Schenley Gardens
$4,600 – $4,600/mo
Starting price
Memory Care
Care types
Shared, Private
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About Schenley Gardens
Schenley Gardens brings together a thoughtful blend of care, community, and convenience in Pittsburgh’s North Oakland neighborhood. Here, residents find bright, modern apartments—some newly refurbished—with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and large accessible showers. The community stands out for its person-centered approach: staff take time to know each resident, tailoring support for daily living, medication management, and memory care. Intergenerational living with graduate students adds a unique, lively energy. Schenley Gardens is steps from top medical centers, parks, and local dining, making it easy for residents to stay connected to the city’s pulse while enjoying a secure, maintenance-free lifestyle. Families appreciate the responsive management and the sense that their loved ones are genuinely cared for.
Our Care Approach
Schenley Gardens emphasizes personalized, resident-focused care, with staff trained to support daily living, medication management, and memory care. The community aims to balance independence with necessary assistance, and many reviews highlight the staff’s efforts to know each resident’s preferences and needs. However, staffing challenges, particularly in memory care, can affect the consistency of this approach.
Family Experience
Families often describe feeling reassured by the staff’s attentiveness and the cleanliness of the community. Communication with management is generally positive, especially with the current team, and many appreciate the transparency when issues arise. Some families have needed to arrange additional private care due to staffing gaps, but others report their loved ones’ needs are fully met by the community.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at Schenley Gardens.
Medical Care Services
24-hour nursing care, medication management, and on-site medical support are available.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with daily living activities, mobility support, hygiene care, and housekeeping are provided.
Specialized Care
Memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia, including cognitive therapies and tailored support, is a key offering.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
Most reviews mention the facility as clean, odor-free, and well-kept, with modern apartments and good housekeeping.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
The community fosters a warm, inclusive environment with intergenerational connections and frequent social activities.
Safety & Security
24-hour call systems and on-site medical support provide peace of mind, though some families express concerns about staffing adequacy in memory care.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 22 reviews
Reviews for Schenley Gardens reveal a mix of strong praise for attentive, caring staff and clean, modern facilities, alongside concerns about understaffing in memory care and occasional management responsiveness. Many families highlight the community’s warm atmosphere and the staff’s dedication to knowing residents as individuals, but some note that staffing challenges can impact care quality, especially in specialized units.
- Staff are described as friendly, attentive, and genuinely caring
- Facility is clean, modern, and well-maintained
- Management is responsive and communicative, especially under current leadership
- Chronic understaffing in memory care leads to delayed response times
- Some families report uncooperative management when raising concerns
- A few reviews question the authenticity of positive online feedback
Kelle Gressem
My mother-in-law lived at Vincentian Schenley Gardens in the memory care unit. The facility has been consistently short-staffed in the memory care unit—often with only one aide responsible for 14 residents. This level of staffing leads to delayed care, long response times, and visible strain on the staff who are present. These issues have been ongoing, not temporary lapses. Despite repeatedly raising concerns with management, we found them uncooperative and unwilling to take meaningful action. Instead of solutions, we received dismissive responses and little follow-through. Had it not been for a private duty aide we arranged for my mother-in-law, her comfort and well-being would have been severely compromised. Families entrust loved ones to facilities like this with the expectation of safe, attentive care—an expectation that Vincentian Schenley Gardens has not met. While some staff members are hardworking and caring, the chronic understaffing and lack of accountability from management make this an unsafe and unreliable choice. We have since moved my mother-in-law to another facility where the staff-to-resident ratio is appropriate and residents’ needs are met with care and attentiveness. It is also worth noting that many positive reviews appear to have been written by staff in an effort to boost ratings, which makes it difficult for families to rely on Google reviews when making such an important decision.
Chris Heron
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Vincentian Schenley Gardens. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth, professionalism, and a true sense of community. The staff here goes above and beyond to ensure that residents receive not just exceptional care, but genuine love and respect. What sets Schenley Gardens apart is their person-centered approach towards residents--they take the time to know each resident as an individual, tailoring care to their preferences and needs. The communication with families and caretakers is also excellent and I know people feel reassured knowing their loved ones are in such capable and caring hands. Highly recommend!
Megan Barricklow
Vincentian Schenley Gardens is a lovely facility with a great location. They have strong activities and programming that help to engage residents with their peers, reduce social isolation, and make it an enjoyable place to live. They also have intergenerational living with graduate students, making this a unique setting! Such a perk!
1 more resident rated this community with an average of 4.0 stars
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Pricing
$4,600 – $4,600/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
With monthly costs starting around $4,600—below the Pittsburgh area average—Schenley Gardens offers a competitive value for assisted living and memory care. Families note that the quality of care and amenities compares favorably to more expensive options, though some stress the importance of evaluating current staffing levels, especially for residents with higher needs.
Location & Neighborhood
About the Area
Schenley Gardens sits in Pittsburgh’s North Oakland, a neighborhood known for its proximity to major hospitals, universities, and cultural attractions. The area is walkable, with parks, pharmacies, and local dining options nearby, offering residents both convenience and a connection to the city’s vibrant life.
Nearby Attractions
- Hillman Cancer Center
- Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC
- Schenley Park
Public Transportation
- Local bus routes
- Accessible pedestrian pathways
Questions & Answers
Community Updates
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