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Immerse yourself in the vibrant community of Ahava Memory Care in Pittsburgh, PA, where exceptional care and a lively, engaging lifestyle seamlessly intertwine. This community is one of only two licensed assisted living special care residences for people with memory impairment in southwest PA. Every one of its residents receives personalized care within its licensed assisted living community that meets individual needs and supports individual abilities.
At this community, the understanding that no two residents are on the same journey shapes the approach to care. The team remains engaged and attentive, monitoring even the slightest changes. By promoting a healthy lifestyle through art and music therapies, exercise, nutrition, and collaboration with physicians, the community effectively addresses medical issues. At Ahava Memory Care, residents receive support that feels like family, showcasing a genuine passion for exceptional care.
Higher than the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%AHAVA Memory Care is legally operated by Jewish Home And Hospital For Aged At Pittsburgh.
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Pennsylvania state average. The score below shows how many points this facility sits above or below the typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence score (the benchmark); higher is better.
8 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)
Inspection score: 91 out of 100. Letter grade A-. 8 points above the Pennsylvania average for assisted living residences (83/100)
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 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.
Citations
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 14 | 63 | This facility has 78% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (14 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 78% better Rank #79 / 482 Total citations — State benchmarked This home is ranked 79th 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. |
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Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 2.8 | 12.6 | This facility has 78% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2.8 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 78% better |
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Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 2 | 5.7 | This facility has 65% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (2 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 65% better Rank #74 / 482 Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 74th 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
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 11 | This facility has 36% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (7 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 36% better |
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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 |
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Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 43% | 73% | This facility has 30 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (43% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 30% better Rank #49 / 482 Inspection citation rate — State benchmarked This home is ranked 49th 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
| This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
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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. |
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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 |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Building Type: 3-story
Pearl Averbach, LCSW, PCHA, serves as the Executive Director at Harry & Jeanette Weinberg Terrace. She brings a compassionate and professional approach to leadership, ensuring high-quality care and support for residents within the community.
5.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Pittsburgh's city center to AHAVA Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.33 miles to nearest hospital (Squirrel Hill Health Center)
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AHAVA Memory Care is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.
| Vincentian Schenley Gardens |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
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. | Pittsburgh (Hill District) | 164
Facility
164
PA AVG
95
Rank
#43 / 555 | Yes |
78
Facility
78
PA AVG
46
Rank
#89 / 668 | Vincentian De Marillac | 13 | 4
Facility
4
PA AVG
4
Rank
#301 / 482 | 53.8%
Facility
53.8%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#119 / 482 | 23
Facility
23
PA AVG
63
Rank
#139 / 482 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#59 / 482 | Non-Profit | 159
Facility
159
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#13 / 361 | 2.65 |
36.6%
Facility
36.6%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#472 / 485 | - | - |
| The Haven at North Hills Senior Residence |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Pittsburgh (Ivory Avenue) | 90
Facility
90
PA AVG
95
Rank
#254 / 555 | No |
34
Facility
34
PA AVG
46
Rank
#426 / 668 | The Haven At North Hills LLC | 9 | 2
Facility
2
PA AVG
4
Rank
#186 / 482 | 44.4%
Facility
44.4%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#62 / 482 | 11
Facility
11
PA AVG
63
Rank
#55 / 482 | 1.2
Facility
1.2
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#31 / 482 | Profit | 75
Facility
75
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#172 / 361 | 1.27 |
60.0%
Facility
60.0%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#330 / 485 | - | A+ |
| Brookdale Mt. Lebanon |
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. | Pittsburgh (Mcneilly Road) | 80
Facility
80
PA AVG
95
Rank
#297 / 555 | Yes |
53
Facility
53
PA AVG
46
Rank
#255 / 668 | Brookdale Living Communities Of Pennsylvania-Ml Inc | 9 | 0
Facility
0
PA AVG
4
Rank
#1 / 482 | 55.6%
Facility
55.6%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#123 / 482 | 22
Facility
22
PA AVG
63
Rank
#127 / 482 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#115 / 482 | Profit | 70
Facility
70
PA AVG
76.9
Rank
#182 / 361 | 1.40 | - | - | A+ |
| AHAVA Memory Care |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Pittsburgh (Squirrel Hill South) | 30
Facility
30
PA AVG
95
Rank
#538 / 555 | No |
52
Facility
52
PA AVG
46
Rank
#261 / 668 | Jewish Home And Hospital For Aged At Pittsburgh | 7 | 1
Facility
1
PA AVG
4
Rank
#110 / 482 | 42.9%
Facility
42.9%
PA AVG
72.7%
Rank
#49 / 482 | 14
Facility
14
PA AVG
63
Rank
#79 / 482 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
PA AVG
5.7
Rank
#74 / 482 | Non-Profit | - | - |
93.3%
Facility
93.3%
PA AVG
68.8%
Rank
#28 / 485 | - | - |
| Sunrise of Upper St. Clair |
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.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Pittsburgh (Beadling) | - | Yes |
56
Facility
56
PA AVG
46
Rank
#237 / 668 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | A- |
AHAVA Memory Care is in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh.
The legal owner and operator of AHAVA Memory Care is Jewish Home And Hospital For Aged At Pittsburgh.
AHAVA Memory Care has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to PA state health department records, AHAVA Memory Care's license number is 448580.
According to PA state health department records, AHAVA Memory Care's license expires on August 18, 2026.
AHAVA Memory Care's occupancy is 93%.
AHAVA Memory Care is registered as a non-profit in PA.
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