Northview Estates in Ellwood City offers three levels of residential care—Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care—so residents can stay in one community even if their needs change. The Assisted Living program covers day-to-day support with personal tasks, while Memory Care is designed for residents who require structure and supervision related to dementia, including advanced conditions. Independent Living is available for those who do not need hands-on assistance but prefer a maintenance-free apartment with optional health monitoring and meal plans.

Round-the-clock clinical oversight is anchored by registered and licensed practical nurses on site 24 hours a day, with an additional nurse on call. Apartments are door-alarmed, equipped with pull-cord call systems, and the secured areas for memory support feature WanderGuard technology. On-site medical and therapeutic services include medication management, occupational and speech therapy, physical therapy, a wellness program, and regular podiatry visits. The staff also provides full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating and toileting, along with continence care and hospice coordination. Residents who use walkers, require standby help, or need a one-person transfer receive support as specified in their individual care plans. Special dietary needs are accommodated and care teams have experience with advanced dementia.

Apartments come in a variety of layouts; some include a private bathroom, kitchenette and cable service, while others offer more streamlined floor plans. All residences receive routine housekeeping and scheduled laundry services. Independent Living residents can opt into weekly housekeeping and laundry, along with periodic medication-management monitoring, so they can stay on top of prescriptions without the intensity of Assisted Living oversight.

Dining follows a set menu that rotates regularly, and diet modifications are available for medical or personal reasons. Meals are served in the main dining room, with snacks offered throughout the day, and in-room dining can be arranged when needed. A private dining room is available for family gatherings or special occasions. Independent Living residents purchase a monthly meal plan that covers a designated number of meals each day, allowing them to supplement with their own cooking if they prefer.

Residents have access to a barber and beauty shop, a wellness center for exercise and health programming, and scheduled transportation for medical appointments and errands. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.

Residents and their families say:

This community receives high praise for its cleanliness, a variety of room sizes, and the overall caring nature of its staff. Reviewers consistently mention that the staff members from different departments—including the administrator, aides, kitchen, maintenance, housekeeping, and nursing—are very nice, helpful, deeply caring, and go above and beyond in their duties. The community is also noted for offering good value with its cost and amenities in comparison to other communities, including kitchenettes in apartments, laundry services, and an array of activities led by a dedicated activities director. The meals are frequently commended for their quality, variety, and the effort made to cater to residents' dietary needs. The community’s efforts to maintain a clean environment and provide a homey atmosphere are well appreciated, and communication with families is highlighted as a strong point.

However, there are concerns, particularly regarding the memory care unit where one reviewer mentioned insufficient monitoring leading to safety concerns, such as residents wandering. Another review expressed dissatisfaction with the standard of care on the regular assisted living unit compared to the memory care unit, noting an improvement after transitioning units. The food, while generally praised, was seen as generic by one reviewer, who suggested it could benefit from improvements. These criticisms, though few in comparison to the compliments, suggest areas where the community might focus on making refinements to enhance resident safety and improve the quality of meals. Despite these drawbacks, many families are satisfied with the caring environment and would recommend this community for its staff's dedication and the quality of life it offers to residents.

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