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Arbour Square At West Chester
1201 Ward Avenue,, West Chester, PA 19380
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In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Nov. 16, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Pricing for Assisted Living
The cost for a one-bedroom in assisted living at Merrill Gardens at Westchester is $6,100 per month.
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Exclusive Interview Insights
Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Nov. 16, 2023. Here's what we learned:
Welcome to Merrill Gardens at Westchester
Merrill Gardens at Westchester is a senior living community that offers a warm and welcoming environment for its residents. The community provides various living options, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, catering to the individual preferences and needs of its residents.
Assisted Living Services
Assisted living services at Merrill Gardens are designed to support residents with their daily activities while promoting independence. The community does not currently have a waitlist, allowing for immediate availability for those in need of assisted living services.
Pet-Friendly Environment
Understanding the importance of companionship, Merrill Gardens allows residents to bring their pets, provided they can care for them independently. This pet-friendly policy ensures that residents do not have to part with their beloved animal companions when moving in.
Moving Assistance
To facilitate a smooth transition into the community, Merrill Gardens has preferred moving companies that they recommend to assist residents with their move. While not contracted with any specific movers, the community provides options to help families find the support they need.
Transportation Services
Residents of Merrill Gardens have access to transportation services for doctor's appointments on Mondays and Fridays within a 10-mile radius. Additionally, the community organizes regular outings to grocery stores, banks, and other local destinations, ensuring residents remain connected to the surrounding community.
Dining Experience
The dining experience at Merrill Gardens is diverse and accommodating, with all meals included for residents. The community features a 50s-style diner for breakfast and lunch, a main dining room with two seating options for dinner, and an additional dining room for personal care residents seeking a quieter dining atmosphere. Dietary restrictions and allergies are taken into consideration, with alternative menus and food options available upon discussion with the chef.
Staff and Safety
The community is staffed with a head nurse overseeing personal care, medication techs, and certified nursing assistants to manage resident care. Safety features include emergency pendants for residents to wear, emergency pull buttons in bathrooms, and staff equipped with pagers and walkie-talkies to respond promptly to residents' needs.
Resident Concerns and Family Communication
Residents can voice their concerns or complaints to any staff member or directly to the general manager. The community values open communication and addresses issues with the utmost seriousness. Families are kept informed through newsletters and updates from the engagement department and general manager, including information about events such as vaccine clinics.
Conclusion
Merrill Gardens at Westchester is committed to providing a supportive and engaging environment for seniors. With a range of services, amenities, and a focus on individual care, it stands as a community that values the well-being and satisfaction of its residents.
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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.
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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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Arbour Square at West Chester and Merrill Gardens have received a variety of reviews from residents and their families. Many praise the facilities for their impressive layouts, cleanliness, and the range of amenities available, such as a movie theater, post office, hair salon, and diner. The staff at both locations are frequently commended for their caring and professional nature, with specific mentions of their efforts to make residents feel welcomed and at home.
However, there are concerns regarding the level of care and administrative decisions. Some reviews express dissatisfaction with the transition process between different levels of care and the perceived lack of staff to meet residents' needs, particularly in personal care. There are also serious allegations of unprofessional management and neglect, including instances where residents were allegedly put at risk or given inadequate notice of significant changes to their living arrangements.
Despite these criticisms, many reviews highlight the positive impact of the communities on residents' lives, noting improvements in their happiness and social engagement. The facilities are described as beautiful and well-managed, with a variety of activities and amenities that contribute to a high quality of life for residents.
It's important for prospective residents and their families to consider both the positive experiences and the concerns raised in these reviews when making decisions about senior living options.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is West Chester which is 2.3 miles away and has a population of 19,842 (small town).
- The average income is $130,091, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 81
- Low Temperature: 34
- Average Temperature: 57.4
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 141 days of rain, 22 days of snow and 200 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.77 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 103.0, 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
Giant
1.1 miles awayAcme/Savon
1.3 miles awayShopRite
1.4 miles awayNuevo Mexico
2.5 miles awayLidl
3.2 miles awayTransportation
Exton
2.9 miles awayWhitford
3.4 miles awayMalvern
4.9 miles awayBus Stations
Church Street Bus Stop
2.6 miles awayWayne Bus Stop
2.8 miles awayS Lot Bus Stop
3.4 miles awayHSC Bus Stop
3.5 miles awayEast Village Bus Stop
3.7 miles awayBanks
First National Bank
1.1 miles awayWells Fargo
1.3 miles awayBryn Mawr Trust
1.4 miles awayFirst Resource Bank
1.4 miles awaySun East Federal Credit Union
1.4 miles awayHospitals
Chester County Hospital
1.3 miles awayWest Chester Cardiology
1.5 miles awayBryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
3.2 miles awayDistinctive Dentistry
4.7 miles awayPaoli Hospital
5.7 miles awayPharmacies
Rite Aid
1.3 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.7 miles awayWalgreens
2.7 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
3.5 miles awayKohlerman Pharmacy
4.8 miles awayDentists
Gentle Dental
1.3 miles awayBriglia Dental Group
1.5 miles awayFrazer Dental Care
3.5 miles awayMalvern Dental
4.8 miles awayDr. Charles Messa
6.6 miles awayParks
West Goshen Community Park
0.4 miles awayGrand Oak Park
0.7 miles awayHamlet Crest Park
0.9 miles awayHallowell Park
1.0 miles awayPaoli Pike Park
1.2 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Birmingham Friends Meeting
5.7 miles awayCentre Friends Meeting
11.6 miles awayMount Lebanon Methodist Episcopal Church
13.1 miles awayHockessin Friends Meetinghouse
14.6 miles awaySt. Joseph's on the Brandywine
14.9 miles awayShopping
Exton Square Mall
3.5 miles awayConcordville Town Center
7.9 miles awayConcord Mall
11.5 miles awayKing of Prussia Mall
12.1 miles awayIndependence Mall
14.4 miles awayCulture
Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
2.2 miles awayChester County Art Association
2.8 miles awayCenter for the Arts
3.1 miles awayGreenwood
3.5 miles awayBarton Test Theater
3.7 miles awayRestaurants
Carmine's Pizza & Eatery
1.2 miles awayMichi Sushi
1.3 miles awayOlive Tree Greek Grill
1.3 miles awayFusion Restaurant
1.4 miles awayApplebee's
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