Brevillier Village

    5416 E Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16511
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Well-maintained affordable compassionate senior care

    I've had a 20+ year association with this beautiful, well-maintained facility-affordable for limited incomes and offering independent, assisted, respite and long-term care with nice one- and two-bedroom options. The grounds and location are lovely, activities plentiful, and transportation to appointments is available; staff are attentive, compassionate and treat residents with dignity. Overall I'm very pleased and would recommend it to families seeking caring, reliable senior care.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.15·(20)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.0
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      4.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, respectful staff–resident interactions
    • Attentive long-term and assisted-care services
    • Well-maintained interior and attractive grounds
    • Affordable pricing and options for limited income
    • Multiple housing options (one- and two-bedroom, respite, independent/assisted living)
    • Engaging activities program and transportation services
    • Generally good dining quality
    • Safe, family-like community atmosphere
    • Positive employee experience in some departments

    Cons

    • Inadequate staffing levels causing delayed responsiveness
    • Medication-management controls with gaps
    • Inconsistent cleanliness and sanitation practices
    • Variable staff professionalism and communication tone
    • Reliance on agency or temporary staff
    • Noise disturbance from HVAC/air-handling equipment
    • Challenges in managing complex neurological conditions
    • Gaps in clinical-incident response and family communication
    • Potential regulatory and compliance shortcomings

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed picture of Brevillier Village. Many accounts emphasize strong, compassionate caregiving, particularly in long-term and assisted-care settings. Families and residents commonly praise attentive staff who treat residents with dignity, an active activities program, available transportation for appointments, and a pleasant physical campus with well-maintained interiors and attractive grounds. The community offers a range of housing options — independent living, assisted living, respite care, and one- and two-bedroom units — and is described by some as affordable for limited-income seniors.

    Care and staffing present the clearest divergence in experiences. Positive descriptions highlight staff who are caring, respectful, and capable of creating a family-like atmosphere; some families conveyed gratitude for consistent, loving attention. Conversely, other accounts raise concerns about staffing levels and responsiveness: delayed assistance, long wait times for aides, and an increased use of agency or temporary personnel. Those operational traits appear linked to reports of inconsistent service quality and uneven staff professionalism and communication.

    Clinical and safety-related themes include praise for attentive long-term care alongside isolated but serious operational issues. Several reviewers referenced medication-administration problems and a need for stronger medication-management controls. There are also notes about gaps in how the facility responds to clinical incidents and how it communicates with families, including concerns following a resident's death; these indicate opportunities to strengthen protocols for incident response and family notification.

    Daily living elements are mostly favorable, with many residents reporting good food, a variety of activities, and transportation support. However, cleanliness and sanitation practices were inconsistency-flagged by some reviewers, suggesting the need for more consistent housekeeping standards across units and common areas. Additionally, mechanical-noise disturbance — specifically high-pitched noise from exterior air-handling equipment on the west side — was called out as an environmental comfort issue that may affect certain apartments.

    Management and compliance signals are mixed. Several testimonials describe excellent leadership and a positive workplace in some departments, while others mention reliance on agency staff and references to state-level complaints or compliance concerns. Taken together, these patterns suggest that while the facility offers many strengths — compassionate staff, good amenities, and a pleasant campus — prospective residents and families should evaluate current staffing ratios, medication-safety practices, cleanliness protocols, noise exposure for specific units, and the facility’s incident-response and family-communication processes during a visit.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Brevillier Village is located at 5416 E Lake Rd, Erie, PA, 16511.

