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Nightingale Life Center

607 East 26Th Street,, Erie, PA 16504

Assisted Living Nursing Home
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(800) 780-8101

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(814) 459-0621

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,320

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,315
  • Average State Price: $4,922
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Nightingale Life Center Description

    Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center recently acquired Saint Mary’s East. Saint Mary’s East was a staple of the community in Erie, PA, since 1884. Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center is a Continuing Care Retirement Community and looks forward to serving the Erie community for years to come.

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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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    Community Reviews

    7.2
    Nightingale Life Center
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 37 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 18 out of 29 communities in Erie
  • Ranking in State: 947 out of 1426 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining D

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care A

    Staff B



    Review Summary

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

    Reviews for Nightingale Nursing & Rehab Center show a mix of experiences, with many praising the facility and staff for their dedication, care, and the positive changes under new ownership. Highlights include:

    • Significant improvements in the facility's infrastructure, activities, meals, and care levels since new ownership took over.
    • Positive experiences with the dementia unit, enhancing residents' daily functioning.
    • Residents and their families appreciate the personalized care plans, beautiful living spaces, and the sense of community.
    • Many staff members, including nurses, CNAs, and social workers, receive specific praise for going above and beyond in their roles.
    • Rehabilitation services are highly recommended by several reviewers, noting attentive staff and significant improvements in residents' physical conditions.

    However, there are also critical reviews pointing out concerns:

    • Some reviews mention a decline in care quality, attributing it to staffing issues, poor food quality, and a lack of organization.
    • Complaints about the facility being short-staffed, with a revolving door of temporary staff, and concerns about the adequacy of care.
    • Issues with communication and administrative processes, including difficulties in getting straight answers and ensuring proper follow-up on incidents.

    Despite the criticisms, many reviews express gratitude towards the facility for the care provided to their loved ones, with several calling it a "Five Star Facility" and praising its beautiful campus and the genuine compassion shown by the staff. The facility seems to have a strong community of support among residents and their families, though there are areas highlighted for improvement.


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    Health

    Health and Wellness



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 3
    Health inspection rating: 2
    Staffing rating: 2
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Jan. 1, 1967
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 139
    Total current residents: 114
    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: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 12
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 5
    Total cost of fines: $32534


    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.

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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
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 C Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 C Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 B Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 D Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2023-04-11 2023-05-23 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2022-04-19 2022-06-01 B Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2022-04-19 2022-06-01 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2022-04-19 2022-06-01 C Services Deficiencies Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
    2022-04-19 2022-06-01 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2022-04-19 2022-06-01 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    2022-04-19 2022-06-01 C Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2021-06-07 2021-07-12 F Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2021-06-07 2021-07-12 B Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
    2021-06-07 2021-07-12 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
    2021-06-07 2021-07-12 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2021-01-15 $14,690
    2021-06-04 $3,250
    2021-07-05 $650
    2021-09-21 $9,750
    2021-09-21 $15,000
    2023-04-17 $4,194

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Erie which is 1.6 miles away and has a population of 99,475 (large town).
    • The average income is $40,979, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 73
      • Low Temperature: 28
      • Average Temperature: 50.2
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 150 days of rain, 61 days of snow and 153 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.1 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 35.3 years old, average compared to other cities.
    • 7.13% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 6.31% of the population are Foreign-born which is a very low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 2% Asian, 18% Black or African-American, 7% Hispanic or Latino, and 70% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 5.94 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.63 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.46 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.38 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.3 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 279.0, Moderate Days 25.0, 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

    Stanganelli's Italian Foods
    0.1 miles away
    Serafin's Food Market
    0.2 miles away
    Almadina Supermarket
    0.4 miles away
    21st Street Market
    0.4 miles away
    Tamar Market
    0.4 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    E 26th St at Perry St
    0.3 miles away
    Old French Rd at E 32nd St
    0.5 miles away
    Old French Rd at E 35th St
    0.7 miles away
    E 38th St at Parade Blvd
    0.8 miles away
    Buffalo at Brandes OB
    0.8 miles away

    Banks

    PNC Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Erie Federal Credit Union
    0.9 miles away
    Northwest Bank
    1.0 miles away
    Locomotive & Control Federal Credit Union
    1.1 miles away
    Tendto Credit Union
    1.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Erie Veterans Medical Center
    0.9 miles away
    Saint Vincent Hospital
    1.0 miles away
    AHN Cancer Institute
    1.2 miles away
    Saint Vincent Surgery Center
    1.2 miles away
    Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation
    1.6 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.3 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.8 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.0 miles away
    Chartwell Pennsylvania
    1.1 miles away
    Walgreens
    1.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Radack III Stephen T DD
    0.8 miles away
    Mazer Dory
    0.8 miles away
    Artistry In Dentistry
    0.8 miles away
    Stairways Dental
    0.9 miles away
    Reichel Dental
    0.9 miles away

    Parks

    McKinley Park
    0.5 miles away
    19th Street Park
    0.5 miles away
    Ash Park
    0.5 miles away
    South East Hills Park
    0.6 miles away
    Holland Street Park
    0.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Erie Central Mall
    1.1 miles away
    Millcreek Mall
    3.7 miles away
    Yorktown Commons Mall
    4.0 miles away
    Edinboro Mall
    16.9 miles away

    Culture

    Taylor Little Theatre
    0.8 miles away
    Mary D'Angelo Peforming Arts Center
    0.9 miles away
    Bastion Studios
    1.0 miles away
    Performing Artists Collective Alliance
    1.1 miles away
    Erie Playhouse Rehersal Hall & Scenic Shop
    1.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Alanwar
    0.3 miles away
    Palm Tree Market
    0.3 miles away
    Patti's Pizza
    0.7 miles away
    Erie Public Schools Dining
    0.7 miles away
    Donatos Pizza
    0.8 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a large-sized community with 117 total beds.

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