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Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park

8401 Roosevelt Boulevard,, Philadelphia, PA 19152

Independent Living Assisted Living Nursing Home Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,072
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,129
Two Bedroom
Estimated $6,308

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,938
  • Average State Price: $5,482
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park Description

    Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park is a large 50 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, nursing care and rehabilitation and is about 2.2 miles outside the small town of Tacony, 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 out of 10 making it the 22nd highest rated community in the city out of 74 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 2 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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    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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    Community Reviews

    7.5
    Wesley Enhanced Living Pennypack Park
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 56 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 32 out of 74 communities in Philadelphia
  • Ranking in State: 873 out of 1451 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

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

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Some reviewers express dissatisfaction with the level of care and staff attitude, mentioning under-staffing and subpar care in the rehab and nursing home sections.
    • Others praise the facility for its cleanliness, the variety of activities available for residents, and the staff's attentiveness, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    • Concerns are raised about the cost of independent living and the quality of the skilled nursing facility, with one review describing it as doing the bare minimum.
    • Positive experiences are shared about the transition from Independent Care to Personal Care, highlighting the organization and consideration of the staff.
    • Many families express gratitude for the care their loved ones received, mentioning specific staff members who went above and beyond in their roles.
    • One review details a negative experience with the handling of a family member's passing, criticizing the staff's conduct and the condition of the room.
    • Several reviews commend the facility for its management during the COVID-19 outbreak, noting effective communication and measures to keep residents safe and engaged.
    • Some reviews specifically recommend the facility for long-term care, praising the staff's friendliness and the quality of updates provided to families.
    • Comments on the food quality and atmosphere within the facility are generally positive, with some reviewers looking forward to future visits.


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    Health

    Medication supervision

    Assistance with bathing, dressing and grooming

    Oxygen maintenance and management

    Assistance with self-care catheters

    Insulin diabetic management

    Wound care


    Services

    Maintenance-free lifestyle

    Activities of daily living


    Activities

    A wide array of life-enriching programs and activities

    Escort to meals and activities

    Life-enriching programs

    Daily activities

    Volunteer opportunities

    Enriching activities


    Community Amenities

    Housekeeping and laundering of linens

    24/7 security

    Apartment, grounds, and building maintenance

    On-site beauty salon and barber shop

    Gazebo

    Beautifully landscaped courtyard


    Room Amenities

    Newly renovated private studio and one bedroom apartments

    Washer/dryer in apartment

    New full kitchens

    Abundant closet and storage space

    Walk-in closets

    Bathrooms with walk-in showers and/or tubs


    Dining

    Three delicious, nutritious meals a day

    30 delicious, chef-prepared meals each month

    Elegant dining room

    Casual cafe

    Quality and choice

    Highest quality ingredients



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

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


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Sept. 1, 1978
    Ownership type: Non Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 120
    Total current residents: 98
    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: 1
    Number of substantiated complaints: 2
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 1
    Total cost of fines: $13305


    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.

    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 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.

    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.

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

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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
    2023-03-07 2023-04-17 E Construction Deficiencies Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
    2023-03-07 2023-04-17 E Egress Deficiencies Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
    2023-03-07 2023-04-17 E Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2023-03-07 2023-04-17 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2023-03-07 2023-04-17 E Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2022-04-27 2022-05-20 E Construction Deficiencies Meet requirements for sections of health care facilities separated by fire resistive construction.
    2022-04-27 2022-05-20 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.
    2022-04-27 2022-05-20 E Services Deficiencies Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
    2020-02-26 2020-03-31 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2020-02-26 2020-03-31 F Construction Deficiencies Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    2020-02-26 2020-03-31 E Egress Deficiencies Install proper backup exit lighting.
    2020-02-26 2020-03-31 E Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2020-02-26 2020-03-31 E Smoke Deficiencies Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2020-02-24 $8,697
    2022-08-05 $13,305

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Tacony which is 2.2 miles away and has a population of 7,000 (very small town).
    • The average income is $47,060, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 83
      • Low Temperature: 35
      • Average Temperature: 59.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 152 days of rain, 18 days of snow and 194 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.1 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 3.96% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 13.1% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 1% American Indian and Alaska Native, 7% Asian, 39% Black or African-American, 12% Hispanic or Latino, and 39% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 9.69 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.59 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 5.71 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.22 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 75.38 years old, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 116.0, Moderate Days 65.0, 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

    Acme
    0.3 miles away
    Giant Food Stores
    1.3 miles away
    Holiday Super Market
    1.5 miles away
    Aldi
    1.6 miles away
    PJP Marketplace
    1.8 miles away

    Transportation

    Holmesburg Junction
    2.2 miles away
    Ryers
    2.4 miles away
    Fox Chase
    2.4 miles away
    Tacony
    2.7 miles away
    Cheltenham
    2.8 miles away

    Bus Stations

    20 bus
    1.2 miles away
    66
    1.7 miles away

    Banks

    Wells Fargo
    0.9 miles away
    Police and Fire Federal Credit Union
    1.3 miles away
    Beneficial Bank
    1.4 miles away
    TD Bank
    1.4 miles away
    PNC Bank
    1.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Nazareth Hospital
    0.1 miles away
    Jefferson Torresdale Hospital
    3.0 miles away
    Kindred Hospital Philadelphia
    3.1 miles away
    Einstein Medical Center Elkins Park
    3.4 miles away
    Jefferson Frankford Hospital
    3.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.6 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.7 miles away
    Veree Pharmacy
    2.0 miles away
    Alexa Pharmacy
    2.2 miles away

    Dentists

    Absolute Smile
    1.9 miles away
    Family Dentistry
    2.2 miles away
    Dental Center
    2.9 miles away
    Dental Dreams
    4.4 miles away
    Udis & Conn Orthodontics
    4.9 miles away

    Parks

    Pennypack Park
    0.1 miles away
    Frank McArdle Memorial Recreation Center
    0.7 miles away
    Bradford Park
    1.0 miles away
    Holme Crispin Park
    1.1 miles away
    Holmesburg
    1.3 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Old Trinity Church
    2.5 miles away
    Bensalem AME Church
    6.7 miles away
    First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
    7.4 miles away
    Southampton Old School Baptist Meeting House
    8.4 miles away
    St. George's United Methodist Church
    9.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Franklin Market Place
    4.3 miles away
    Philadelphia Mills
    4.3 miles away
    Cheltenham Square Mall
    6.0 miles away
    Willow Grove Park Mall
    6.8 miles away
    Neshaminy Mall
    6.9 miles away

    Culture

    Amphitheatre
    1.1 miles away
    Abington Art Center
    4.5 miles away
    Mitchell Performing Arts Center
    4.9 miles away
    The Little Theater
    5.9 miles away
    Penn Community Bank Amphitheater
    6.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Café Carmela
    0.7 miles away
    Olive Garden
    1.2 miles away
    Gearo's Grille
    1.4 miles away
    Four Seasons Diner
    1.4 miles away
    Hibachi Grill and Supreme Buffet
    1.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a medium-sized community with 50 total beds.

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