Baptist Homes

    489 Castle Shannon Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15234
    2.0 · 10 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    1.0

    Horrible management, poor care, eviction

    I placed my mom in this old, somewhat-maintained nursing home. Some staff were friendly, issues were sometimes resolved quickly, dinners were good, and a few caregivers treated my loved one kindly. Overall management was horrific in my experience - bullying staff, not living up to the facility's Christian mission, secretive about a closure, eviction threats, unannounced inspections and high turnover. I saw poor staffing and care: few professionals on duty, unanswered call bells, patients begging for help, dirty/underkept rooms with bad furniture and tiny TVs, and delirious residents not properly monitored. I was told a new CEO (Timothy Myers) plans to tear buildings down and residents must move by December. I do not recommend this facility.

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    2.00 · 10 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      2.0
    • Staff

      1.7
    • Meals

      2.5
    • Amenities

      1.0
    • Value

      2.0

    Pros

    • Some staff described as friendly
    • Quick resolution of issues in some cases
    • Individual residents reported being treated well
    • Dinners liked by some residents
    • Lots of activities available
    • Facility described as a traditional nursing home (familiar/skilled nursing option)
    • Facility historically had a positive reputation ('God send')

    Cons

    • Poor staff presence and too few professional staff
    • Shared-room furniture in poor condition
    • Television in shared room too small
    • Food described as awful by some reviewers
    • Inadequate monitoring of delirious/medically vulnerable patients
    • Bullying behavior by staff
    • Management not following stated mission/values
    • Elders treated poorly and staff/management secrecy
    • Residents hesitant to approach office due to fear/harassment
    • Criticism of the organization's Christian branding as inconsistent
    • Eviction threats and harassment from office/management
    • Unannounced inspections and high resident turnover
    • Emotional distress among residents from management actions
    • Facility closing announced; residents forced to move with little notice
    • Secrecy and poor communication about closure
    • New CEO (Timothy Myers) and plans to tear down buildings causing concern
    • Old building, dirty and underkept facility in parts
    • Mistreatment of residents and staff alleged
    • Staff distracted (on phones) and call bells unanswered
    • Management described as horrific or terrible
    • Allegations of serious wrongdoings/atrocities

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is mixed but trends strongly toward serious concerns about management, staffing, safety, and communication, with a smaller set of reviewers reporting positive, routine experiences. The reviews reveal a facility with a long history and a prior positive reputation, but currently facing major organizational disruption (including a announced closure and leadership change) that has magnified operational and cultural problems. While some residents and family members praised friendly staff, good dinners, frequent activities, and timely resolution of isolated issues, a substantial portion of reviews describe systemic failures that affect quality of care and resident wellbeing.

    Care quality and safety: Multiple reviews raise critical alarms about care and monitoring. Specific reports include delirious or medically vulnerable residents not being properly monitored, call bells going unanswered, staff appearing distracted (frequently on phones), and patients begging for assistance. These are serious red flags for resident safety and basic nursing-home responsiveness. At the same time, a minority of reviewers said their loved ones were treated well and would not oppose skilled nursing care there, indicating variability in care quality depending on unit, shift, or staff assignment.

    Staff and culture: Staffing presence and professionalism are recurring issues. Many reviewers reported too few professional staff on site, bullying behavior by staff or management, and an environment where elders are treated poorly or feel unable to approach the office. Some reviewers labelled management as secretive or horrific, and alleged harassment or intimidation by office personnel. Conversely, some staff were described as friendly and effective in resolving problems, which suggests inconsistent staff performance and possibly morale or management-related problems driving uneven experiences.

    Facilities and physical environment: The building is described as old and traditional, and while some reviewers said it was kept up decently, others reported dirty and underkept areas, poor-condition furniture in shared rooms, and small televisions that detract from resident comfort. There are mentions of plans to tear down buildings under new leadership, which contributes to resident and family anxiety about the future of the site and the community's physical state.

    Dining and activities: Dining experiences are mixed but with notable positive comments about dinners; several reviewers specifically liked the evening meals. There are also reports of numerous activities and engagement opportunities, which were appreciated by some residents and families. However, negative comments about food quality from other reviewers indicate inconsistency in meal satisfaction.

