St. Barnabas - Arbors of Valencia

    85 Charity Pl, Valencia, PA 16059
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

    Beautiful renovated facility, attentive staff

    I moved here recently and have been very pleased. The building and grounds are beautiful and newly renovated, rooms are comfortable and clean, and meals are restaurant-quality (Thanksgiving was excellent). The staff are knowledgeable, friendly and responsive - attentive aides, 24/7 nursing, a strong activities coordinator with music, games, crafts and bus outings, plus weekly counselor updates and ongoing support groups - which made the transition easy and reassuring.

    Current/former 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

    Memory care community services

    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    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

    3.91·(11)

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.6
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.6
    • Value

      3.9

    Pros

    • 24/7 nursing presence
    • compassionate and attentive caregiving staff
    • restaurant-quality dining
    • active, varied activities program
    • strong activities coordination and organized outings
    • recent renovations and well-maintained interiors
    • comfortable, spacious private and double rooms
    • support groups and ongoing education for chronic conditions
    • quick and smooth admission and transition processes
    • scenic, well-kept grounds and convenient location

    Cons

    • medication-management deficiencies
    • cleaning and maintenance inconsistencies
    • odor concerns in some common areas
    • inadequate resident cohorting in memory care
    • leadership and administrative responsiveness gaps
    • aging infrastructure and construction-related disruptions

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews reflect a facility with clear strengths in direct resident care, social programming, and portions of the physical plant, alongside recurring operational and management concerns. Many families and visitors describe attentive frontline staff, active programming, and quality dining; however, there are also consistent notes about cleanliness, medication handling, memory-care logistics, and administrative responsiveness that merit careful inquiry by prospective residents.

    Care and staff: Care quality is a prominent positive theme. Multiple accounts highlight a 24/7 nursing presence, attentive aides, and staff who are described as compassionate and easy to work with. Counseling and care-continuity elements (for example, weekly counselor updates and handoffs to nursing) are mentioned favorably. At the same time, a number of narratives raise concerns about medication administration processes and about the tone or responsiveness of upper-level management. Prospective families should verify medication-safety protocols, staff-to-resident ratios, and communication practices during a tour.

    Dining and activities: Dining is frequently cited as a strong point — including occasions described as restaurant-quality meals — and special-event food service (for example, holiday meals) receives positive mention. The activities program is consistently noted as active and varied, with music, games, crafts, and scheduled bus outings; reviewers also single out an engaged activities coordinator. The presence of condition-specific support groups and ongoing education (for cerebral palsy, diabetes, MS, Parkinson’s disease) adds a clinical and social support dimension beyond general recreation.

    Facilities and environment: Several areas of the campus have been recently renovated and are described as clean, comfortable, and cheerful, with well-kept grounds and a quiet, convenient location. Room options include private and double accommodations that reviewers find spacious and furnished. Conversely, other comments indicate aging infrastructure in parts of the building, temperature-control and elevator/construction disruptions, and maintenance issues such as deteriorated walls. Sanitation and odor concerns in some common areas were raised; reviewers describe these as inconsistent across the facility, suggesting variable housekeeping or environmental controls depending on unit or timing.

    Management and notable patterns: A pattern emerges of strong frontline caregiving paired with inconsistent administrative oversight. Praise for day-to-day staff and quick admissions contrasts with observations of leadership and administrative responsiveness gaps, and at least one review described concerns about management demeanor. Memory-care operations are a particular area to examine: reviewers mention mixing residents with significant memory impairment with other populations and note logistical or safety questions in that wing. Ongoing renovations create both improvement opportunities and short-term disruption; ask about timelines and interim safety measures.

    Practical guidance: Visitors should tour both renovated and older areas, observe mealtimes and activities, and ask specific questions about medication administration protocols, memory-care cohorting and supervision, housekeeping schedules, and how construction is being managed. Overall, the facility presents notable strengths in caregiving, programming, and parts of the physical environment, but the recurring operational concerns warrant direct verification during a visit and discussion with leadership before making a placement decision.

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    Location

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    St. Barnabas - Arbors of Valencia is located at 85 Charity Pl, Valencia, PA, 16059.

    About St. Barnabas - Arbors of Valencia

    The Arbors at St Barnabas provides a welcoming and supportive assisted living community, serving the greater Pennsylvania area with an emphasis on compassion and quality care. The community is designed for individuals who may find independent living increasingly challenging and would benefit from living assistance in a safe and nurturing environment. With a heritage of over 120 years dedicated to retirement living and ongoing care, The Arbors at St Barnabas offers peace of mind to residents and their families by ensuring a continuum of personalized support within a beautiful, well-appointed setting.

    Residents at The Arbors can choose from a variety of accommodations, including 75 apartments comprised of spacious one-bedroom and studio layouts, as well as private and semi-private rooms suitable for both individuals and couples. The living spaces are thoughtfully designed to ensure that every resident feels at home while receiving the assistance they require. Pets are warmly welcomed, allowing residents the comforts of companionship with their furry friends. The community is enhanced by housekeeping services, freeing residents from daily chores, and a delightful dining experience overseen by an on-site chef who prepares nutritious meals served in a welcoming dining room perfect for socializing with friends and neighbors.

