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Brandywine Hall
800 W. Miner Street, West Chester, PA 19382
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(610) 696-3120Pricing 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
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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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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
Services
Activities
Community Amenities
Room Amenities
Dining
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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe 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.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth 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
- 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
- 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 awayGiant
1.0 miles awayAcme/Savon
2.2 miles awayAmish Market
2.7 miles awayShopRite
2.8 miles awayTransportation
Whitford
4.8 miles awayExton
5.0 miles awayDowningtown
6.3 miles awayMalvern
8.1 miles awayBus Stations
Wayne Bus Stop
0.8 miles awayS Lot Bus Stop
0.8 miles awaySC Apts Bus Stop
0.9 miles awayHSC Bus Stop
0.9 miles awayEast Village Bus Stop
0.9 miles awayBanks
Fulton Bank
1.0 miles awaySovereign Bank
1.0 miles awayDNB First
1.0 miles awayBB&T
1.1 miles awayWells Fargo
1.1 miles awayHospitals
Chester County Hospital
1.7 miles awayWest Chester Cardiology
1.8 miles awayDistinctive Dentistry
2.8 miles awayBryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
6.3 miles awayPaoli Hospital
8.9 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
0.9 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.3 miles awayRite Aid
1.4 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
5.3 miles awayDowningtown Pharmacy
6.4 miles awayDentists
Briglia Dental Group
1.8 miles awayGentle Dental
2.2 miles awayDr. Charles Messa
6.3 miles awayDenta Care
6.3 miles awayReardon Dental Care
6.4 miles awayParks
Everhart park
0.4 miles awayEverhart Park
0.4 miles awaySconneltown Natural Reserve
0.5 miles awayHorace Pippin Playground
0.6 miles awayNield Street Playground
0.7 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Birmingham Friends Meeting
3.1 miles awayCentre Friends Meeting
8.8 miles awayMount Lebanon Methodist Episcopal Church
10.5 miles awayHockessin Friends Meetinghouse
11.4 miles awaySt. Joseph's on the Brandywine
12.1 miles awayShopping
Exton Square Mall
5.7 miles awayConcordville Town Center
6.4 miles awayConcord Mall
9.3 miles awayIndependence Mall
12.0 miles awayKing of Prussia Mall
15.2 miles awayCulture
Chester County Art Association
0.6 miles awayUptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center
1.1 miles awayGreenwood
4.0 miles awayBarton Test Theater
4.1 miles awayMarian Anderson Music Center
4.6 miles awayRestaurants
Nova’s Pizza & Pasta
0.3 miles awaySpicy Pig Cafe
0.8 miles awayDona Linda
0.8 miles awayBrother's Pizza
0.9 miles awayWasabi
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