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Brandywine Hall

800 W. Miner Street, West Chester, PA 19382

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

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(610) 696-3120

Pricing Details

In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Dec. 29, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:

Pricing for Senior Living Community

Starting price for a one-bedroom: Over $10,000 per month

Price range: $10,000 to $11,000 per month, depending on size

Cost for Respite Care or Short Term Stay

Minimum 30 days stay required

Cost based on room type selected, not a set price for respite stay

For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101


Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,733
  • Average State Price: $4,922
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Exclusive Interview Insights

    Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Dec. 29, 2023. Here's what we learned:

    Overview of the Senior Living Community

    This senior living community offers assisted living services with a dedicated memory care section. It is designed to cater to the needs of its residents by providing a comfortable and supportive environment.

    Availability

    There is no current waitlist for the assisted living section, but there is a waitlist for the memory care services.

    Respite Care and Short-Term Stays

    The facility provides options for respite care or short-term stays, with a minimum duration of 30 days. The cost for these stays varies depending on the type of room selected.

    Pet Policy

    Pets are allowed within the community, provided that the resident can take care of them independently. There are also weight and size restrictions for pets to ensure the safety and comfort of all residents.

    Transportation Services

    Transportation is available within a six-mile radius, primarily for doctor's appointments. Arrangements can be made for other essential services like banking. Additionally, the community has a minivan for organized trips.

    Staffing

    The staff includes Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Registered Nurses (RNs), and licensed home health aides. There are no med techs in the facility, ensuring a professional level of care for residents.

    Medical Support

    There are four different doctors or nurse practitioners who visit the community weekly. They operate their own practices and are available on different days for consultations and medical services.

    Safety Measures

    For the safety of residents, the community provides pendants that can be used to alert staff in case of an emergency.

    Family Communication

    The community maintains regular communication with families through a monthly calendar of events. A case manager is also available to contact families via letter, email, or phone call as needed.

    Handling Complaints

    Complaints or issues with staff are directed to the wellness director, who oversees care and wellness. The wellness director can make arrangements to address any concerns and ensure the well-being of the residents.

    Dining Experience

    The dining service is restaurant-style with assigned seating and a menu that changes daily. Residents can order their meals at the time of dining. The community can accommodate various dietary needs, including vegan, gluten-free, and diabetic-friendly options. For diabetics, portion control is practiced, such as serving half portions of certain items like cake.

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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

    6.6
    Brandywine Hall
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 57 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 11 out of 11 communities in West Chester
  • Ranking in State: 1107 out of 1426 communities in PA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care B

    Staff B

    Cleanliness B


    Employee Reviews

    5.4
    Genesis HealthCare
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1256 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Pennsylvania

    Employee Pay C

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

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

    The reviews for this senior living facility present a mixed picture, with some expressing significant concerns and others praising the care and environment. Several reviews highlight issues such as poor communication, inadequate staffing, and neglectful care, including instances of residents receiving wrong medications and suffering from untreated injuries. Concerns about the facility's cleanliness and maintenance were also mentioned, alongside frustrations with the lack of responsiveness from the staff and administration.

    On the other hand, some reviews offer a more positive outlook, commending the facility for its caring and attentive staff, clean environment, and the efforts made to keep families informed, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The administrative staff and nursing care have been described as great, with specific praise for their attentiveness and respectfulness. The facility has been credited for its family-like atmosphere, with staff members going above and beyond for the residents. Positive experiences with the rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, were also noted.

    Despite the criticisms, there are acknowledgments of excellent customer service and efforts by the staff to address concerns and improve the quality of care. Some reviewers specifically thanked the facility for its communication efforts, including regular updates and the organization of weekly Zoom calls to keep families informed.

    Overall, while there are significant areas of concern that need to be addressed, there are also aspects of the facility and its staff that are appreciated by residents and their families. The contrasting reviews suggest that experiences can vary greatly, highlighting the importance of continued efforts to improve care and communication.


