Locust Grove Personal Care & Memory Care sits in West Mifflin, PA, in a single-story building that offers both assisted living and dedicated memory care for seniors, and you'll find it's got many different housing options like private rooms and several suite floor plans, with shared spaces where residents can meet new friends or enjoy a quiet spot. The staff provides around-the-clock support, including a nurse on site, a doctor on call, and trained caregivers who help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, medication management, diabetes care, and even incontinence support when residents can manage by themselves, and you see, they've got a care system that allows support to grow as residents' needs change, so people can stay without switching communities as their care needs increase.
Memory care at Locust Grove happens in a purpose-built, secured area with its own building and features things like wander alert bracelets, alarmed doors, and staff trained to safely handle exit-seeking or physically difficult behaviors, so families don't have to worry so much about loved ones getting lost, especially when Alzheimer's or dementia makes things confusing. Residents have access to activities and care designed for their needs, like sensory-based programming-the snoezelen room is set up to help soothe or engage, there are brain fitness and cognitive classes, and the community encourages everyone to take part in events, art, crafts, gardening, trivia, karaoke, Wii bowling, stretching, yoga, pet programs, and even outings to provide company and a sense of belonging.
Devotional services are available both onsite and at places nearby, including those for Protestant, Catholic, and other faiths, with visiting chaplains coming in, so it's easy for residents to keep connected to their beliefs, and families can take comfort knowing this is encouraged too. Visiting nurses, podiatrists, and all sorts of therapists like physical, occupational, and speech can come right to the community, so residents don't always need to travel for care. Locust Grove's approach lets residents keep pets like dogs and cats, which is nice for those who want to bring some home with them, while practical features like wheelchair-accessible showers and tubs, and the ability to use mechanical lifts for transfers, make daily life safer and easier for those with mobility needs.
Meals are served restaurant-style and you can ask for special diets like gluten-free or low sugar, and there's a private dining room for gatherings with guests and loved ones. Family involvement is encouraged, and the team works to make everyone feel welcome. Activities are set up by a dedicated full-time activity director and happen both onsite and offsite, so folks don't have to sit alone if they want to join in. There's housekeeping, laundry, free parking, Wi-Fi, and transportation services that can be free or paid, plus the property is close to local shopping, dining, and medical services, and if someone wants to use the bus line, that's close by too. Outdoor areas like walking paths and an enclosed courtyard give a safe spot to enjoy fresh air, while inside, common areas like the TV lounge, meeting rooms, and spaces with fireplaces help folks relax or socialize.
The community supports a range of care, including assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing, with options for respite and hospice care if they're needed. Staff can help with injections, reminders, and monitoring for medications. People with higher care needs or behavioral symptoms, including those at risk of wandering or with aggressive tendencies, can be cared for here, and the team uses a computerized system to alert staff if someone heads into an unsafe area. Locust Grove strives to match each resident's care to their needs, fostering independence, socialization, and control over daily life, so folks can feel comfortable, supported, and at home as they age.
