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Smith Health Care
453 South Main Road,, Mountain Top, PA 18707
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(800) 780-8101To Reach a Resident
(570) 868-3664Pricing Details
In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Dec. 22, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Pricing Information
Skilled Nursing: Approximately $9,000 per month (insurance may cover for a short time)
Personal Care and Assisted Living (shared room): About $2,500 per month
Personal Care and Assisted Living (private room): About $3,200 per month
Respite Care (Skilled level): $295 per day
Respite Care (Personal care level): Cost not specified
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Exclusive Interview Insights
Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Dec. 22, 2023. Here's what we learned:
Types of Care Offered
The senior living community offers a range of care options to accommodate the varying needs of residents:
- Skilled Nursing: This is for residents who require extensive assistance with daily activities, including help with standing, walking, bathing, and medication management.
- Personal Care: This level is for residents who are more independent but still require assistance with daily activities.
- Assisted Living: Similar to personal care, residents receive help with activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration.
Availability
There are currently openings in all levels of care provided by the community.
Respite Care and Short-Term Stays
The community offers respite care options in both skilled nursing and personal care levels, accommodating stays ranging from one night to several weeks or a month.
Aging in Place
Residents have the ability to age in place, transitioning from personal care to a higher level of skilled nursing care within the same community if needed.
Pet Policy
Dogs are welcome to visit the community, and visiting hours are open 24/7. However, pets are not allowed to live with the residents.
Moving Assistance
While the community does not have a dedicated moving company, the maintenance team is available to help bring items into a resident's room and set them up once they are on-site.
Transportation
There is no in-house transportation service; however, a third-party service is available for appointments, with costs varying based on distance and duration.
Dining Experience
Meals are served at set times throughout the day, with alternatives always available for residents who may not prefer the day's menu. Snacks are provided, and residents can keep personal food items in their rooms.
Staffing and Medical Care
Chefs prepare meals, and the community has a favorable staff-to-resident ratio. Medical care is provided by visiting doctors, including specialists like podiatrists and eye doctors. Blood work and imaging services are also available on-site. Nursing staff includes RNs, LPNs, and aides, with the exact number varying by shift and care level.
Vaccinations
The community offers flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines to residents, with administration occurring annually.
Safety Measures
Doors are alarmed but not locked, and residents have call bells in their rooms. Additional safety measures like wander guards are used for residents who may require closer monitoring.
Addressing Complaints
A grievance box is available for residents to submit complaints, and they can also speak directly to staff members such as the social worker or director of nursing.
Communication with Families
The community keeps in touch with residents' families through regular email newsletters and direct calls from nurses to update on any significant events or changes in the resident's status.
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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.
Many families have shared their experiences with Smith Health Care, offering a range of perspectives. Positive reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, the staff's friendliness, and the high level of care provided. Families appreciate the communication from the staff, the attention to residents' needs, and the overall environment that feels like home. Several reviewers noted the facility's efforts during the pandemic to keep families informed and residents safe. Some residents themselves have praised the care they received, mentioning the support in regaining independence and the quality of medical and physical therapy services.
However, there are also critical reviews concerning the facility's management and staffing. Concerns have been raised about the director of nursing's attitude, staffing levels, and the treatment of both employees and residents. Some reviews mention a lack of proper equipment, heavy workloads for staff, and instances of neglect or inadequate care. There are also reports of disrespectful behavior towards employees and families, and issues with cleanliness and safety protocols.
While many testimonials commend the facility for its compassionate care and positive impact on residents' lives, others urge caution, citing management practices, staffing issues, and concerns about resident safety and well-being. The mixed reviews suggest that while some have had excellent experiences, others have faced significant challenges.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 3
Health inspection rating: 3
Staffing rating: 2
Quality measure rating: 3
Long-term quality measure rating:
4
Short-term quality measure rating:
2
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: Aug. 1, 1986
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 37
Total current residents: 31
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: None
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-30 | 2023-06-30 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2023-05-30 | 2023-06-30 | C | Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Construction Deficiencies | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Construction Deficiencies | Use approved construction type or materials. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. |
| 2022-06-13 | 2022-08-12 | E | Smoke Deficiencies | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-24 | E | Egress Deficiencies | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-24 | 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. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-24 | C | 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. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-24 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-24 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Mountain Top which is 3.9 miles away and has a population of 10,982 (small town).
- The average income is $92,990, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 75
- Low Temperature: 28
- Average Temperature: 51.4
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 175 days of rain, 37 days of snow and 152 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.4 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 76.53 years old, which is low compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 113.0, 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
Weis Market
1.9 miles awayCarone's Market
2.7 miles awayGerrity's
6.2 miles awayWeis Markets
6.9 miles awayLucas Farms Produce Center
7.2 miles awayTransportation
Tamaqua
22.8 miles awayBus Stations
Nanticoke Park and Ride Lot LCTA Bus Stop
5.2 miles awayMountain Top/Wilkes-Barre Park and Ride Lot LCTA Bus Stop
7.3 miles awayShuttle Bus
21.8 miles awayFlixBus Scranton
23.1 miles awayBanks
Citizens Bank
2.0 miles awayPNC Bank
2.6 miles awayM&T Bank
2.7 miles awayFirst Keystone Community Bank
6.5 miles awayUFCW
6.6 miles awayHospitals
Mercy Special Care Hospital
6.2 miles awayGeisinger South Wilkes-Barre
7.6 miles awayWilkes-Barre General Hospital
9.5 miles awayFirst Hospital
10.1 miles awayGeisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center
10.6 miles awayPharmacies
Triangle Pharmacy
2.8 miles awayCrestwood Pharmacy
3.2 miles awayRite Aid
3.3 miles awayCVS
6.5 miles awaySpotanski's
6.6 miles awayDentists
Zeigler Orthodontist
1.3 miles awayKaram Orthodontist
3.4 miles awayCnS Dental Group
6.5 miles awayTroynacki Dental Group
6.5 miles awayBernard J Hine, DMD
7.8 miles awayParks
St Judes Grove
1.0 miles awayAmerican Legion VFW
1.0 miles awayWright Township Community Park
1.1 miles awayPine View
1.1 miles awayLuzerne County
1.2 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Wyoming Valley Mall
9.2 miles awayWyoming Valley Mall Food Court
9.3 miles awayLaurel Mall
10.8 miles awayBirney Mall
20.7 miles awayChalet Village
22.0 miles awayCulture
Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts
8.4 miles awayF.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
8.5 miles awayLittle Theatre of Wilkes-Barre
9.4 miles awayArts Center of Wilkes-Barre
9.6 miles awayArt 'n Vino
9.8 miles awayRestaurants
La Napoli
0.9 miles awayMilkhouse Ice Cream
1.0 miles awayAbe's Hot Dogs
1.3 miles awayKomaqi Chinese & Sushi
2.7 miles awayChinese Food
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Licensing
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