Celebration Villa of Altoona

Category: Assisted living facility

Address: 170 Red Fox Dr, Duncansville, PA 16635, USA

Phone: +18146958425

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Jessica Burkhart-Frye

Jul 29, 2022

Nice facility! Good size rooms, very kind and caring staff and the in house therapy option makes in great for rehab stays.

Tiffany Treese

Jul 29, 2022

Very caring and dedicated staff!

Lindsay Miller

Jul 26, 2022

Honestly 1 star is being nice. This place is horrible to work for. You are looked down on for trying your best and when it’s not good enough for them you are made to look like the bad person. You are then pushed to the point that you don’t want to deal with it and quit. But if you don’t quit don’t worry the executive director already has someone on stand by for your job. Sneaky people and place to work for. All good employees are pushed out! The way this building is ran is very unethical. Hence why they are always hiring.

Jordan McCormick

Jul 25, 2022

I enjoy spending time with the residents at CV. Family nights are always well attended and lots of fun!

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Questions & Answers

Does Elmcroft offer assistance for moving in?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

We partner with Move For Seniors who can help manage the logistics associated with your move. Move for Seniors only uses experienced movers who are licensed, vetted and fully insured for local or long-distance moves. All communities partner with Move for Seniors or offer a similar service through a similar vendor. Pricing depends on the scope of what the resident needs. However, the average cost has been around $800-900.

What does a Virtual Tour entail?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

A Virtual Tour is a tour of our community in which we use technology resources such as Zoom, Facetime or GoogleDuo. Virtual tours allow potential residents and family members to meet and speak with our Sales Director and other directors, staff and residents and experience our community from the comfort of your own home.

Does Elmcroft allow smoking?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

We DO NOT allow smoking inside our communities.

Does Elmcroft accept Medicaid or Medicare?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

Medicare does not typically cover the expenses associated with assisted, independent or retirement living. Additionally, we DO NOT accept Medicaid for new move-ins. Many of our services can be covered by a Long-Term Care Policy, but you need to verify through your provider. We DO NOT take any other insurance payments. Contact the community for additional information on qualifying guidelines.

How much does assisted living cost?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

A variety of factors make up the monthly fee. In some communities, care and services are bundled into one flat fee. Other communities base their monthly fee on the size of the resident's apartment and the amount of care they receive. "The average monthly cost of assisted living in the U.S. is roughly $4,000 a month, or about $48,000 per year, according to Genworth's latest Cost of Care Survey." This fee may be higher in cities along both coasts and in major metropolitan areas, such as New York City or Washington, D.C. If you give us a call or schedule a tour, we can provide you with more concrete information based on your needs.

What is the difference between Assisted Living and Nursing Homes?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

Families often have the misconception that an assisted living community is just a more attractive nursing home. The truth is nursing homes offer different types of care and services than you will find in an assisted living community. In a nursing home, you typically find residents who have more complex medical conditions. They need daily, around-the-clock assistance from a skilled nurse and/or therapist. Residents often share a room or suite with another senior. By contrast, residents in an assisted living community need support with what are referred to as the activities of daily living (ADL). These are the tasks we all need to complete every day, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing. While some assisted living communities have nurses on their care team, ADLs can typically be provided by an aide.

Is Elmcroft pet friendly?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

Most of our Elmcroft communities welcome dogs and cats, and have secured outdoor areas where residents can walk and play with their pets. Check with the community for specifics and to see if they have any breed restrictions or specific rules regarding keeping a pet in your apartment. Your pet's vaccines and veterinary records should be up to date for the safety of your fellow residents and their pets, as well as staff and visitors.

What is a Personal Care Facility?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

A personal care facility is a smaller, more home-like setting for older adults. Personal care facilities provide meals and assistance with daily living. They typically do not have a healthcare professional, such as a nurse, on-site. Personal care homes can usually be found tucked away in residential neighborhoods. They usually provide care to 10 or fewer seniors.

What is the process for transitioning into an Assisted Living facility?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

The transition to an assisted living community begins by researching your local options and scheduling a time to tour each one. A personal visit that includes your older loved one is the best way to determine if an assisted living community is a good fit. Once you have narrowed down your choice to one community, the staff there will begin the admission process. A nurse or other skilled health care professional from the community’s staff will likely evaluate your loved one’s needs to determine what care and services will be necessary after the move. The staff will also work with you to choose an apartment or suite. Some communities, such as Elmcroft, can even help you determine what furniture will fit in the new apartment and what might need to be given to a family member or donated to a local charity. It’s important to know that assisted living is licensed at the state level. This means every state has its own unique requirements for admissions to an assisted living community. Some states, for example, require a chest x-ray in addition to a complete physical exam. Others do not.

What is the difference between Personal Care and Assisted Living?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

The difference between these two types of communities depends upon the state in which you reside. Some states restrict what services a residential care home can offer. Other states allow these smaller communities to offer care and services similar to an assisted living community. Personal care facilities are usually smaller in both size and in the number of residents that can accommodate. An assisted living community typically resembles an upscale apartment community. By contrast, a residential care home looks more like a private house.

What types of activities are offered at Elmcroft?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

The good news for seniors contemplating a move to a senior living community is that they will have a wide variety of opportunities for life enrichment. Some examples of fun activities for seniors in assisted living include watercolor painting classes, book clubs, volunteer projects, card groups, movie nights, walking clubs and more! There are also off-campus activities, such as organized trips to the zoo or park. We have a monthly calendar of events with hundreds of options so residents can choose an activity that best fits their interests.

What are the dining options at Elmcroft?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

Residents have a variety of menu choices and healthy options for each meal, as well as the ability to make substitutions. We are proud to provide chef-inspired meals to accommodate all dietary requests and needs! The best way to learn more about our dining program is to try it for yourself! We extend an open invitation for seniors and their adult children to schedule a tour and stick around for lunch or dinner.

What is the difference between Assisted Living and Independent Living?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

Assisted living communities cater to seniors who are physically or cognitively unable to live on their own. In independent living communities, most adults live alone or as couples, without the need for personal care support or skilled nursing. However, support is available, if needed. The design of an assisted living community is to provide long-term care for an individual who may require support with everyday activities but does not need the level of skilled care that is provided within a nursing home. In comparison, an independent living community is established for an individual who requires little or no assistance in performing their daily routine.

Will a Long-Term Care Insurance Policy pay for Assisted Living?

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Celebration Villa of Altoona | Oct 8, 2021

Although this answer varies by policy, many long-term care insurance policies do help finance assisted living. Check your aging loved one’s policy to see if it covers the costs of “custodial care,” which includes assisted living communities.

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