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The Terrace At Chestnut Hill

495 East Abington Avenue,, Philadelphia, PA 19118

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

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(215) 240-4267


Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,434
  • Average State Price: $4,922
  • Average National Price: $3,754



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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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    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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    Community Reviews

    7.9
    The Terrace At Chestnut Hill
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 145 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 25 out of 74 communities in Philadelphia
  • Ranking in State: 735 out of 1426 communities in PA
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

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

    Concerns and Praises:

    • One review expresses extreme concern over the decline in nutritional value of meals over the years.
    • Several reviews praise the facility, describing it as "tremendous" and "very good," with one noting it as a "good place."
    • However, there are criticisms about it being understaffed, having a high turnover, and poor accountability, including medication errors.
    • Positive remarks highlight the friendly staff, cleanliness, and the recent remodeling efforts to enhance appeal for residents and visitors.
    • Some reviews commend the management and staff for their dedication, mentioning the facility provides a variety of activities and services, including transportation for medical appointments.
    • Concerns are raised about the authenticity of recent positive reviews and allegations of neglect and unprofessional behavior by the management.
    • Conversely, other reviews defend the executive director's commitment and responsiveness, praising the caring nature of the staff and the sense of community within the facility.
    • Security and the treatment of clients by the staff are noted as positive aspects.
    • The facility's efforts in assisting with transitions and maintaining communication with families are appreciated, along with the provision of nutritious meals.

    Overall Sentiment:

    The reviews present a mixed view of the facility, with significant praise for its staff, cleanliness, and community atmosphere, but also serious concerns regarding management practices, staffing issues, and the nutritional value of meals. Prospective residents and their families may want to consider these factors carefully.


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    Health

    Daily expert assistance


    Activities

    Expanded programs and activities


    Community Amenities

    Technology that keeps you connected


    Room Amenities

    Modern living spaces


    Dining

    Restaurant-quality

    Chef-prepared meals

    Home cooking

    Delicious

    Nutritious

    Customizable dietary needs


    Pet

    Pet-friendly living



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Wyndmoor which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 5,498 (very small town).
    • The average income is $216,970, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 82
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 58.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 142 days of rain, 20 days of snow and 201 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.4 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • 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.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • 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
    0.4 miles away
    The Fresh Market
    0.4 miles away
    The Fresh Grocer
    1.7 miles away
    Aldi
    2.0 miles away
    Weavers Way Co-op
    2.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Gravers
    0.3 miles away
    Wyndmoor
    0.3 miles away
    Chestnut Hill West
    0.6 miles away
    Chestnut Hill East
    0.6 miles away
    Highland
    0.9 miles away

    Bus Stations

    250
    0.6 miles away
    Chestnut Hill Loop
    0.6 miles away
    Germantown Av & Chestnut Hill Av
    0.7 miles away
    Germantown Av & Laughlin Ln
    0.8 miles away
    Germantown Av & Norman Ln
    0.9 miles away

    Banks

    Citizens Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    0.3 miles away
    PNC Bank
    0.4 miles away
    Bank of America
    0.5 miles away
    TD Bank
    0.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Chestnut Hill Hospital
    0.7 miles away
    Fairmount Behavioral Health System
    2.6 miles away
    The Germantown Hospital and Medical Center
    3.2 miles away
    Roxborough Memorial Hospital
    3.3 miles away
    Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia
    3.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.7 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.0 miles away
    Roxy Drug Store
    3.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Chesheim Dental Associates
    1.4 miles away
    Doc Bresler's Cavity Busters
    2.8 miles away
    Udis & Conn Orthodontics
    3.9 miles away
    Dental Dreams
    5.0 miles away
    Germantown Dental Group
    5.4 miles away

    Parks

    Water Tower Recreation Center
    0.2 miles away
    Winston Park
    0.3 miles away
    Buckley Park
    0.4 miles away
    Pastorius Park
    0.5 miles away
    Wissahickon Valley Park
    0.5 miles away

    Places of Worship

    First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
    3.1 miles away
    Old Trinity Church
    6.1 miles away
    St. George's United Methodist Church
    8.8 miles away
    St. Peter's Church
    9.6 miles away
    Gloria Dei Church
    10.2 miles away

    Shopping

    Cheltenham Square Mall
    2.1 miles away
    Plymouth Meeting Mall
    5.1 miles away
    Willow Grove Park Mall
    5.8 miles away
    New Shopping Center
    7.8 miles away
    Shops at 40th Street
    8.5 miles away

    Culture

    Woodmere Art Gallery
    1.3 miles away
    Sedgewick Theatre
    1.3 miles away
    Chestnut Hill Academy Performing Arts Center
    1.3 miles away
    Allens Lane Art Center
    1.8 miles away
    Spruance Fine Arts Center
    1.9 miles away

    Restaurants

    El Poquito
    0.4 miles away
    Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
    0.5 miles away
    Hokka Hokka
    0.6 miles away
    Mi Puebla RESTAURANT & Bakery
    1.3 miles away
    Cresheim Valley Grain Exchange
    1.3 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a large-sized community with 122 total beds.

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