Reformed Presbyterian Home

    2344 Perrysville Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15214
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Excellent care in small community

    I moved my father into this newly built, 26-unit small community and have been very pleased. It provides assisted and nursing care, housekeeping, rehab/OT, a cafe, barber/beauty shop, patio, laundry, community room with computer/TV, and convenient bus transit. Staff are friendly and professional - Julie and Wendy went above and beyond, nurses and therapists were knowledgeable and helped him regain mobility. Issues are handled quickly, tours are available, it's reasonably priced, and I would recommend it to loved ones.

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    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

    2.46·(28)

    Overall rating

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

      2.5
    • Staff

      2.6
    • Meals

      1.0
    • Amenities

      2.8
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • On-site physical and occupational therapy programs
    • Supportive and professional nursing and rehab staff
    • Attentive emergency response and family advocacy
    • Housekeeping services and presentable dining area
    • Personal-care amenities (barber/beauty shop, laundry)
    • Community amenities (cafe, community room, patio, TV, computer)
    • Transportation services and convenient transit access
    • Small-community atmosphere
    • Reasonable pricing
    • Timely resolution of some operational issues

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and reliance on temporary personnel
    • Variable staff professionalism and conduct
    • Gaps in timely response to call bells and personal-care assistance
    • Inadequate family communication during clinical events
    • Inconsistent infection-control communication and transparency
    • Inconsistent meal quality and meal-assistance provision
    • Maintenance and sanitation concerns in parts of the building
    • Overcrowding and mixed population management challenges
    • Limited activity programming and volunteer engagement
    • Medication handling and clinical oversight

    Summary of reviews

    The reviews present a mixed picture of care and operations at this facility. Strengths that appear repeatedly include robust rehabilitation services, with multiple accounts of effective physical and occupational therapy and positive rehab outcomes. Several families and residents praised specific clinical staff and therapists as knowledgeable and supportive. The facility offers a range of on-site amenities — a dining area, salon/barber services, laundry, community room, patio, computer/TV access, and transportation — and some reviewers appreciated the small-community atmosphere and reasonable pricing. A subset of families also noted that routine operational issues were addressed promptly when raised.

    At the same time, a number of operational patterns raise concerns about day-to-day quality and safety. Staffing levels appear inconsistent, with reliance on temporary or agency personnel and reports of staff shortages; this correlates with delayed responses to call bells, inconsistent assistance with meals and personal care, and variability in clinical oversight. Several accounts describe uneven staff professionalism and conduct, ranging from highly attentive caregivers to interactions perceived as curt or dismissive. There are also specific concerns about medication handling and unit-level clinical oversight that suggest the need for clearer, more consistent clinical processes.

    Dining and activities are areas of mixed performance. While the dining area itself is described as presentable, reviewers reported inconsistent food temperature and limited assistance at mealtimes for residents who need help. Activity programming and volunteer engagement appear limited in places, leaving some residents with fewer social and recreational opportunities than they or their families expect.

    Facility condition and operations show variability across units. Some areas are described as clean and maintained, while others are described as dated or in need of repair; examples include maintenance issues and sanitation concerns in parts of the building. Reviewers also described challenges with room assignments and population mix, such as crowding and placement of residents with different care needs in shared spaces, which can affect privacy and day-to-day comfort. Infection-control events drew attention to gaps in communication and transparency with families; there are also references to concerns following a resident's death that families felt were not well explained.

    Management performance appears uneven. Several reviewers commended specific staff members and managers for responsiveness and family advocacy, yet others described disorganization, poor communication around transfers and discharges, and difficulties obtaining timely information. Given the variation in experiences, prospective residents and families would benefit from touring in person, asking targeted questions about current staffing ratios, call-bell response times, infection-control procedures and family communication protocols, roommate assignment practices, meal-assistance policies, and the facility's recent inspection or complaint history. These inquiries will help clarify whether the facility's strengths align with a particular resident's care priorities and risk profile.

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    Medicare Ratings

    2·/ 5
    Cited by CMS for abuse, or potential for abuse, on its most recent survey cycle.
    • 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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    Reformed Presbyterian Home is located at 2344 Perrysville Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15214.

