Health

    Secured Dementia Unit

    Rehabilitation Services

    Access to Skilled Nursing Care

    Specialized Memory Support

    Restorative Nursing

    Rapid Rehab Program: Physical and Occupational Therapy – 7 Days a Week


    Services

    Respite Care

    Beautician Services

    Transportation Services


    Activities

    Religious Services with Chaplain On-site

    Adult Day Care



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 3
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 4
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 1, 1967
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 114
    Total current residents: 99
    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: 2
    Number of substantiated complaints: 1
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $655


    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 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
    2023-01-30 2023-03-31 C Construction Deficiencies Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
    2023-01-30 2023-02-08 E Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2023-01-30 2023-02-08 E Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2023-01-30 2023-03-31 D Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-01-30 2023-02-08 B Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2023-01-30 2023-02-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2023-01-30 2023-02-08 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2023-01-30 2023-02-08 B Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure operating rooms are properly protected and written records are maintained and available for inspection.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 D Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 E Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 C Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 E Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 C Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-21 B Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish staff and initial training requirements.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 E Construction Deficiencies Meet other general requirements.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 D Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 D Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 E Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 D Egress Deficiencies Install proper backup exit lighting.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 E Smoke Deficiencies Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 D Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 E Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 C Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2020-01-27 2020-03-06 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-11-09 $655

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Shanor-Northvue which is 8.9 miles away and has a population of 5,051 (very small town).
    • The average income is $61,453, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 28
      • Average Temperature: 51.8
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 176 days of rain, 45 days of snow and 142 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.87 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Friedman's Freshmarket
    1.1 miles away
    Giant Eagle
    8.5 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    10.9 miles away
    Friedman's
    11.0 miles away
    Aldi
    11.1 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Bakerstown Rd at Alter Rd
    18.9 miles away
    Freeport Rd at Altermoor Dr
    19.7 miles away
    State Park-N-Ride Portersville
    20.2 miles away
    Freeport Rd at Alabama Ave
    22.3 miles away
    9th Ave at Penn St
    22.7 miles away

    Banks

    Armco Credit Union
    4.0 miles away
    Farmers National Bank
    7.7 miles away
    Citizens Bank
    9.2 miles away
    Huntington National Bank
    9.4 miles away
    PNC Bank
    9.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Chicora Medical Center
    0.1 miles away
    Butler Memorial Hospital
    8.3 miles away
    VA Butler Healthcare
    10.6 miles away
    Veteran Affairs Butler Healthcare Center Hospital
    11.0 miles away
    Armstrong County Memorial Hospital
    13.1 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Bracken's Pharmacy
    7.9 miles away
    Rite Aid
    9.4 miles away
    Walgreens
    10.9 miles away
    Saxonburg Pharmacy
    13.5 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    13.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Voller Dentistry
    14.8 miles away
    Nemec Pazman Dental
    16.0 miles away
    Grandview Dental
    22.5 miles away
    Jeremiah Bondra DMD
    22.7 miles away
    Smile Dental Center
    22.7 miles away

    Parks

    State Game Lands Number 164
    3.1 miles away
    State Game Lands Number 304
    4.3 miles away
    State Game Lands Number 105
    5.5 miles away
    State Game Lands Number 259
    5.7 miles away
    East Butler Park
    6.2 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Clearview Mall
    8.6 miles away
    Highlands Mall
    20.3 miles away

    Culture

    Musical Theatre Guild
    9.3 miles away
    Succop Theater
    11.4 miles away
    Murtha Ampitheatre
    14.9 miles away
    Miller Auditorium
    17.9 miles away
    Zelienople Community Park Amphitheater
    22.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    The Hometown Grill
    2.8 miles away
    Rocky's Pizza
    7.8 miles away
    Plaza Pantry
    8.0 miles away
    Garfield's
    8.7 miles away
    Eat'n Park
    8.8 miles away

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    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a medium-sized community with 26 total beds.

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