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    Health

    Physiatry services

    Hospice care

    Dementia care

    On-site nurse practitioner

    Wound care

    Vision care


    Services

    Independent and assisted living

    Caregiver


    Activities

    Recreation activities

    Pet therapy

    Cultural, educational, religious and social activities


    Community Amenities

    Housekeeping

    Spa and salon

    Beauty salon / barber services

    Sunroom

    Complimentary laundry facility on-site

    Smoke free environment


    Room Amenities

    Spacious rooms

    Private balcony/ porch / patio

    Scenic views

    Individual climate control

    Cable television

    Computer with internet access


    Dining

    Made-to-order breakfast

    Private dining rooms for family gatherings

    Restaurant-style dining

    Dietary services

    Bistro

    Family dining room



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 2
    Health inspection rating: 1
    Staffing rating: 1
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 5
    Short-term quality measure rating: 4


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: July 31, 1987
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 180
    Total current residents: 165
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Both


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 2
    Number of substantiated complaints: 14
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 4
    Total cost of fines: $47155


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

    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 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.

    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 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
    2022-06-28 2022-08-23 C Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2022-06-28 2022-08-23 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2022-06-28 2022-08-23 C Smoke Deficiencies Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke.
    2022-06-28 2022-08-23 E Services Deficiencies Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
    2021-06-10 2021-08-02 F Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2021-06-10 2021-08-02 F Egress Deficiencies Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
    2021-06-10 2021-08-02 E Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2021-06-10 2021-08-02 F Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2019-07-09 2019-08-22 E Construction Deficiencies Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
    2019-07-09 2019-08-22 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2019-07-09 2019-08-22 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
    2019-07-09 2019-08-22 E Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2018-03-20 $143,598
    2021-05-06 $9,773
    2021-11-30 $9,081
    2022-01-11 $10,397
    2022-06-17 $17,905

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is West Chester which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 19,842 (small town).
    • The average income is $139,661, 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

    Health and Safety Overview
    • 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

    Nuevo Mexico
    0.9 miles away
    Giant
    1.0 miles away
    Acme/Savon
    2.2 miles away
    Amish Market
    2.7 miles away
    ShopRite
    2.8 miles away

    Transportation

    Whitford
    4.8 miles away
    Exton
    5.0 miles away
    Downingtown
    6.3 miles away
    Malvern
    8.1 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Wayne Bus Stop
    0.8 miles away
    S Lot Bus Stop
    0.8 miles away
    SC Apts Bus Stop
    0.9 miles away
    HSC Bus Stop
    0.9 miles away
    East Village Bus Stop
    0.9 miles away

    Banks

    Fulton Bank
    1.0 miles away
    Sovereign Bank
    1.0 miles away
    DNB First
    1.0 miles away
    BB&T
    1.1 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    1.1 miles away

    Hospitals

    Chester County Hospital
    1.7 miles away
    West Chester Cardiology
    1.8 miles away
    Distinctive Dentistry
    2.8 miles away
    Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
    6.3 miles away
    Paoli Hospital
    8.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.9 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.3 miles away
    Rite Aid
    1.4 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    5.3 miles away
    Downingtown Pharmacy
    6.4 miles away

    Dentists

    Briglia Dental Group
    1.8 miles away
    Gentle Dental
    2.2 miles away
    Dr. Charles Messa
    6.3 miles away
    Denta Care
    6.3 miles away
    Reardon Dental Care
    6.4 miles away

    Parks

    Everhart park
    0.4 miles away
    Everhart Park
    0.4 miles away
    Sconneltown Natural Reserve
    0.5 miles away
    Horace Pippin Playground
    0.6 miles away
    Nield Street Playground
    0.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Birmingham Friends Meeting
    3.1 miles away
    Centre Friends Meeting
    8.8 miles away
    Mount Lebanon Methodist Episcopal Church
    10.5 miles away
    Hockessin Friends Meetinghouse
    11.4 miles away
    St. Joseph's on the Brandywine
    12.1 miles away

    Shopping

    Exton Square Mall
    5.7 miles away
    Concordville Town Center
    6.4 miles away
    Concord Mall
    9.3 miles away
    Independence Mall
    12.0 miles away
    King of Prussia Mall
    15.2 miles away

    Culture

    Chester County Art Association
    0.6 miles away
    Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
    1.1 miles away
    Greenwood
    4.0 miles away
    Barton Test Theater
    4.1 miles away
    Marian Anderson Music Center
    4.6 miles away

    Restaurants

    Nova’s Pizza & Pasta
    0.3 miles away
    Spicy Pig Cafe
    0.8 miles away
    Dona Linda
    0.8 miles away
    Brother's Pizza
    0.9 miles away
    Wasabi
    0.9 miles away

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