    About Reformed Presbyterian Home

    Reformed Presbyterian Home sits in the Perry South neighborhood of Pittsburgh and has served older adults since 1897, with a building at 2344 Perrysville Avenue where people have found different levels of care for a long time, and while it's a non-profit and gives preference to folks from the Reformed Presbyterian Church, the organization cares for everyone, no matter their background or beliefs, with a support system shaped by Christian love. The home works as a large Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), providing independent living, personal care, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation, so residents can move between different kinds of help if their needs change. At Reformed Presbyterian Home, staff offer 24-hour supervision, nursing support, and careful medication management, while personal care includes help with baths, getting dressed, and moving around, with staff always present, whether in nursing care or in the more independent apartments. Residents find rooms with private bathrooms, air conditioning, cable TV, furniture, kitchenettes, and Wi-Fi, and dining comes with three daily meals prepared by a chef, with restaurant-style service and special menus for allergies or dietary restrictions, covering needs like diabetes.

    The home has amenities like a library, dining room, lounges, a chapel, and outdoor spaces with walking paths and a courtyard sundeck - people can use a spa/wellness room, fitness room, game room, movie theater, and arts area. There's also group transportation to doctor's appointments and shopping, while laundry and housekeeping are included to keep things simple for residents. The community keeps folks engaged by scheduling daily activities, musical events, movies, games, and exercise classes, and they make room for community-sponsored activities and programs run by residents themselves, helping people stay involved and social. Healthcare services include therapy for speech, physical movement, and daily skills, connecting residents with nearby hospitals like Allegheny General and the Allegheny Cancer Center when needed, which is handy for emergencies or special treatments.

    Special areas called The Vista and The Upper Rooms give more choices for living environments, and the whole place is set up to support all kinds of well-being - physical, spiritual, social, and mental - with programs for mental health and life enrichment, including spiritual care when someone wants it. Reformed Presbyterian Home accepts both Medicare and Medicaid, and the building is structured to protect residents' rights regardless of gender identity, source of income, or other differences, as protected by law. Reviews average 3.1 out of 11, which gives people something to think about when deciding. Staff members cover a range of duties, from environmental services and food to activities and volunteering, and the home keeps a resident and family council for voicing concerns or helping improve things for everyone. The approach aims for both safety and respect, while lasting connections are built over time.

    People often ask...

    Reformed Presbyterian Home offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

    There are 8 photos of Reformed Presbyterian Home on Mirador.

    Yes, Reformed Presbyterian Home allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 2344 Perrysville Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15214.

    No, Reformed Presbyterian Home 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 number429660
    Facility typeFull
    License classLicensed
    Capacity56 residents
    LicenseeREFORMED PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveJuly 8th, 2025
    ExpiresJuly 8th, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    34

