Smith Health Care Ltd

453 South Main Road, Mountain Top PA, 18707

Resident Review Score
7
|
Loved
Starting price

$1,590

For this area
$$$
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Smith Health Care Ltd is a nursing home in Mountain Top, PA, with 37 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living and memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia. The community also has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $1,590 and range up to $8,517 per month. The average price in the community is $5,054, which is higher than the average cost of $5,053 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is less than the state average. If the resident needs added care, additional services may increase the cost of care. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.2 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.6 hours with licensed nurses (0.8 by an RN and 0.8 by an LPN) and 1.6 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

Residents need to have a scheduled, structured activity every day. See our amenity list below for more information.

There are nine hospitals within 25 miles of Smith Health Care Ltd. The two closest hospitals are Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, which is 9.6 miles away, and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, which is 10.9 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 3, which is an average rating of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has an average health inspection rating of 3. The quality rating for this facility is 3 and the staff rating is 2.

Some of the key amenities available at Smith Health Care Ltd are:

  • Outdoor Areas
  • Activity Center

For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(570) 868-3664

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Resident Review Score
7.6
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Starting price

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Pricing for Smith Health Care Ltd

$5,053Avg. Local Starting Price
Smith Health Care Ltd$1,590

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$5,346
  • In Wilkes Barre-Scranton$5,053
  • In PA$5,742

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Resident Review Score
7
|
Loved
#1 in Mountain Top, PA
Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved8
Loved1
Good0
Average0
Below Average5

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has received numerous positive reviews from residents and their families praising the care, cleanliness, and the staff's genuine concern for the residents. Many have highlighted the facility's home-like atmosphere and the professional, caring nature of the staff, who are not only friendly but also keep families well-informed about their loved ones' care, especially during challenging times like the pandemic. The communication between staff and families is consistently noted as helpful, ensuring that families are kept in the loop regarding any changes in their loved one's condition. The community has been lauded for its wide range of activities, comfortable rooms and furniture, and the peaceful garden setting. The food received compliments, and the overall management and responsiveness of the staff have been mentioned as exemplary. It's notable that residents feel like they are part of a family here, with specific praise for how personal connections are fostered. Furthermore, the staff's professionalism and expertise, particularly in handling cases of dementia and providing physical therapy, have made a significant positive impact on the residents' well-being.
However, there was mention of challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as the difficulty of visiting loved ones and the strain on the staff due to employees quitting, which adversely affected both administration and care at times. Despite these challenges, the community's efforts to maintain daily communication with families and ensure the well-being of residents during such unprecedented times were appreciated. The feedback underscores a consistently high level of care, compassion, and attentiveness, making this community highly recommended by many of its residents and their families. Nonetheless, the difficulties experienced during the pandemic highlight the challenges faced by both staff and families, emphasizing the community's commitment to navigating through tough times together.

AI generated summary of real reviews

ANNUAL DATA

Smith Health Care Ltd

Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

37
121.6

Local Avg

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

3
2.2

Local Avg

health inspection

3
2.1

Local Avg

quality

3
3.5

Local Avg

staff

2
2.2

Local Avg

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0
0.1

Local Avg

infection control citations

0
1.6

Local Avg

fines

0
1.7

Local Avg

amount of fines

$0
$44,424

Local Avg

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

2
1.5

Local Avg

total nurse hours

3
3.5

Local Avg

weekend nurse hours

3
3.2

Local Avg

weekend rn hours

1
0.4

Local Avg

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

64
48

Local Avg

registered nurses

43
47.1

Local Avg

administrators who left

0
0.7

Local Avg

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    SMITH HEALTH CARE LTD

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Corporation

  • Federal Provider Number

    395716

  • Provider SSA county code

    480

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    August 01, 1986

  • Type of council

    None

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    No

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Smith Health Care Ltd

Outdoor Areas
Activity Center

Activities & Fitness

Activity Centre

Care

Ambulatory Care

Incontinence Care

Dining & Nutrition

Meals Provided

Accommodations

Outdoor Areas

Hospitals

Special Care Hospital

128 West Washington Street

Distance: 6.3 miles

John Heinz Institute Of Rehabilitation

150 Mundy Street

Distance: 9.1 miles

Wilkes-Barre Veterans Affairs Medical Center

1111 East End Boulevard

Distance: 9.6 miles

Churches

Trucksville Methodist Church

40 Knob Hill, Shavertown

Distance: 12.1 miles

W B District Office of UMC

40 Knob Hill Rd, Shavertown

Distance: 12.1 miles

St Therese's Church

64 Davis Street, Shavertown

Distance: 12.8 miles

Resident Review Score
5.8
|
Good
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