Richland Woods by New Perspective

    3324 Elton Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Compassionate clean engaging elder care

    I chose this community for my mom and have been very pleased - the staff are kind, know residents and family by name, and provide attentive nursing and hospice support so she aged in place with dignity. The facility is bright, impeccably clean, feels like home, and offers restaurant-quality meals plus nonstop activities and outings that keep residents engaged. Leadership is responsive and reassuring; I highly recommend it - nearly everything has been superb.

    Loved one of resident
    Aug 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

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

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

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

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement

    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

    4.52·(42)

    Overall rating

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

      4.8
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.9
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, knowledgeable nursing staff
    • Personalized, resident-centered care
    • Active life-engagement program with diverse activities
    • Organized transportation and community outings
    • Well-maintained grounds and attractive outdoor spaces
    • Spacious, comfortable apartments
    • Restaurant-quality dining with menu and a la carte options
    • Clean, bright, modern facility
    • 24/7 staff availability and attentive housekeeping
    • Supportive move-in/move-out assistance and administration
    • Hospice and end-of-life care support with aging-in-place model
    • Staff and administration that facilitate socialization

    Cons

    • Personal-property security and inventory-control weaknesses
    • Billing transparency and refund-policy opacity
    • Variable staff performance and conduct consistency
    • Integrated memory-care approach without a dedicated unit
    • Activity accessibility limitations for residents with advanced impairments
    • Occasional limitations in meal variety or menu options
    • Allegations of inappropriate discharge and serious staff conduct

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Feedback is predominantly positive, with frequent praise for clinical care, engagement programming, facility upkeep, and dining. Families and residents commonly describe knowledgeable and compassionate nursing staff, attentive housekeeping, and an administrative team that supports transitions and social integration. The community's landscaping, bright modern interiors, and spacious apartments are repeatedly noted as contributing to a homelike atmosphere.

    Care and clinical services: Nursing and medical oversight receive strong commendations for medication management, proactive care planning, and effective behavior-management approaches. Several reviewers highlighted a responsive head nurse and on-site medical staff who provide updates and maintain resident care continuity. The community's aging-in-place model and coordination with hospice services were described as facilitating peaceful end-of-life experiences for some residents.

    Staff and management: Many accounts emphasize respectful, resident-centered interactions and staff who know residents by name. Life-engagement personnel and administrative staff are singled out for effectively encouraging participation and assisting with transitions. At the same time, there are indications of variability in staff performance; while many families describe exemplary conduct, a minority raised serious concerns about staff behavior and discharge practices. These more serious claims warrant direct discussion with management and review of the facility's complaint-resolution and oversight processes.

    Dining and activities: Dining is generally praised for quality, portions, and a la carte options, with several residents enjoying restaurant-style meals. A wide range of activities, entertainers, outings, and daily programs contribute to high engagement for many residents. Reviewers note, however, that some residents with advanced mobility or cognitive impairment may find the activity slate less accessible or engaging; prospective residents should evaluate program suitability for specific support needs.

    Facilities and safety: The community is described as clean, secure, and well maintained, with coded access and well-kept outdoor areas. Despite these controls, concerns about personal-property security and staff access protocols were raised and are reflected in complaints about missing items and dissatisfaction with how those incidents were handled. Prospective families should ask about property-protection policies, staff key control, and incident investigation procedures during tours.

    Financial and policy issues: Positive commentary includes helpful administrative support around move-in logistics. Conversely, there are isolated but notable complaints regarding billing, refund policies, and financial handling that led to dissatisfaction for some families. Clarifying contract terms, refund policies, and billing dispute processes in advance is advisable.

    Bottom line: Richland Woods by New Perspective presents as a well-kept, activity-rich community with strong clinical and engagement strengths for many residents. The primary areas to evaluate further in person are how the facility enforces property- and staff-access controls, how it handles serious conduct complaints and discharge decisions, and whether the activity and dining options meet a prospective resident's specific mobility or memory-care needs. Visiting, reviewing contracts, and asking targeted questions about incident response and financial policies will help families assess fit and risk tolerance.

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    Location

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    Richland Woods by New Perspective is located at 3324 Elton Rd, Johnstown, PA, 15904.

    About Richland Woods by New Perspective

    Richland Woods is a distinguished senior living community located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, offering a warm and welcoming environment designed to feel like home. As the first assisted living community in the area, Richland Woods has become an integral part of the region, recognized for its outstanding care, high-quality services, and a wide range of amenities aimed at promoting comfort and engagement for its residents. The community is known for its beautifully maintained grounds and interiors, which create a sense of luxury reminiscent of a fine hotel or cruise ship, fostering both independence and reassurance for its residents.

