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.
