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5
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March 7, 2024
Gorgeous Grounds and Interiors. Staff is always so helpful.
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About The Villa St. Elizabeth in Reading, Pennsylvania
Senior living at the Villa is a setting for people who will benefit from assistance with activities of daily living and socialization opportunities. Our setting allows residents to retain maximum independence by having the help that they need to meet a variety of health concerns. We create individualized service plans to help with mobility, balance and keeping abreast of current events.
The majestic Victorian mansion elegantly reflects the grandeur of earlier times when the textile baron, Gustav Oberlander, entertained heads of state and visiting dignitaries from overseas. The rich European craftsmanship is evident throughout the flowing library, ballroom and formal dining rooms.
The popular back patio fills the senses with a panoramic view of the manicured acreage framed by the exotic trees imported from around the country. This pastoral setting is home to the holiday barbecues for the residents and their families, as well as special events as weddings, concerts on the green and artists' festivals.
Jean Bready, RN is the owner and administrator of the Villa since 2000. As a Reading native and graduate of the Reading Hospital School of Nursing, she has committed herself, her staff and the lovely property to providing a warm and loving home for the residents of the Villa - her extended family.
To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit:
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Provider Directory
Services and Amenities of The Villa St. Elizabeth in Reading, Pennsylvania
Campus/Building Details
- General Store
- Convenient location
- Flexible Visitation Hours
- House setting
- Multi-acre campus
- Multi-floor building
- Scenic views
- Smoking Not Allowed
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Room Service
- Guest Meals
- Beverages provided
- Meals provided
- Resident-assisted menu development
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Literary Activities/Programs
- Music Activities/Programs
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
- Horticultural Activities
- Golf
- Activities staff
- Culinary Activities/Programs
- Cultural activities/programs
- Educational Activities/Programs
- Entertainment activities/programs
- Organized activities/programs
- Performing arts activities/programs
- Recreational activities/programs
- Resident volunteer opportunities
- Seasonal, holiday, and themed events
- Social Activities/Events
- Spiritual activities/programs
- Sports & lawn games
- Technology activities/programs
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Linen Services
- Private Housekeeping Services
- Bed Making Services
- Groundskeeping Services
- Home Modification Assistance
- Maintenance & Repair Services
- Maintenance Staff On-Site
- Pest Control Services
- Trash Removal Services
On-Site Services
- Religious Services
- 24/7 concierge services
- Business center
- Car washing area
- Catholic Services
- Church services
- Mail pick-up
- Meeting room
- Mobile library services
- Newspaper delivery
- Notary Services
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
Room Amenities
- Wifi/Internet In Unit
- Cable/Satellite In Unit
- Bathtub in unit
- Closet Space In Unit
- Den/Study In Unit
- Dining Area In Unit
- Furnished Units
- Individual Climate Controls
- Kitchen Appliances In Unit
- Living Rooms in Unit
- Premium Amenities In Unit
- Premium Finishes In Unit
- Private Outdoor Space
- Shower in unit
- Telephone Hookup
- Unfurnished units
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
- Premium Transportation Services
- Transportation Services for General Shopping
Ambulatory Assistance & Accessibility
- Facility Not Wheelchair Accessible
- Mobility Assistance Features
Safety & Security
- Controlled Building Access
- Emergency Preparedness Procedures & Facilities
- Emergency Response System
- Fall Prevention Program
- Personal Medical Alert Systems
- Safety & Wellness Checks
- Security Systems
- Supervisory Staff
Companionship & Escort Assistance
- Companionship Services
- Escort Assistance
Financing & Payment Options
- Accepts Check Payments
- Rent And Care Fees
- Accepts Credit Card Payments
- All Inclusive Rent
- Financial Guidance
- Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted
- Medicaid Not Accepted
- Medicare Not Accepted
- Private Pay Accepted
- State Benefits Programs Accepted
- Veterans Aid (VA) Benefits Accepted
Guests
- Guest Parking
Inside Amenities
- Computer Room
- Entertainment Venues
- Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
- Laundry facilities
- Performance venues
- Recreational amenities
- Religious Spaces
- Shared Common Areas
Outside Amenities
- Garden
- Walking and Hiking Areas
- Enclosed/Secured outdoor common areas
- Outdoor common areas
- Outdoor recreation facilities
- Patio
- Sports and lawn game facilities
Staff Training & Qualifications