    Residents at Richland Woods can enjoy spacious, well-appointed apartments that provide all the necessities for a worry-free lifestyle while still reflecting the comfort and familiarity of home. The community encourages vibrant social interaction and active living by providing a diverse monthly schedule filled with numerous opportunities for engagement, including gardening, happy hour, playing cards, pool, and darts in the Activity Great Room. In addition, residents can find moments of relaxation with a cup of coffee and a good book enjoyed in the tranquil setting of the garden patio, ensuring there are opportunities for both socialization and solitude.

    Richland Woods celebrates the companionship of pets, welcoming them as valued members of the community, which adds to the homelike atmosphere. Onsite, a dedicated nursing team is available to support residents, ensuring safety and well-being around the clock. Occupational and physical therapy services are also conveniently provided through preferred onsite partners, helping residents reach their physical goals and maintain independence. Housekeeping and laundry services are managed by the staff, allowing residents to focus on what brings them joy and fulfillment each day.

    A culinary team at Richland Woods crafts delicious, chef-prepared meals from fresh ingredients, served daily in elegantly appointed dining spaces. The culinary experience can be shared with family and friends, whether it’s during themed meals on special occasions or quieter, more intimate gatherings. Richland Woods also offers scheduled transportation for community outings, making it easy for residents to attend local events, visit parks, or explore the wider Johnstown area.

    To foster a sense of belonging and beauty, Richland Woods boasts an in-house beautician who visits weekly to help residents look and feel their best. The community ensures that residents' needs are met at every stage, from assisted living to memory care, adapting care plans as needs evolve. With a positive and caring culture led by a dedicated Executive Director, every detail at Richland Woods is thoughtfully considered, creating an environment where residents can thrive, build meaningful friendships, and truly feel at home.

    About New Perspective Senior Living

    Richland Woods by New Perspective is managed by New Perspective Senior Living.

    Founded in 1998 by Todd Novaczyk and headquartered in Minnetonka, Minnesota, New Perspective Senior Living operates 40+ communities across eight Midwest states. This family-owned company provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care services guided by their "Live Life on Purpose®" philosophy, which emphasizes helping seniors age with dignity through physical fitness, brain wellness, nutrition, and social enrichment programs.

    People often ask...

    Richland Woods by New Perspective offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,078 per month.

    Richland Woods by New Perspective offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 15 photos of Richland Woods by New Perspective on Mirador.

    Yes, Richland Woods by New Perspective allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 3324 Elton Rd, Johnstown, PA 15904.

    No, Richland Woods by New Perspective 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 number338340
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity70 residents
    LicenseeJOHNSTOWN OPS LLC
    Care servedAssisted Living
    EffectiveOctober 31st, 2025
    ExpiresOctober 31st, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    5

    Reports

    4

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    4

    Years

    31 Jul 2025Inspection
    Found that the resident's initial assessment did not use the required Department form and lacked multiple mandated content areas. The deficiency identified many missing elements required by the regulation.
    • 2800.224a.4Initial assessment content requirements
    01 Apr 2025Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    27 Aug 2024Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies across posting, health and safety, documentation, and training requirements. Continued compliance is required.
    • 2800.3.d.Posting of license and related documents
    • 2800.18.Applicable Health and Safety Laws
    • 2800.22a.Medical Eval - time frames
    • 2800.25b.Contract signatures and renewal
    • 2800.41e.Signed statement
    • 2800.63a.First Aid/CPR
    • 2800.65a.Fire Safety - 1st day
    • 2800.65e.Rights/Abuse 40 Hours
    • 2800.65g.Initial direct care training
    • 2800.123b.Emerg. procedures posted
    • 2800.132d.Evacuation
    • 2800.187a.Medication record
    • 2800.191.Resident right to refuse
    02 Aug 2023Inspection
    Investigated and identified deficiencies in background checks, medication storage, and device calibration; corrective actions have been implemented.
    • Type A55 Pa. Code § 2800.51(a)Criminal history checks and hiring policies
    • Type A55 Pa. Code § 2800.183.dCurrent medications
    • Type A55 Pa. Code § 2800.183.eStoring Medications
    • Type A55 Pa. Code § 2800.185.aStorage procedures for medications and equipment
    08 Jun 2022Inspection
    Found substantial compliance with regulations; a follow-up re-inspection will occur within 3 months of the license effective date.

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