    A vibrant schedule of activities is maintained by the dedicated recreation staff, with plenty of opportunities for social, recreational, and spiritual engagement. Regular offerings include card games, exercise classes, group outings, and other events intended to promote an active lifestyle and meaningful connections among residents. The picturesque grounds encourage outdoor enjoyment, providing the perfect backdrop for leisurely strolls with friends or quiet moments of reflection. For memory care residents, a secure courtyard is available, allowing them to enjoy sunny days in a safe outdoor setting.

    Upon moving in, each new resident undergoes a comprehensive assessment by the expert care team, who work closely with individuals to determine their unique needs and recommend the most appropriate level of care from among five available options. This personalized care approach recognizes that some residents may need only occasional assistance with daily tasks, while others may benefit from more involved support. Care attendants are available around the clock, with nurses and physicians conducting daily rounds to ensure that help is always at hand.

    For those coping with memory challenges such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, The Arbors at St Barnabas provides specialized memory care services. This program is delivered by highly trained professionals who utilize person-centered approaches to help residents maintain independence and achieve the highest standard of living possible. Activities and therapies are tailored to maximize engagement and cognitive stimulation, supporting residents’ quality of life. The safety of memory care residents is further enhanced through a contemporary alert system featuring discreet bracelet monitoring, which notifies staff if a resident enters designated areas, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.

    The Arbors at St Barnabas is committed to meeting the evolving needs of its residents, whether through routine reassessments or seamless transitions to a higher level of care within the same supportive environment. With its longstanding tradition of compassionate service, dedicated staff, and homelike atmosphere, The Arbors at St Barnabas stands out as a community where residents’ dignity, comfort, and happiness are always the top priorities.

    People often ask...

    St. Barnabas - Arbors of Valencia offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

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    Yes, St. Barnabas - Arbors of Valencia allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 85 Charity Pl, Valencia, PA 16059.

    No, St. Barnabas - Arbors of Valencia 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 number423091
    Facility typeProvisional
    License classLicensed
    Capacity229 residents
    LicenseeTHE ARBORS AT ST BARNABAS INC
    Care servedPersonal Care Homes
    EffectiveJanuary 26th, 2026
    ExpiresJuly 26th, 2026
    Special certificationSpecial Care Unit (capacity 47)
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    Inspection Reports

