Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

    401 Hazle Twp Blvd, Hazleton, PA 18202
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Welcoming facility; compassionate, professional staff

    I've been very pleased with this welcoming, clean facility and the compassionate, knowledgeable staff - nurses, CNAs, therapy and administration (Ms. Dana) are professional, responsive and go above and beyond. Communication, rehab, activities and meals are solid, and the family-like team treats residents with dignity and attentive, resident-focused care; I would recommend this place.

    Loved one of 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

    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

    3.82·(74)

    Overall rating

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

      3.4
    • Staff

      3.6
    • Meals

      1.6
    • Amenities

      2.2
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate and knowledgeable nursing staff
    • Dedicated, kind CNAs and bedside aides
    • Strong physical and occupational therapy with measurable rehab gains
    • Engaged activities program with daily variety and community outings
    • Weekly hairdresser and personal‑care services
    • Regular room cleaning and effective laundry service
    • Responsive maintenance and facility upkeep
    • Welcoming, home‑like atmosphere and family‑style team culture
    • Supportive admissions process and helpful social‑work staff
    • Open communication and transparent administrators (when present)
    • Hospice and emotional support services
    • Long‑tenured staff and teamwork orientation

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and prolonged call‑light response times
    • Delays in toileting assistance and other basic ADL support
    • Gaps in medication administration and expired‑medication controls
    • Inconsistent housekeeping and sanitation in certain areas
    • Unreliable meal quality and meal‑timing continuity
    • Weak incident response, documentation, and family communication
    • Operational failures of equipment and supply shortages
    • Security and asset‑protection vulnerabilities
    • Inadequate management continuity and leadership turnover
    • Challenges managing mixed resident populations (behavioral/forensic and long‑term care)
    • Inconsistent support and scheduling for agency and float staff
    • Equitable treatment and alleged discriminatory interactions
    • Unclear billing practices and extra fees for basic amenities
    • Inconsistent access to potable water and hydration support

    Summary of reviews

    This facility elicits markedly mixed feedback: many accounts highlight compassionate caregivers, effective therapy services, and a generally welcoming atmosphere, while others describe persistent operational shortcomings that affect day‑to‑day resident experience. Strengths most consistently mentioned include caring nursing and CNA staff, a capable rehabilitation/therapy program that achieves positive outcomes for some residents, a varied activities calendar with community outings, and several administrative leaders who practice open communication and family engagement.

    Care quality and staffing present a variable picture. Numerous comments praise individual caregivers and therapy teams for compassion and clinical skill; however, recurring operational patterns include staffing shortages, inconsistent assignment continuity, and extended call‑light response times. These patterns manifest as delays in assistance with toileting and other basic activities of daily living, concerns about medication administration controls (including expired or incorrect medications), and uneven clinical oversight at times. Several accounts also raise concerns about oxygen management during high‑acuity periods and about timely physician involvement.

    Dining and activities are likewise mixed. The activities program is frequently described as active and engaging, with daily offerings and external trips. Meal service offers choices and has satisfied some families, but other reports point to inconsistent food quality, late meals, and limited freshness or diabetic‑appropriate timing. Prospective families should ask about therapeutic diets and meal‑delivery protocols if nutrition timing is critical.

    Facility condition and operations show contrasts: maintenance and certain operational services (laundry, repairs) are praised in several descriptions, yet other reports describe equipment failures (elevators, washers), supply shortages (dressings, tissues, toilet supplies), cleanliness inconsistencies in particular areas, and odor concerns. There are also repeated references to security issues such as missing personal items and insufficient incident follow‑up. Mixed resident populations (including behavioral or forensic residents alongside long‑term and rehab patients) are noted as a source of operational challenge for dementia care and agitation management.

    Management and governance are another source of divergence. Some administrators receive strong commendations for transparency, responsiveness, and family engagement, and there are reports of real improvement under new leadership. Conversely, other accounts describe leadership turnover, delayed or absent callbacks, unclear billing practices and extra fees for amenities, and weak incident communication. There are serious individual claims — including allegations of criminal incidents and interpersonal misconduct — that families may wish to investigate further; these are best evaluated through facility records and regulatory histories.

    For prospective residents and families: a facility tour and direct questions will be important. Recommended areas to probe include current staffing ratios and typical call‑light response times, medication‑safety and expired‑medication policies, incident‑reporting practices and family notification protocols, management continuity and who the point‑of‑contact will be, therapy program outcomes, dining accommodations for therapeutic diets, sanitation inspection practices, security measures for personal items, policies on resident mix and behavioral management, and clarity on billing/amenity charges. The facility contains clear strengths in staff compassion and therapy capability, but families should weigh those strengths against operational inconsistencies that may affect daily care and safety.

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    Medicare Ratings

    1·/ 5
    Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
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    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

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    Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is located at 401 Hazle Twp Blvd, Hazleton, PA, 18202.

    About Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

    Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center sits in Hazle Township, Pennsylvania, near both I-81 and I-80, and serves seniors with a range of care needs in a quiet residential area. The facility provides short-term rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, respite stays for caregivers who need a break, hospice care, and a specialized Memory Care Neighborhood for those living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff use expert physical, occupational, and speech therapy with personalized treatment plans to help residents reach their best level of independence and sometimes even go home again if possible. Their memory care program focuses on keeping residents calm and safe with familiar routines and stimulating activities throughout the day.

    Residents can choose from various room layouts in community areas and take part in regular social events, like outings to local casinos, shopping trips, and Easter Egg Hunts, which encourage community connections. For those with planned surgeries, the Pre-registration Program allows families to arrange rehabilitation in advance. The center's team, led by Administrator Ms. Mary Anne Chaklos, uses an interdisciplinary approach to address health, safety, and daily living needs, aiming to keep quality of life as high as possible. Skilled nursing and rehabilitation services are provided under careful supervision so that every resident gets as much support as needed.

    Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is part of the Saber Healthcare Group network as well as Brandywine Senior Care Center, and it's licensed to provide care that matches required caregiver-to-senior ratios with regular health and safety inspections. The facility isn't BBB Accredited but has an A+ rating and earns an average rating of 3.4 stars from 18 reviews online, with residents giving it a 7.2 out of 10 on average. The center offers assisted and independent living options along with dementia and Alzheimer's care, all in a facility rated at two stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Seniors here can also use transportation services for outings or appointments, join in community events, and feel at home in a setting built to support both social and medical needs.

    People often ask...

    Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    Yes, Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 401 Hazle Twp Blvd, Hazleton, PA 18202.

    No, Mountain City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 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.

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