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Philadelphia Protestant Home
6500 Tabor Road, Midway Manor,, Philadelphia, PA 19111
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Overview of Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH)
PPH is a family-oriented continuing care community that offers a range of living options and services for seniors. The community is designed to cater to the varying needs of its residents, providing a comfortable and supportive environment.
Living Options
- Independent Living
- Personal Care
- Skilled Nursing
- Memory Care
Respite Care and Short-Term Stays
PPH provides respite care services, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care for individuals who require temporary assistance.
Pet Policy
Residents in independent living are allowed to have one cat. Dogs are not permitted, and there is a limit of one cat per resident.
Transportation Services
PPH offers transportation services for residents, including trips to local supermarkets, doctor's appointments (within a five-mile radius), shopping centers, and restaurants. Supermarket trips are free of charge, while other outings have a minimal fee.
Moving Assistance
A moving coordinator is available to assist new residents with their transition into the community. PPH also provides information on local movers familiar with the facility.
Dining Services
Independent living residents have access to various dining options, including a Bistro, a restaurant, a cafeteria, and Scoops, which offers ice cream and grab-and-go items like salads and sandwiches. Dining areas have posted operating hours.
Staff and Support
PPH employs social workers and has a dedicated security team. The staff structure is designed to meet the diverse needs of residents across different living options.
Safety and Security
The community features 24-hour security and a My Call button system in each independent living apartment, which allows residents to signal that they are up and about each morning.
Communication with Residents' Families
Communication with families, particularly concerning independent living residents, is typically handled through social workers.
Addressing Complaints
Residents can communicate complaints through an established process, ensuring their concerns are heard and addressed appropriately.
Availability and Waitlist
There is currently a waitlist for two-bedroom apartments, while studios and one-bedroom units are available.
Additional Information
PPH provides brochures and digital information detailing the floor plans, entrance fees, and monthly costs associated with each independent living apartment. Interested parties can request this information for further details.
For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101
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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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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.
Reviews of the Pathways facility (PPH) present a mixed picture, with some families expressing gratitude for the compassionate and professional care their loved ones received, while others raise serious concerns about the quality of care and management.
- Several reviewers praised PPH for its kind, caring staff and the positive environment, noting improvements in their family members' well-being since moving there. They appreciated the facility's openness to family visits and the helpfulness of both the medical and administrative staff.
- Conversely, some reviews criticized the facility for inadequate physical rehabilitation services, claiming that patients made more progress with external therapists than with the daily therapy provided at PPH. Concerns were also raised about the facility's focus on financial gains over patient care.
- Particular worries were voiced about delayed medical appointments, lack of proper follow-up care, and perceived negligence leading to deteriorating health conditions for some residents. Families expressed frustration over the separation of loved ones within the facility and reported issues with medication management and staff responsiveness.
- Other criticisms included complaints about incompetent staff, dishonesty, and a lack of proper documentation for patient appointments, suggesting systemic issues with management and care coordination.
- On a positive note, some reviews highlighted the sense of community and the caring nature of the staff, with families of long-term residents expressing satisfaction with the care provided. The facility was also complimented for its well-maintained outdoor spaces and the overall atmosphere.
- However, negative reviews mentioned specific concerns about certain staff members being unhelpful or unprofessional, and some reviewers advised looking for alternative facilities in Philadelphia.
In summary, while some families have had positive experiences with PPH, praising its staff and the care provided, others have raised significant concerns about the quality of care, management practices, and the facility's ability to meet the needs of its residents.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 4
Health inspection rating: 3
Staffing rating: 4
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Sept. 20, 1995
Ownership type: Non Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 116
Total current residents: 101
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: 4
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Construction Deficiencies | Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction. |
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. |
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Services Deficiencies | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. |
| 2023-01-12 | 2023-02-01 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-05-12 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Meet other general requirements. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | F | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | E | Services Deficiencies | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | F | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. |
| 2022-02-23 | 2022-04-24 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | C | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Implement emergency and standby power systems. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Construction Deficiencies | Meet requirements for outpatient facilities located next to inpatient facilities separated by fire resistive construction. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | 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. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Services Deficiencies | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2019-12-30 | 2020-02-14 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Tacony which is 2.7 miles away and has a population of 7,000 (very small town).
- The average income is $47,595, which is 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
- 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.
- 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
0.2 miles awayShopRite
0.3 miles awayPenn Foods Market
0.9 miles awayAldi
1.3 miles awaySave-A-Lot
1.5 miles awayTransportation
Cheltenham
0.7 miles awayLawndale
0.7 miles awayRyers
1.1 miles awayNone Found
Banks
Sun Federal Credit Union
0.3 miles awayCitizens Bank
0.9 miles awaySantander
0.9 miles awayBank of America
0.9 miles awayAmerican Bakery Workers Credit Union
1.3 miles awayHospitals
Kindred Hospital Philadelphia
0.4 miles awayFriends Hospital
1.5 miles awayEinstein Medical Center Elkins Park
1.7 miles awayCancer Treatment Centers of America
1.9 miles awayJefferson Frankford Hospital
1.9 miles awayPharmacies
Rite Aid
0.2 miles awayPharmacy Of America
0.3 miles awayTang Pharmacy
0.4 miles awayAlexa Pharmacy
0.6 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.0 miles awayDentists
Family Dentistry
0.6 miles awayAbsolute Smile
1.4 miles awayDental Dreams
1.6 miles awayUdis & Conn Orthodontics
3.6 miles awayGermantown Dental Group
4.2 miles awayParks
Lawncrest
0.5 miles awayTarken Recreation Center
0.6 miles awayBurholme
0.8 miles awayTookany Creek Park
0.8 miles awayVeterans Park
0.9 miles awayPlaces of Worship
Old Trinity Church
0.4 miles awayFirst Presbyterian Church in Germantown
4.6 miles awaySt. George's United Methodist Church
7.1 miles awaySt. Peter's Church
7.9 miles awayGloria Dei Church
8.3 miles awayShopping
Cheltenham Square Mall
3.8 miles awayWillow Grove Park Mall
6.5 miles awayFranklin Market Place
7.0 miles awayPhiladelphia Mills
7.1 miles awayFashion District Philadelphia
7.4 miles awayCulture
Amphitheatre
3.3 miles awayAbington Art Center
3.3 miles awayGermantown Theatre Center
4.0 miles awayFLUXSpace
4.2 miles awayArt Making Machine Studios
4.2 miles awayRestaurants
Dragon City
0.3 miles awayFat Jack's BBQ
0.3 miles awayRising Sun Pizza
0.6 miles awayNew Napoli Famous Pizza
0.6 miles awayQuaker Diner
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