- Staff Trained in Ethics
- Reference Checks
- Interview Every Team Member in Person
- No Male Caregivers
- Staff are licensed or certified
- Staff Driving Record Check
- Staff screening conducted
- Staff to resident ratio meets state requirements
- Staff trained in aging & mobility
- Staff trained in ambulatory assistance
- Staff trained in behavior management
- Staff trained in cardiac care
- Staff trained in chronic diseases/illnesses
- Staff trained in client rights
- Staff trained in diabetes care
- Staff trained in diet & nutrition
- Staff trained in disability care
- Staff trained in disease/illness management and prevention
- Staff trained in diversity/inclusion/sensitivity
- Staff trained in eye/vision care
- Staff Trained in First Aid
- Staff trained in fitness & wellness
- Staff trained in home care
- Staff trained in injury/trauma care
- Staff trained in Medication Management
- Staff trained in memory care
- Staff trained in mental health care
- Staff trained in neurological disorders
- Staff trained in oncology care
- Staff trained in pain Management
- Staff trained in paralysis care
- Staff trained in personal care
- Staff Trained in Rehabilitation
- Staff trained in Respiratory Care
- Staff trained in rheumatology
- Staff trained in safety
- Staff trained in skin care
- Staff trained in taking Vital Signs
- Staff trained in therapy
- Staff trained in use of medical equipment
- Staff trained to monitor for abuse/neglect/exploitation
- Staff Training Opportunities
- Trained staff on-site
Kitchen Types
- Kitchenette
Parking Options
- Parking Lot
Diet & Nutrition
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
- Renal
- Vegetarian Diet Available
- Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations
- Chef on staff
- Dietary services
- Dietitian-Approved Meals
- Dysphagia diet accomodations
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
- Salon Services
- Fitness Opportunities
- Balance activities/programs
- Brain fitness activities
- Chair fitness
- Dance fitness
- Fitness & wellness staff
- Group exercise
- Health & wellness activities/programs
- Health & wellness education
- Meditation opportunities
- Personal Training
- Yoga/Stretching opportunities
Health Services
- Companion Care
- Hospice Care
- In Home Health Care
- Memory Care
- Medication Reminders
- Diagnostic/Lab Services
- Immunizations
- Live-In Care
- Podiatry
Languages
- English spoken
Personal Care
- Bathing Assistance
- Personal Care Assistants
- Dressing Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Cooking services
- Administer Medication
- Cueing & Redirection
- Grooming Assistance
- Health/Medical reminders
- Meal planning
- Mealtime Reminders
- Oral Hygiene Assistance
- Personal Care Reminders
- Phone Call Assistance
- Refriderator Checks
- Shaving Assistance
- Urinary Incontinence Care
Therapies
- Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Pet/Animal Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Respiratory Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Sensory Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Speech Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Therapy Rooms
Resident Information
- Offers Respite Care
Pets
- Pet restrictions
- Visiting pets allowed
- Pets
Additional Amenity Information
- Fee Structure: Entry fee cost : $1250 + App Fee $250; Pet Fee: Considered on case by case $100 Deposit $20/Monthly
- Features: Putting Green
- Special Comment: The Villa is surrounded by the beautiful residential communities of Wyomissing and West Reading. One block away is the historic Reading Museum with its year-round schedule of exhibits and its very popular nature walkways. Immediate medical assistance is but two blocks away at the nationally renown Reading Hospital and Medical Center. The RHMC and the Villa work closely together in their efforts to insure the immediate availability of the very best medical attention for the Villa residents. Many residents enjoy the robust weather of the Spring and Summer by shopping at the quaint shops or relaxing at the neighboring swimming complex of the town of West Reading. A five-minute Villa shuttle bus ride away is the prominent Sovereign Center with its full schedule of concerts, sporting events, theatrical performances, etc. The Villa has a history of supporting a variety of local agencies, town services and national causes. We do this to improve our local community and build relationships with our neighbors. Our goal is to support causes which will benefit our residents, neighbors or the community.
- State Licenses: 205760
Costs for The Villa St. Elizabeth in Reading, Pennsylvania
Assisted Living
$1,600
Starting Price
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Reviews of The Villa St. Elizabeth in Reading, Pennsylvania
3.6
(12 reviews)
Facility
5.0
Staff
5.0
Food
4.0
Activities
5.0
Value
4.0
TigerTail
5
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March 7, 2024
Gorgeous Grounds and Interiors. Staff is always so helpful.
Iv
5
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July 3, 2023
They genuinely care about the residents, and treat them with respect.
