Saint John XXIII Home, located in Hermitage, Pennsylvania, is a nonprofit senior living community affiliated with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie. Serving as both a nursing home and provider of assisted living, the facility accommodates up to 84 residents and is certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Since opening as a Medicare participant in July 1989, Saint John XXIII Home has provided a range of care services for seniors, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and personal care. It offers both short-term and long-term care tailored to the needs of its residents.
Medical and care services at Saint John XXIII Home include physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with specialized support such as wound care, complex wound care, incontinence care, ostomy care, and diabetes care. Ambulatory care is available, as well as access to podiatry and dental care providers. The facility staff includes nurses capable of supporting residents with a variety of health conditions. There is also an on-site pharmacy service. Residents with hospice needs can receive end-of-life care, and the facility provides assistance with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, and dressing, while toileting is generally managed with self-care support.
The facility supports its residents with access to clubs, community activities, and structured recreational options. Resident and family counseling is available to provide emotional and practical support. Saint John XXIII Home maintains a resident council, allowing input into facility decisions, and family members are encouraged to participate in care planning.
According to summary reviews from residents and families, Saint John XXIII Home is frequently noted for its cleanliness, engaging activities, spacious accommodations, and the compassion and dedication of many caregivers. However, concerns have been raised regarding staffing levels, staff responsiveness, and some aspects of clinical competence, such as the administration of supplemental oxygen and the handling of rehabilitation care needs. There have been reports of delayed response times and inconsistent communication from the management and admissions staff, with some reviewers noting lapses in professionalism and sufficient monitoring of vulnerable residents. These factors have led to a mixed overall perception of the facility, with positive remarks about the physical environment and supportive staff balanced by concerns about consistency and sufficiency of care.
No major recent developments have been reported at Saint John XXIII Home. The facility continues to operate with a faith-based mission to serve seniors in the Hermitage, PA community, offering a variety of care services for those requiring nursing home or assisted living support.
Costs at this community start at $2,000 and range up to $5,510. The average price in the community is $3,755, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,342. The cost of nursing homes 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.