Riverside Care Center - McKeesport is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community situated close to McKeesport Hospital, with beautiful outdoor views overlooking the Monongahela River. The community features thoughtfully designed spaces that provide tranquility and comfort, including an interior courtyard where residents can relax or gather for social events. This welcoming environment is intended to help residents feel at home while supporting their health and wellbeing during their stay.
Offering a wide range of senior rehabilitation services, Riverside Care Center - McKeesport is committed to providing compassionate specialty care for each resident. Around-the-clock skilled nursing care is available, supporting individuals who require assistance with cardiac and congestive heart failure care, IV therapy, pain management, post-surgical care, pulmonary support, stroke and neurological care, as well as comprehensive wound management. The team prides itself on tailoring its services to the unique needs of each person, ensuring that the rehabilitation journey is not only effective but also comfortable and dignified.
For those in need of memory support, Riverside Care Center - McKeesport has established the Memory Care Neighborhood program. This dedicated area and its specialized programming are designed to offer residents a sense of safety and familiarity, focusing on the right balance of stimulation to enhance orientation and reduce anxiety. Activities throughout the day are carefully chosen to be recognizable and comforting, promoting a relaxing atmosphere and helping residents to retain their independence as much as possible.
One of the community’s defining features is its Progressive Approach to Home (PATH) program, which uses evidence-based practices and contemporary medical models to create a transitional care environment. Transparent communication with both patients and families is a priority, while individualized care plans are aimed at helping residents recover efficiently so they can return to their homes quickly and safely, all while minimizing the risk of hospital readmissions.
Additionally, Riverside Care Center - McKeesport offers a Pre-registration Program that supports individuals in planning their rehabilitation prior to elective surgery. This proactive approach helps to ease the transition from hospital to rehabilitation, allowing future residents and their families to make informed choices and be well-prepared before a hospital stay. The community’s specialized programs are thoughtfully designed to enrich the lives of all patients, combining clinical leadership, commitment, and customized care to ensure every resident’s needs are met throughout their recovery journey.