Rivercliff Terrace

Q: Is Rivercliff Terrace in a walkable area?

Rivercliff Terrace has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the license number of Rivercliff Terrace?

According to PA state health department records, Rivercliff Terrace's license number is 426610.

Q: When does Rivercliff Terrace's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Rivercliff Terrace's license expires on November 16, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Rivercliff Terrace?

Rivercliff Terrace's occupancy is 82%.

Q: How many beds does Rivercliff Terrace have?

Rivercliff Terrace has 34 beds.

Q: Has Rivercliff Terrace had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Rivercliff Terrace has had 12 recently reported deficiencies.

Q: Are there photos of Rivercliff Terrace?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Rivercliff Terrace in the photo gallery on this page.

Overview of Rivercliff Terrace

Rivercliff Terrace is a personal care home located on Allegheny Avenue in Kittanning, Pennsylvania, that focuses on personal care. This 34-bed community maintains an 82% occupancy rate and is home to 28 residents. Situated in a neighborhood with a walkability score of 73, it offers convenient access for visiting family members, with some destinations available within walking distance.

Along with personal care and medication management, support services that include laundry and assistance with daily living activities are provided. Three home-cooked meals are also served daily in the dining room. Amenities such as a beauty shop, outdoor porches, and shared gathering spaces also provide opportunities for relaxation and social interaction.

Over the past several years, state inspections have identified concerns related to building maintenance and medication management, including equipment storage and temperature control practices. Complaint investigations have not been substantiated, and findings were addressed through corrective action plans. For families considering Rivercliff Terrace, the community’s history of responding to identified concerns reflects an ongoing commitment to maintaining care and operational standards.

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34-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 73 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

82%

Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%

Occupied beds

28 / 34

Average occupied beds in Pennsylvania homes 103 beds

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

StatusLicensed

IssuanceNovember 16, 2025

ExpirationNovember 16, 2026

CountyArmstrong

License LevelFULL

License Number426610

Rivercliff Terrace is legally operated by Rivercliff Terrace Inc.

Owner NameRivercliff Terrace Inc

Profit StatusProfit

26 Total Daily Staff PA avg: 76.9

20 Waking Staff

0 Resident Support Staff

26 Residents Served

0 Current Residents

Dining Room

Beauty Shop

Outdoor Porches

Common Areas For Activities

Specific Programshome-cooked meals, laundry, assistance with personal care needs, medication distribution.

Touring HoursMonday-Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Food DescriptionResidents are served three home cooked meals a day in the dining room.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 12 citations 1 complaint 5 inspections 0 waivers

Inspection Score

14 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)

Waivers A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.

This Facility PA Average vs. PA Avg

Waivers are Pennsylvania Department of Health exemptions that let a facility operate outside required staffing ratios or staff credential rules. A higher count can signal that the facility regularly relies on exceptions — for example, fewer nursing hours per resident or staff who don't fully meet qualification standards — which may affect day-to-day care.
0
vs 0.9 avg
↓ 100% fewer than PA avg

Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Pennsylvania state average

Overall vs. PA average

Latest Inspection September 20, 2024 Renewal

Citations Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total citations Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	12	63	This facility has 81% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (12 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 81% better Rank #69 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 69th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's total citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Citations per year Average citations per year since 2021.	2.4	12.6	This facility has 81% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2.4 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 81% better
Citations per inspection Average citations per inspection.	2.4	5.7	This facility has 58% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2.4 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 58% better Rank #115 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 115th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's citations per inspection compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	5	11	This facility has 55% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (5 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 55% better
Inspections with citations Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.	3	8	This facility has 63% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 63% better
Inspection citation rate Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.	60%	73%	This facility has 13 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (60% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 13% better Rank #158 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 158th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's % of inspections with citations compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	PA Average	vs. PA Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	1	4	This facility has 75% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 75% better Rank #110 / 482 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 110th out of 482 homes in Pennsylvania. Shows this facility's complaint inspections compared to the Pennsylvania average among 482 comparable communities in the ranking pool.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	0.2	0.8	This facility has 75% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0.2 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 75% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The September 20, 2024 inspection found two deficiencies, both corrected on site, with the plan of correction fully implemented and no complaints noted.
The August 11, 2021 inspection cited eight deficiencies including medication labeling errors, incomplete medical evaluations, and unsafe placement of carbon monoxide detectors.
The July 5, 2022 inspection found one deficiency for a slippery exterior wooden landing, which was corrected with a non-skid surface and scheduled maintenance.

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

PA Medicaid CHC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Pennsylvania resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program

PA OPTIONS

Age 60+

General Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by region

Asset Limits $8,000 individual

Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)

Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)

Age 55+

General PA resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with LIFE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General PA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; PA resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; reimbursements up to $600/month if care recipient income < ~$2,322/month 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Supplies (~$2,000/year) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General PA resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)

Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Age 65+

General PA resident, homeowner/renter (or widow/er 50+, disabled 18+).

Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000/year individual or couple, excludes half of Social Security

Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.

Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.

Benefits

Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Pennsylvania SFMNP

Age 60+

General PA resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month individual, 185% FPL

Asset Limits Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.

Benefits

Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets

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Rivercliff Terrace	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Kittanning	34 Facility 34 PA AVG 94 Rank #528 / 555	No	73 Facility 73 PA AVG 46 Rank #123 / 668	Rivercliff Terrace Inc	97 Facility 97 PA AVG 83 Rank #30 / 460	5	1 Facility 1 PA AVG 4 Rank #110 / 482	60% Facility 60% PA AVG 72.7% Rank #158 / 482	12 Facility 12 PA AVG 63 Rank #69 / 482	2.4 Facility 2.4 PA AVG 5.7 Rank #115 / 482	Profit	26 Facility 26 PA AVG 76.9 Rank #331 / 361	1.00	82.4% Facility 82.4% PA AVG 68.8% Rank #108 / 485	-

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Is Rivercliff Terrace in a walkable area?

Rivercliff Terrace has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Rivercliff Terrace?

According to PA state health department records, Rivercliff Terrace's license number is 426610.

When does Rivercliff Terrace's license expire?

According to PA state health department records, Rivercliff Terrace's license expires on November 16, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Rivercliff Terrace?

Rivercliff Terrace's occupancy is 82%.

How many beds does Rivercliff Terrace have?

Rivercliff Terrace has 34 beds.

Has Rivercliff Terrace had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Rivercliff Terrace has had 12 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Rivercliff Terrace?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Rivercliff Terrace in the photo gallery on this page.

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