    Reports

    22

    Type A Citations

    1

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    16

    Years

    13 Mar 2026Inspection
    Found privacy concerns due to surveillance in common areas, an outdated resident assessment, and unsecured records.
    • 2600.42.sPrivacy
    • 2600.225.cAssessments
    • 2600.254.aRecords Discharge/Active
    14 Oct 2025Inspection
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies. On-site visit occurred on 2025-10-14.
    14 May 2025Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in medication management, staff training, incident reporting, emergency communication, fire drill documentation, and resident care practices. Violations were cited.
    • 2600.16.c.Written Incident Report
    • 2600.63.a.First Aid/CPR Training
    • 2600.65b.Rights/Abuse 40 Hours
    • 2600.90bStaff Communication
    • 2600.132.c.Fire Drill Records
    • 2600.184.a.Resident's Meds Labeled
    • 2600.187.d.Follow Prescriber's Orders
    14 Mar 2025Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in resident assessments, including missing diagnoses from medical evaluations and missing dates, with a repeat violation noted.
    • 2600.225cAdditional Assessment
    07 Nov 2024Inspection
    Investigated deficiencies across licensing, safety, and resident care areas; posting, training, fire safety, medical evaluations, and dietary documentation were found lacking.
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.3cPost Current License
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.65bRights/Abuse - Orientation
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.65fTraining - Topics
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.82cLocking Poisonous Materials
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.101(j)Lighting/Operable Lamp
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.103fRefrigerator/Freezer Temps
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.103gStoring Food
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.105gLint Removal and Duct Cleaning
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.121aUnobstructed Egress
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.132cFire Drill Records
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.132hDesignated Meeting Place
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.162cMenus Posted
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.191Resident Education - Right to Refuse
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.141b1Annual Medical Evaluation
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.225aInitial Assessment
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.225cAdditional Assessment
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.25aWritten Contract and Review
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.65iTraining Records
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.132aMonthly Fire Drill
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600.16cWritten Incident Report
    22 Aug 2024Inspection
    Issued a second provisional license due to numerous deficiencies in posting licensing information, staff orientation, fire safety documentation, and resident records.
    • 2600.3cPost Current License
    • 2600.65bOrientation/Training (2600.65b)
    • 2600.82cLocking Poisonous Materials
    • 2600.101jLighting/Operable Lamp
    • 2600.103fRefrigerator/Freezer Temps
    • 2600.103gStoring Food
    • 2600.121aUnobstructed Egress
    • 2600.132cFire Drill Records
    • 2600.132hDesignated Meeting Place
    • 2600.132aMonthly Fire Drill
    • 2600.162cMenus Posted
    • 2600.191Resident Right to Refuse
    • 2600.225aInitial Assessment
    • 2600.225cAdditional Assessment
    • 2600.16cWritten Incident Report
    • 2600.25aWritten Contract and Review
    • 2600.65iTraining Record
    • 2600.141b1Annual Medical Evaluation
    27 Mar 2024Inspection
    Found deficiencies related to reporting abuse and handling abuse allegations.
    • Type A2600.15.a.Resident Abuse Report
    • Type B2600.42.b.Abuse
    12 Feb 2024Inspection
    Revoked the prior license and issued a first provisional license after identifying multiple violations related to incident policies and resident safety.
    • 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600, 2600.16b; 2600.141(a); 2600.141(b)(1); 2600.184; 2600.185; 2600.187Incident policies, written incident reporting and related requirements
    14 Nov 2023Inspection
    Cited deficiencies related to missing resident procedures and incident reporting led to revocation of the existing license and issuance of a provisional license.
    • 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600.16(b)Incident Policies
    • 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600.11Written Incident Report
    07 Nov 2023Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to elopement risk management and medical evaluation documentation. Found wander guard and door alarm issues and supervision gaps, and incomplete annual medical evaluation.
    • 2600.42bAbuse
    • 2600.81aAccomodation
    • 2600.141b1Annual Medical Evaluation
    18 Oct 2021Inspection
    Determined that there was a period when no direct care staff member aged 21 or older was present in the home during a 10-minute interval, and the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented.
    • 2600.57aDesignee present/age
    30 Jul 2021Inspection
    Issued a regular license following renewal; the license is valid through 2022-08-27.
    08 Jul 2021Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    05 Apr 2021Inspection
    Identified deficiencies across several areas; the review concluded that the improvements were fully implemented and ongoing compliance required.
    • 2600.18Applicable Health and Safety Laws
    • 2600.20.b.3Written Receipts
    • 2600.42xSafeguard
    • 2600.51Criminal History Checks
    • 2600.65aFS Orientation 1st Day
    • 2600.85aSanitary Conditions
    • 2600.90bStaff Communication
    • 2600.91Emergency Telephone Numbers
    • 2600.95Furniture and Equipment
    • 2600.123.bEmergency Procedures Posted
    • 2600.141.b1Annual Medical Evaluation
    • 2600.171.b5First Aid Kit
    • 2600.171.cHome's Vehicle Documents
    • 2600.184.aLabeling OTC/CAM
    • 2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.187.dFollow Prescriber’s Orders
    • 2600.162.cMenus Posted
