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Riverview Ridge
300 Courtright Avenue, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
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Riverview Ridge Description
Riverview Ridge is a very large 114 bed community that offers assisted living, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is located in the town of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania and is part of the Genesis HealthCare network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.
The community has an average rating of 8 out of 10 making it the 7th 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
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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Reviews for Riverview Ridge reveal a mix of experiences. Many highlight the dedication and friendliness of the staff across various departments, emphasizing their commitment to resident happiness and responsiveness to needs. Employees, some with nearly two decades of service, describe a family-like atmosphere where both residents and staff are valued and supported. The administration is noted for its approachability and efforts to address staff concerns, fostering a positive work environment.
Residents and their families have praised the facility for its attentive care, with special mention of the effort staff make to personalize their service, from learning individual preferences to providing enjoyable activities and meals. The facility's performance in understanding and meeting patient needs has been highly recommended by some.
However, not all feedback is positive. There are reports of unsatisfactory interactions with staff, including rudeness and lack of responsiveness. Concerns have been raised about the quality of care, with serious allegations regarding the handling of health emergencies and the quality of food served. These negative experiences have led to formal complaints and calls for caution from some reviewers.
Overall, while many express satisfaction with the care and community at Riverview Ridge, there are significant concerns that potential residents and their families may wish to consider.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Wilkes-Barre which is 0.8 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
- 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
Aldi
0.6 miles awayGenoa Wholesale Foods
1.1 miles awaySchiel's Family Market
1.2 miles awayIndia Bazar
1.2 miles awayPrice Chopper
1.2 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Mountain Top/Wilkes-Barre Park and Ride Lot LCTA Bus Stop
2.2 miles awayNanticoke Park and Ride Lot LCTA Bus Stop
4.4 miles awayFlixBus Scranton
14.4 miles awayBanks
Wells Fargo
0.5 miles awayFNCB
0.8 miles awayPNC Bank
0.8 miles awayNBT
0.8 miles awayLuzerne Bank
0.9 miles awayHospitals
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
0.3 miles awayFirst Hospital
1.2 miles awayGeisinger South Wilkes-Barre
2.2 miles awayGeisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
3.1 miles awayMercy Special Care Hospital
8.0 miles awayPharmacies
Pierce Drugs
0.7 miles awayRite Aid
0.9 miles awayAPS Pharmacy
1.2 miles awayWalgreens
1.3 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayDentists
Frank A Berman
0.6 miles awayDental Office
0.9 miles awayFrederick Dental
1.0 miles awayMark Miscavage, DMD
1.1 miles awayGerald F. Perry, DDS
1.1 miles awayParks
Madison/Flood Park
0.4 miles awayHamilton Park
0.5 miles awayChurch Street Park
0.5 miles awayWilkes-Barre River Common
0.6 miles awayFrances Slocum Playground
0.6 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Wyoming Valley Mall Food Court
1.6 miles awayWyoming Valley Mall
1.6 miles awayBirney Mall
12.0 miles awayThe Marketplace at Steamtown
14.9 miles awayViewmont Mall
17.9 miles awayCulture
Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre
0.4 miles awayArts Center of Wilkes-Barre
0.5 miles awayArt 'n Vino
0.5 miles awayF.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
0.9 miles awayDorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts
1.2 miles awayRestaurants
Antonio's Pizza
0.1 miles awayGolden Star
0.1 miles awayPupuseria Salvadoreña
0.2 miles awayJasmine
0.4 miles awayBedwick Foods
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This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a large-sized community with 114 total beds.Disclaimer
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