    About Brevillier Village

    Brevillier Village sits right on the banks of Lake Erie at 5416 East Lake Road, Erie, PA, on over 20 acres of lakefront, which gives it a peaceful setting with lots of space and views all year round, and the Bookmobile comes through on set dates like November 6, 20 and December 4, 18, 2023, bringing books, audiobooks, DVDs, WiFi hotspots, and even puzzles for folks to enjoy-people can stop by in person, get things printed on demand, and find a good selection for all ages. The campus has several buildings, with Ball Pavilion offering skilled nursing and rehab for 85 residents, Conrad House handling independent living apartments, and Barnabas Courts set up for personal care and, in Barnabas Court North, secure dementia and Alzheimer's care, with advanced iris scanners and painted doors to help residents feel safe and calm, plus memory support staff who know just what to do to help keep minds active. The community provides a full range of care options, from independent senior living and personal care with help for daily needs, to short-term respite care, memory care, hospice, and home health with everything in between; there are always nurses, aides, and therapy staff on site day and night, plus regular visits from physicians, dentists, and other health providers for things like lab work or eye care, so people don't need to go far for what they need. Residents can join fitness and wellness groups, enjoy three balanced meals each day in the dining area, and get special diets handled when needed, and family can come visit flexibly, join in on spiritual services led by the Village Chaplain, or enjoy weekly activities, planned outings, and resident-run events to keep everyone active and connected. Every apartment comes with safety in mind, like a 24-hour call system, secure access, housekeeping, cable, WiFi, phone, beauty shops, coin laundry rooms, and big, bright living spaces, whether someone picks a personal care room or a private one-bedroom unit with a full shower and kitchen. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists, aided by physician's orders, make sure any rehab or therapy fits each person, with services like wound care, medication help, and supplemental nutrition built into the daily plan, and people needing more help can get round-the-clock medical support in the skilled nursing area, which is important for older folks with greater needs. The staff handles meal planning, move-in coordination, and transportation to appointments or fun trips, and there's a strong focus on keeping everyone's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs met, making it feel like a warm, caring place instead of just a facility, especially since Brevillier Village operates as a non-profit and keeps its focus on dignity, respect, and a sense of belonging for every resident no matter which stage of care they're in.

    People often ask...

    Brevillier Village offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    There are 20 photos of Brevillier Village on Mirador.

    Yes, Brevillier Village allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 5416 E Lake Rd, Erie, PA 16511.

    No, Brevillier Village does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services licenses personal care homes and assisted living residences and publishes its licensing inspection summaries.

    License number453060
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity120 residents
    LicenseeBALL PAVILION INC
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveDecember 8th, 2025
    ExpiresDecember 8th, 2026
    Special certificationSpecial Care Unit (capacity 60)
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    35