    • 101.j7Lighting/Operable Lamp
    23 Jun 2020Inspection
    Issued a regular license to operate a personal care home at the Pittsburgh address.
    12 Nov 2019Inspection
    Determined that full compliance was achieved and must be maintained.
    22 May 2019Inspection
    Issued a renewal license and certificate of compliance after reviewing the renewal application.
    07 Feb 2019Inspection
    Identified deficiencies related to staff records audits and fire drill oversight.
    • Type A55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 §2600.65(a)(1-7)Staff records audits
    • Type A55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 §2600.65(d)Staff records - ongoing audits
    • Type A55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600 §2600.132cFire drill requirements
    15 Jun 2018Inspection
    Identified deficiencies in medication administration oversight requiring observation of each staff member qualified to administer medications twice within the next two months.
    • 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600Observation of medication administration
    16 May 2018Inspection
    Renewed license was issued for a personal care home and the document outlines ongoing inspection schedule and regulatory references.
    12 Feb 2018Inspection
    Identified multiple regulatory violations involving payment contracts, staff training, medication documentation, and resident medical records.
    • 2600.25(c)(4)Contract shall specify the party responsible for payment
    • 2600.63(a)Staff trained in first aid and CPR
    • 2600.65(a)Annual training for direct care staff
    • 2600.65(b)Training topics and completion
    • 2600.85(a)Resident medical records/assessments
    • 2600.141(b)Medication administration/records documentation
    22 May 2017Inspection
    Renewed the license for a personal care home after review of the renewal application, with capacity up to 56 residents.
    16 Feb 2017Inspection
    Found multiple violations related to posting requirements, privacy of resident information, and staff training content.
    • 2600.3(c)Post current license and licensing inspection materials
    • 2600.65(f)Training topics for annual staff training
    • Description of violation (privacy documentation posted)
    • 2600.91(b)Posting of emergency telephone numbers on telephones
    24 Oct 2016Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. The licensing visit on October 24, 2016 identified no regulatory violations.
    18 May 2016Inspection
    Granted a regular license to operate the Personal Care Home; renewal approved.
    07 Apr 2016Inspection
    Identified multiple violations of regulatory requirements including sanitation, medication administration documentation, evacuation procedures, and documentation of resident consent.
    • Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.85(a)Sanitation and sanitary conditions
    • Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.187(b)Medication administration records documentation
    • Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.132(d)Evacuation time for fire drills
    • Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.227(h)Support plan sign-off documentation
    18 May 2015Inspection
    Issued a regular license following the renewal application.
    09 Jun 2014Inspection
    Granted a regular license and certificate of compliance after renewal; no violations were cited.
    16 Apr 2014Inspection
    Investigators identified numerous deficiencies including incomplete background checks, inadequate staff training, safety violations, and improper medical documentation.
    • Type A2600.52Hiring, retention and utilization of staff persons
    • Type A2600.65(e)Training
    • Type A2600.82(c)Poisonous materials
    • Type A2600.85(d)Trash disposal
    • Type A2600.91Emergency numbers
    • Type A2600.132(b)Fire drills
    • Type A2600.141(a)(2)Medical evaluations
    • Type A2600.225Initial assessments
    • Type A2600.225(c)Care plan updates
    • Type A2600.184Medication records
    • Type A2600.191Medical evaluations and records
    • Type A2600.131(c)Kitchen facilities
    23 May 2013Inspection
    Identified violations of staffing qualifications and inadequate direct-care staffing levels during the licensing process.
    • Type A2600.57(a)Direct care staff qualifications
    • Type A2600.57(d)Direct care staffing hours
    13 May 2013Inspection
    Granted a certificate confirming compliance with licensing requirements.
    11 Jul 2012Inspection
    Found violations related to staff training requirements, emergency preparedness documentation, and safety protections around heat sources.
    • 2600.65(g)Direct care staff training
    • 2600.107(a)Emergency preparedness plan
    • 2600.84Heat sources protection
    17 Jun 2011Inspection
    Investigative findings showed several deficiencies in resident contracts, medical evaluations, medication management, and basic safety/record-keeping practices.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Contracts/Resident signatures
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Staff orientation
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Storage of poisonous materials
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Emergency contact numbers posted
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Fire safety – lint
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Food storage
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Medical evaluation on admission
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Medication management
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Plan of correction – sign-off
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Medical reevaluation
    23 Jul 2010Inspection
    Inspector identified several deficiencies including incomplete medication records, missing resident assessments, missing inventories of personal property, missing medical evaluations, and improper handling of food leftovers.
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600Medication Records
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600Assessment and Plan of Care
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600Record of Personal Property
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600Medical Evaluations
    • 55 Pa.Code § 2600Food Service Sanitation

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