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PositiveOur experience
It's a large room size and the food is mediocre. They have attentive staff. It's a clean facility even though it's old.
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8301 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
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About the community
At Deer Meadows Retirement Community in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we are a one-stop shop for your evolving care needs. We offer a wide spectrum of medical care services, so you will never have to worry about moving if your care needs change. From an independent living lifestyle to more advanced nursing services -- we have all you could want for the good times and times of need. Our continuum of care services are unmatched with an ever-growing list of medical and rehabilitative services facilitated by caring and highly-qualified staff. We are a Christian-based community with a mission to care for seniors with respect and dignity, no matter their religion, race, gender, or national origin. All persons are cared for here with compassion and quality services. Contact a Senior Living Advisor today, and see all the ways we can care for you. Community Services Attentive and qualified staff are available around all hours of the clock for immediate resident needs. Care is tailored to your needs here, and as your care needs evolve so will the services that come to you. We offer all the services and amenities you could need from an assisted living and memory care community. Residents love our chef-prepared meals, with three meals and snacks available daily in our main dining room. Private dining rooms are also available. We care deeply about your health and wellness here, and work to provide innovative and top-of-the-line forms of care to get you living your healthiest life. Here are more of the services we offer: On-site health assessments ADL assistance Cardiac care Memory care Diabetes care Hospice care Palliative care IV therapy Neurological care Nutritional management Counseling Optometry and dental services Respite care Skilled nursing Specialized therapies Transportation Living Options We offer studios as well as one- and two-bedroom apartments, with private and semi-private options. Wheelchair-accessible and safety equipped units are available. Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services are provided. Emergency alert systems and fire sprinkler systems are present throughout our community. Care Types Offered Deer Meadows is a personal care home , which in the state of Pennsylvania serves residents who do not need 24-hour nursing care, and provides food, shelter, and personal assistance to 4 or more residents. Deer Meadows Inspection Reports Related Links Independent Living Memory Care Assisted Living Senior Living Advisors
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PositiveIt's a large room size and the food is mediocre. They have attentive staff. It's a clean facility even though it's old.
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PositiveThe people are amazing!!! From the front desk to the janitorial staff I pass in the hallway. Everyone is friendly and welcoming. It's very comforting to know that my mom is surrounded by people who care. It's not just a job!
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CriticalShe fell a lot. She fell three times in two days and they put her in the hospital. Then we moved her to their rehab side and I kept asking how much time was covered by the insurance and they kept saying they didn't know. Well after three weeks, my husband and I were going on vacation and we got the call that her time was up that day. I called to appeal and an hour later I got the call that it was declined. The next day, I got a call from the director asking how soon we could move her out. I said we were away and sh…
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PositiveThey have been unable to keep enough staff to take care of residents!!! As far as the food goes, they need more of a variety, a proper diet for people with diabetes, and more choices to choose from on the menu.
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CriticalI would not recommend unless the person had no other choice. I don't think their decisions are made with the best interest of the residents.
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PositiveA facility is only as good as its staff. Deer Meadows Retirement Community, for the most part, has very caring people. They are slow, however, in fixing things in the room and getting a new remote for her TV. I would recommend the facility to others.
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