    Management, communication, and organizational change: Management and administrative practices are the most frequently criticized aspect. Reviews document eviction threats, harassment by office staff, unannounced inspections, high resident turnover, and secrecy—particularly regarding an announced closure and relocation requirement for residents to move by a stated deadline. The arrival of a new CEO (named Timothy Myers in the reviews) and talk of tearing down buildings appear to have heightened concern and confusion. These administrative actions have reportedly caused emotional distress for residents and families and undermined trust in leadership. Some reviewers also criticized the organization for not living up to its Christian mission/values.

    Reputation and notable patterns: Historically, the facility had a positive reputation for providing needed care (described by one reviewer as a 'God send'), but recent reviews paint a picture of decline or turmoil. There is a clear pattern of inconsistency: some families have positive, reassuring experiences, while others report neglect, mismanagement, and even alleged atrocities. The most urgent and pervasive complaints center around understaffing, monitoring failures, management hostility or secrecy, eviction threats, and the disruption caused by the announced closure.

    Bottom line: Prospective families should be cautious. If evaluating this facility, prioritize on-site visits during different shifts, inspect living areas and shared rooms, ask specifically about staffing ratios, monitoring protocols (especially for cognitively impaired or delirious residents), call-bell response times, and the facility's plans for closure and resident relocation. Request clear, written policies on transfers/evictions and inquire about the new leadership's timeline and intentions. While some residents report satisfactory care, the pattern of serious safety, communication, and management concerns means decision-makers should verify current conditions directly and consider alternative placements until organizational stability and staffing reliability can be demonstrated.

    Location

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    About Baptist Homes

    Baptist Homes sits in Pittsburgh's South Hills, offering two main locations: the Mt. Lebanon campus and Providence Point in Scott Township. Folks find a range of senior living options here, like independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, personal care, and memory care, all under one roof, and the place is part of the larger Baptist Senior Family, a faith-based, not-for-profit group serving older adults since 1910, and you'll notice the welcoming culture, as staff and residents alike stress kindness and respect, which seems comforting for newcomers. The Mt. Lebanon campus has 100 one-bedroom affordable apartments for seniors 62 or older or people who are mobility impaired, some of those units are handicapped accessible, and rent comes to about 30 percent of adjusted gross monthly income, including utilities, so it works well for people who qualify for housing aid through HUD. The community also has patio homes and independent living apartments, and there's a full-time activity director planning trips, outings, and events for those who want to stay active, plus cats and dogs are allowed, and the grounds have shady sitting spots, open walking areas, Wi-Fi, a gift shop, chapel, beauty salon, library, media room, and even coin-operated laundry. Health care stands out-there's skilled nursing, rehabilitation services like physical, speech, and occupational therapy, medication management, memory support for Alzheimer's or dementia, and help available for diabetes, incontinence, or getting around, all with trained staff around the clock, as well as medical specialists and hospice care if needed, and everything is certified for Medicare and Medicaid coverage. Assisted living services help seniors with daily needs, and memory care provides a safe, supportive space with activities, enclosed courtyards, and programs that aim to reduce confusion for those with memory issues, and inside the Baptist Homes Nursing Center, you'll find licensed, accredited staff, and an emphasis on a good caregiver-to-senior ratio. The amenities folks seem to mention a lot include good dining, wellness programs, transportation, and plenty of chances to socialize, like daily and weekend programs-there's pet therapy, music, crafts, bingo, book groups, and services for spiritual care, all happening in a welcoming setup. There's a chapel, reception area, main entrance, and beauty salon for those who want it, and safety features like smoke detectors and emergency call systems in each apartment. Providence Point adds independent senior housing for over 500 active adults, with both short- and long-term care, and this campus is often called Pittsburgh's premier retirement community. The not-for-profit mission puts focus on quality care no matter what faith background you come from, with a long record of serving hundreds of residents across both sites, and more than 650 staff and 150 volunteers work together to make senior living easier, providing support at different life stages so everyone has a chance at independence, privacy, and staying engaged in the community. Both locations are easy to find with driving directions, and they make free parking available. The community does its best to offer safe, caring, and reliable support for older adults looking for comfort, activity, and assistance, right there in South Hills.

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