Goodwill Neighborhood Residences sits at 600 Beach Street in Scranton, right in The Flats neighborhood, where you'll find the place surrounded by sheltering pines and close to restaurants, churches, medical offices, and shopping centers, which makes things easy for residents. The facility offers a wide range of care levels, using custom care solutions and total living and care options to fit different needs, whether someone wants to live independently, needs a little help with daily tasks, or requires more support for conditions like Alzheimer's or dementia. There's independent living through The Pines Senior Living, along with personal care at St. Mary's Villa, plus respite care for short-term stays. Several buildings make up the community, including Valley View Terrace, Germin Apartments, Geneva House, Mulberry Towers, Finch Towers, Washington West, Harrison House, Jackson Heights, and United House Apartments, so there's a lot of choice in where to live, with units ranging from efficiencies to one and two-bedroom apartments, and some have income limits to help with affordability.
Every apartment comes with features like wall-to-wall carpeting, emergency call systems, kitchenettes, baths with tubs, and safety fixtures for people with disabilities, while the shared spaces include lounges, a library, game and activities rooms, a community room, and well-kept grounds where you can get a breath of fresh air. There's off-street parking, resident guest parking, an elevator for easy access, and staff are on duty around the clock for support, as well as on-site maintenance which answers calls 24 hours a day, keeping things in working order. The buildings come with electric heat, central air, and provide utilities like water, sewer, and garbage collection in the rent, with shared laundry available for residents.
Amenities aim to support health and enjoyment, with social programs, arts and crafts, and a variety of activities held onsite so residents stay active and connected. Pet lovers can bring small dogs and cats, with a weight limit of 21-30 lbs, and there are policies for pet visitors, so families can bring pets along when they visit. Meals are served with specialty diets if needed, and there's internet access throughout the community. Staff provides personal services such as laundry, dry cleaning, transportation, and help with daily activities, with assisted living and memory care available for those who need it, and home care or nursing home services as part of their broader network of senior care. Security is maintained with controlled access to all buildings, and the facility is smoke-free, only allowing smoking outdoors. Convenient public transit sits nearby, and the community's walk score of 73 shows it's easy to get around without a car. Lease terms usually run for a year and units are well-maintained, with a focus on creating welcoming, affordable housing for seniors. There's always something happening and the wide network of community partners helps make sure everyone gets the level of care and support they need through every stage of aging.