AD
5
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June 18, 2023
What a beautiful facility, great food and awesome activities. My mother always sound really happy and content when we speak. What a great place to be!
Linda
5
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April 9, 2018
My mother-in-law was at The Villa St. Elizabeth for a little under three weeks. It was lovely and clean. The staff took good care of her. The meals were great. She said they were delicious. Her room was lovely, had a gorgeous window view, and was nice and large. They put new rugs in it and a brand-new TV. The bathroom was private and clean all the time.
kman953
2
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May 29, 2017
Ramp at one end of the dining room can make access difficult depending on you abilities to walk. Quality and variety of food leaves a lot to be desired. Very minimal staff. No activities director. Residents pretty much on their own. Most of their time is spent sitting in their rooms watching tv. It's cheap, but corners are cut everywhere at the expense of the residents. Looks nice from the outside and inside, but don't judge a book by its cover. It appears the owners are more interested in financial gain than the well being, comfort, and dignity of the residents. Owners are difficult to get a hold of and phone calls are not returned.
Sandra122248250
2
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March 28, 2016
My mother was at Villa St. Elizabeth. They need to improve on things at that facility. It's a beautiful old mansion, so the rooms were beautiful, and the view was beautiful and very unique. The staff was kind, but I was not impressed with the service. The food that she received was not very good. Meals were served at certain times at the tables, and residents had to sit with certain people, and sometimes she couldn't even eat the food. They should improve their kitchen and preparation for the elderly.
GeorgieW
5
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January 31, 2016
The Villa is an historic mansion set up wonderfully as a personal care home, definitely homey, not institutional. The staff is caring and professional. The food is home-style with many regional favorites. The owners are very responsible and take pride in both the business and the historic building. I would live there in a heart beat!
sugarsmith
1
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June 25, 2014
This place is the worst place I have ever seen they will take every penny they can get from these old people then find a way to put them out they act like its a loving place but I would not put the dog that bit me in there that feed the old people expired food they don't take these old people to there doctor apt the they suppose to they mix up people meds all the time this place has the state in there all the time I hope the state close it down its not a good place at all
Brain O
4
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June 3, 2014
My wife and I visited St. Elizabeth's on several occasions. At least two were unannounced and we found no smells and the residents seemed to be enjoying the library and the beautiful porch that over looks sever hundred yards of well kept landscaped property.
maureenb
4
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June 13, 2012
There's a number of things that were in our consideration why we chose the facility. Location to us and proximity was important. We're building a home and that was only 15 miles away, so proximity was probably a primary. Also just as important of course was her comfortableness with the place. The way in which the people treated her prior to arrival. The staff were forthcoming and professional. They were providing any kind of detail we needed. Since they were used to receiving people from the local area, they would send a team of people to ones homes and pickup their belongings. You actually pay for the cost of moving them right into the building. And since we were out of town, they offered to reimburse us up to $1100 for the moving expenses. All we need is to present the receipt. They were such a blessing! It was something we were not expecting.Absolutely grandmom will be happy there. It's a friendly place. It had apartments that were larger than others once that you've seen other places. It was nice brief, easy get to and very pleasant looking. There is an atrium that was quite large and a waterfalls to help people with the mood. It was rather a large place so you're not confined to a small group of people and it was a nice thing for grandmom to make friends especially people within her age bracket. There were a great number of activities taking place. She likes to play cards and different card games and so there was a scheduled tournament of such for it. She was able to look at different rooms were residents were actually in them, so they weren't empty. There was furniture in it and it was comfortable living there.They also have an actual beauty facility. Well you pay for it but that's fine because she was used to paying for her hair.It was also important that she had an individual assigned to her as an extra service to help her in getting to the dining area, come down the stairs or other issues. What I also like was that everybody is provided with like a lifeline device that they wear around their neck. So all of these things really proved to her (and us) that the place was experienced, kind and responsive and that just went up to her over the top.
awe
5
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December 30, 2011
My mom is a redident in this facility, and I would highly recommend it to anyone in search of a very caring staff,and administrators, beautiful world charm atmosphere, and lovely place for their retirement yrs. I could not have chosen a better home for her if I searched everywhere! Whoever is commenting on smells needs to get their senses tested!
kyrie
1
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September 1, 2011
The smell upon entering your facility was very undesirable and I think you know what odor I'm speaking of. This problem really needs to be addressed. I'm sure I'm not the only one to notice.
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