Barnes Place is an assisted living community located in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. The facility offers private and semi-private accommodations and provides support for older adults who require assistance with daily living activities. Residents benefit from a single-floor layout, which helps with mobility and accessibility, and rooms may feature kitchenettes for added independence. Barnes Place offers a range of programs and amenities, including communal spaces, a barber and beauty salon, social and wellness activities, and various festive events intended to foster a sense of community.
Assisted living care at Barnes Place covers extensive support for those needing full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The care team is available to assist residents with incontinence care, ambulatory needs, and medication management, aiming to ensure safety and dignity. Scheduled doctor appointments are coordinated through the facility, and residents also have access to basic wellness programs and on-site podiatry services. Diabetes care and hospice support are offered, as is help with English language needs. A barber and beauty salon is available within the community. Memory care services and a secured environment are provided for residents with cognitive impairments, although reviews indicate that care quality may vary, especially for individuals with higher medical or behavioral needs. The community is equipped to promote independence while supporting those who require greater clinical oversight.
Transportation services at Barnes Place include both complimentary and scheduled transportation options. These services are intended for both medical and non-medical purposes, such as attending physician visits, specialist appointments, and participating in off-site social activities or errands, thereby supporting continued engagement with the local community and access to healthcare resources.
According to resident and family reviews, experiences at Barnes Place are mixed. Positive accounts commonly reference friendly and attentive staff, a clean and warm environment, a festive atmosphere, and helpful management. Amenities such as the single-story layout, kitchenettes, and activity offerings are appreciated, and many families note residents are happy and treated with respect. However, there are also consistent reports of high staff turnover, understaffing, insufficient attention to clinical care—especially in memory care—and communication gaps. Some families report having to intervene to ensure basic care needs are met, and there have been instances described where upper management was slow or unresponsive to concerns. Overall, feedback suggests that while Barnes Place offers a supportive environment—particularly for more independent residents—those with higher care needs may experience variability in the quality and reliability of care, making regular family involvement important. There are no documented recent major changes or expansions at the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,383 and range up to $3,300. The average price in the community is $2,592, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,067. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.