    35

    Reports

    5

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    16

    Years

    22 Apr 2026Inspection
    Investigated a complaint and found no deficiencies.
    23 Jan 2026Inspection
    Investigated a complaint; found no deficiencies.
    07 Oct 2025Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies across staff training, safety, and resident care processes, including missing required training, unsafe environmental conditions, and incomplete documentation.
    • 2600.65(f)Training topics
    • 2600.65(g)Annual Training Content
    • 2600.86.bBathroom ventilation
    • 2600.88.aSurfaces
    • 2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
    • 2600.187.dFollow Prescriber's Orders
    • 2600.190.cRecord of Training
    • 2600.225.cAdditional Assessment
    03 Jun 2024Inspection
    Investigated allegations of abuse and related incidents; found violations in abuse reporting, incident documentation, and medication procedures.
    • 2600.15bSupervisor Plan
    • 2600.16cWritten Incident Report
    • 2600.42bAbuse
    • 2600.185.bMedication Procedures
    • 2600.187.bDate/Time of Medication Admin.
    07 Sept 2023Inspection
    Identified that the resident's support plan lacked hospice name and contact information in the formal supports.
    • 227.cSupport plan revision
    21 Apr 2023Inspection
    Investigated and found deficiencies in supervision, incident reporting, medication handling, and resident assessments.
    • 2600.15.bSupervisor Plan
    • 2600.16Written Incident Report
    • 2600.42.bAbuse
    • 2600.182.cMedication Administration
    • 2600.225.cAdditional Assessment
    09 Feb 2023Inspection
    Investigated the licensee's compliance and found no deficiencies.
    08 Nov 2022Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. Demonstrated compliance with applicable requirements.
    07 Sept 2022Inspection
    Found deficiencies related to toilet paper not being available in the second floor lounge bathroom and medication containers not properly labeled with the prescribed dosage.
    • 2600.102.hToilet paper
    • 2600.184.aResident meds labeled
    29 Sept 2021Inspection
    Issued a regular license to operate a personal care home with capacity for 47 in the dementia care unit; noted that annual compliance reviews will occur within the next year.
    15 Sept 2021Inspection
    Found no regulatory citations identified during the inspection.
    25 Aug 2021Inspection
    Identified several safety and care deficiencies, including equipment hazards and medication management issues. The submitted plan of correction was found to be fully implemented.
    • 2600.81.bEnabler bars/gaps in bed creating entrapment hazard
    • 2600.100.aExterior hazard present near water feature
    • 2600.101.jBedside lighting not accessible
    • 2600.102.dLack of grab bars/rails in bathroom
    • 2600.141.b.1Annual medical evaluation missing medication regimen
    • 2600.181.cSelf-administration assessment missing
    • 2600.181.dStoring medications not secure
    • 2600.183.eStoring medications per manufacturer instructions
    • 2600.225.aInitial assessment missing enabler bar information
    30 Sept 2020Inspection
    Issued a certificate of compliance to operate a personal care home with a secure dementia care unit.
    15 May 2020Inspection
    Determined that the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented and that ongoing compliance must be maintained.
    01 Apr 2020Inspection
    Approved an increase in capacity from 182 to 229, including a 47-bed secured dementia care unit, with the license expiration unchanged.
    30 Jul 2019Inspection
    Found violations during the review.
    27 Jul 2018Inspection
    Renewed the license following renewal application; no deficiencies cited.
    24 Jul 2018Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies related to medication labeling, storage, temperature control, and posting requirements that required corrective actions.
    • 2600.92Windows and doors must be in good repair and screened
    • 2600.183(d)Prescription medications container labeling
    • 2600.103(f)Refrigeration and temperature control
    • 2600.184(a)Medication container labeling
    • 2600.185(a)Medication storage procedures
    • 2600.187(a)(13) and 2600.187(a)(14)Recording times of medication administration
    • 2600.187(d)Medication administration records documentation
    27 Jul 2017Inspection
    Issued a regular license renewal after review, indicating compliance with regulatory requirements.
    09 May 2017Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies including carbon monoxide alarm audible coverage on the penthouse floor, insufficient ceiling height in penthouse bedrooms, and improper storage of prescribed ear drops.
    • 2600.101(e)Ceiling height
    • The Care Facility Carbon Monoxide Alarms Standards ActCarbon monoxide alarms audible coverage
    • 2600.183(d)Medication management - current prescriptions and medications
    27 Jul 2016Inspection
    Renewal was approved and a regular license issued for the operation.
    27 Jun 2016Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in safety, privacy, medication management, and emergency planning.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.93(a)Handrails required on ramps and stairs
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.125(c)Emergency evacuation diagram posted
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.185(a)Medication storage/administration procedures
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.123(c)Emergency evacuation diagram orientation (repositioned)
    21 Jun 2016Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. Licensing representatives conducted an on-site visit on 2016-06-21.
    09 Dec 2015Inspection
    Investigated a complaint and found that an abuse incident was not reported to the Department within 24 hours and abuse reporting guidelines were not followed.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.16(c)Reporting to the Department within 24 hours; abuse reporting guidelines
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.15Abuse reporting
    24 Jul 2015Inspection
    Issued a certificate of compliance and renewed license; no deficiencies cited.
    29 Sept 2014Inspection
    Identified several safety and sanitation violations, including unlocked poisonous materials, a urine odor, buckled carpet near a fire exit, and emergency procedures not properly posted.
    • Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600Poisonous materials shall be kept locked and inaccessible to residents unless all of the residents living in the home are able to safely use or avoid poisonous materials.
    • Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600Sanitary conditions shall be maintained.
    • Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600Floors, walls, ceilings shall be clean.
    • Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600Copies of the emergency procedures as specified in §2600.107 shall be posted in a conspicuous and public place in the home and a copy shall be kept.
    • Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600Copies of the emergency procedures as specified in §2600.107 shall be posted in a conspicuous and public place in the home and a copy shall be kept.
    • Regulation 55 Pa.Code §2600Copies of the emergency procedures as specified in §2600.107 (emergency preparedness) shall be posted in a conspicuous and public place in the home and a copy shall be kept.
    30 Jul 2014Inspection
    The Department renewed the license for a personal care home and issued a certificate of compliance.
    11 Apr 2014Inspection
    Found no deficiencies.
    24 Oct 2013Inspection
    Concluded that no regulatory violations were identified.
    27 Aug 2013Inspection
    The investigation identified several deficiencies related to privacy, safety hazards, storage of flammable materials, and incomplete safety records.
    • Type A2600.88(a)Floors, walls, ceilings, windows and other surfaces must be clean, in good repair and free of hazards
    • Type A2600.100(a)The exterior of the building and the building grounds or yard must be in good repair and free of hazards
    • Type A2600.125(b)Combustible materials shall be inaccessible to residents
    • Type A2600.132(c)A written fire drill record must include the date, time, and evacuation details
    • Type A2600.102(d)(1)Toilet and bath areas must have grab bars, hand rails or assist bars
    26 Jul 2013Inspection
    Granted a certificate of compliance; found no deficiencies.
    19 Nov 2012Inspection
    Investigated a complaint and found multiple deficiencies related to policy development, incident management, and emergency procedures.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Quality management plan
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Policy on incidents and conditions
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.130(h)Emergency procedures
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600.130(h)Repair timelines for inoperable detectors
    27 Oct 2011Inspection
    Found violations related to medication management and safety in a licensed care setting. Corrective actions and monitoring were outlined.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Regulations for Personal Care Homes - Medication storage and administration
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Regulations for Personal Care Homes - Medication storage, access, security and use
    15 Aug 2011Inspection
    Found violations related to medication administration documentation and adherence to prescriber instructions.
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Medication administration documentation
    • 55 Pa.Code §2600Follow prescriber directions
    04 Oct 2010Inspection
    Found no deficiencies. Regular license issued.

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