    Reports

    4

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    16

    Years

    08 Jan 2026Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    05 Sept 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. The review concluded compliance with licensing requirements.
    30 Oct 2024Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies, including an unsigned resident contract at admission, incomplete staff orientation, missing breathing shield in the transport first-aid kit, incorrect medication labeling, missing bed enabler in assessments, and hospice services not addressed in the care plan. Violations cited.
    • 2600Written Contract and Review
    • 2600Orientation within 40 hours
    • 2600First Aid Kit
    • 2600Medication labeling
    • 2600Additional Assessment
    • 2600Support Plan Revision
    26 Jan 2024Inspection
    Found deficiencies related to medication management and a resident's access to their bedroom.
    • Type B2600.42.bAbuse
    • 2600.101.iAccess to Bedroom
    • 2600.183aOriginal Containers and Injections
    • 2600.183bMeds and Syringes Locked
    • 2600.187bDate/Time of Medication Admin.
    • 2600.187dFollow Prescriber's Orders
    19 Oct 2023Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in training, safety, and documentation. Issues included gaps in direct care training, bathroom ventilation, fire drills, lighting at bedside, cleaning and trash disposal, and medical record completeness.
    • 2600.65.dDirect care staff training and competency
    • 2600.85.eTrash outside the home
    • 2600.86.bBathroom ventilation
    • 2600.101.jLighting in bedrooms; bedside lamp
    • 2600.105.gLint removal and duct cleaning
    • 2600.132.aMonthly fire drill
    • 2600.141.b.2Medical evaluation changes
    • 2600.171.b.5First aid kit contents in vehicle
    • 2600.227.dSupport plan medical/dental
    • 2600.236Staff training in dementia care
    30 Jun 2022Inspection
    Determined the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented. Continued compliance must be maintained.
    05 Apr 2022Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    28 Dec 2021Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    13 Sept 2021Inspection
    Renewed the regular license for a personal care home; the license is valid for one year and an onsite inspection will occur within the next twelve months.
    21 Oct 2020Inspection
    Granted a regular license to operate a personal care home following renewal; annual on-site inspections will be conducted.
    20 Nov 2019Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    18 Sept 2019Inspection
    Identified a deficiency requiring staff to review resident records to ensure medical evaluations are completed annually.
    • 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600Resident medical evaluations
    30 Aug 2019Inspection
    Renewed the regular license to operate and continued authorization; no deficiencies cited.
    01 Feb 2019Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    25 Sept 2018Inspection
    The review found several deficiencies: improper refrigerator temperature in a common area, missing medical professional licenses on resident evaluations, and inaccurate glucose readings recorded in the charts.
    • 65 Pa.Code §2600.141(b)(1)Annual medical evaluation
    • 65 Pa.Code §2600.185(a)Safe storage, access, security, distribution and use of medications and medical equipment by trained staff
    • 65 Pa.Code §2600.185(a)Safe storage, access, security, distribution and use of medications and medical equipment by trained staff
    20 Aug 2018Inspection
    Found no deficiencies in the renewal process; license renewal issued.
    12 Sept 2017Inspection
    Investigators identified multiple regulatory deficiencies involving resident dietary needs and medication procedures during a licensing review.
    • 2600.161(d)Dietary needs
    • 2600.185(a)Medication storage and safety
    25 Aug 2017Inspection
    The department renewed and issued a regular license for a personal care home and planned an onsite inspection within the next twelve months.
    14 Sept 2016Inspection
    Inspections found deficiencies including improper staff training timing, unsafe hot water temperatures, and missing timely cognitive preadmission screenings and care plans for residents.
    • 2600.85(d)Direct care staff training
    • 2600.89(d)Hot water temperature
    • 2600.231(c)Preadmission cognitive screenings
    • 2600.234(a)Plan of correction / care planning
    30 Aug 2016Inspection
    The Department renewed the license and issued a certificate of compliance for a personal care home.
    24 Mar 2016Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in preadmission screening, medical evaluations, and annual assessments for a dementia care unit, with corrective actions required.
    • Type A2600.224(a)Preadmission screening
    • 2600.231(b)Medical evaluation
    • 2600.231(f)Annual assessment for dementia care unit
    • 2600.231(g)Signage and safety systems
    09 Sept 2015Inspection
    Renewed license and issued a certificate of compliance for the facility, indicating regulatory requirements were met.
    29 Sept 2014Inspection
    Granted a waiver allowing admission in the dementia care unit under specified conditions, including staff training requirements and annual trainings.
    23 Sept 2014Inspection
    Investigated a licensing survey that found multiple regulatory violations, including staffing and safety issues, with several deficiencies noted during the inspection process.
    • 55 Pa. Code §2600First aid and CPR staffing
    • 55 Pa. Code §2600Grab bars/hand rails in toilet areas
    • 55 Pa. Code §2600Fire safety - lint buildup in dryers
    • 55 Pa. Code §2600Grab bars/hand rails in toilet areas (additional location)
    25 Aug 2014Inspection
    Granted a renewal license for a Personal Care Home after review, and issued a regular license.
    12 Aug 2014Inspection
    Investigated a dementia care unit licensing matter and found multiple deficiencies, including lack of documented resident consent for admission to the dementia unit, missing or incomplete preadmission cognitive screenings, and incomplete medical evaluations for residents.
    • Type A2600.231(a)Preadmission screening; dementia care units
    • Type A2600.231(c)Preadmission cognitive screening
    • Type A2600.141(a)(2)Medical evaluations; required content
    29 May 2014Inspection
    Regulator denied waivers for specific resident rights, unobstructed egress, and admission in a personal care setting and notified about hearing procedures.
    14 May 2014Inspection
    Denied waivers of specific rights, unobstructed egress, and admission requirements.
    30 Aug 2013Inspection
    Granted a renewed license and issued a certificate of compliance for operation at the listed address.
    21 Aug 2013Inspection
    The inspection identified several regulatory violations, including improper food storage, unsecured exits, inadequate resident medical evaluations, mobility assessments, and dementia unit provisions.
    • 2600.103(g)Food shall be stored in closed or sealed containers
    • 2600.216(a)(1)Fire drills conducted during sleeping hours
    • 2600.141(a)(1)Medical evaluation
    • 2600.226(a)Mobility needs assessment
    • 2600.231Secure Dementia Unit
    27 Sept 2012Inspection
    Multiple deficiencies were found in medical evaluations, medication management, and initial resident assessments during the audit.
    • 2600.141(b)(1)Medical evaluation at least annually
    • 2600.185(a)Safe storage, security, distribution, and use of medications and medical equipment
    • 2600.225(a)Initial assessment
    20 Jul 2012Inspection
    Identified violations of reporting requirements and resident dignity standards stemming from an incident and the facility's abuse reporting practices.
    • 2600.15(a)Immediate reporting of incidents/conditions to the Department
    • 2600.16(c)Dignity and respect for residents
    • 2600.42(c)Abuse reporting requirements
    30 Apr 2012Inspection
    Determined that a waiver of a code provision was no longer needed and reminded the home to maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
    16 Nov 2011Inspection
    Identified safety and care-planning deficiencies during a licensing review.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Exit access and safety devices
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Safety features and accessibility
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Resident care planning
    21 Oct 2010Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to safety signage, emergency procedures, and temperature control during the inspection.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Regulation - safety signage
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Exit signs required
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Copies of the emergency procedures

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