Mount Vernon of South Park sits in South Park, PA and serves adults age 55 and older who need different kinds of help, whether that's light, medium, or more hands-on care. The place offers personalized support with daily activities and brings in services like medication management, diabetic care, and insulin injections, so folks with higher medical needs can stay safe. This community takes in people who might wander, or can't walk on their own and need mechanical lifts, and both men and women can live here. Residents can get help for incontinence and most health issues, including those who need sliding scale therapy or even hospice care.
The building has indoor and outdoor spaces where people can relax or visit, and the showers are wheelchair accessible. Meals and snacks come with the stay, and the kitchen handles low or no sodium diets. Residents can eat together in the dining room, bring guests to meals, or sit in gathering spots for things like bingo, arts and crafts, singing, movie afternoons, or just talking with friends and staff. There's a beautician and barber onsite, and housekeeping, linens, and laundry are done for the residents. There's a dedicated memory care area with added security for people who could wander or are living with dementia, and care plans there match each person's needs.
Mount Vernon of South Park keeps a nurse or staff awake round the clock. The team helps with personal care, schedules doctor visits or dentist checkups, and you can get physical therapy or home care support. There's free transportation for appointments, plus extra trips at a cost, and there's resident parking if someone still drives. The apartments range from studios to two-bedroom suites, with some being single or shared, and people can decorate their own space as they like. The whole place is licensed by the state and run by Five Star Senior Living. Folks can bring certain pets, join in religious services, or just sit outside on a nice day. Those interested can try out the community through scheduling a visit or short respite stay, and both long-term care and event space are available for celebrations. Wi-Fi and high-speed internet come with the building, and social events keep people connected. The atmosphere stays home-like, and staff focus on dignity, compassion, and letting adults continue to feel involved and cared for as they age in place.
