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 16/11/2026.

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 in Kittanning, PA. It offers a family-oriented environment with private rooms and home-cooked meals. The facility has been in operation since 1983 and provides various personal care services to its residents.

(724) 548-7409

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 residents per home in Pennsylvania 103 per day

Facility TypePersonal Care Homes

StatusLicensed

Expiration16/11/2026

CountyArmstrong

License Number426610

Owner NameRivercliff Terrace Inc

Profit StatusProfit

26 Total Daily Staff

20 Waking Staff

0 Resident Support Staff

26 Residents Served

0 Current Residents

Dining Room

Beauty Shop

Outdoor Porches

Common Areas For Activities

Specific ProgramsPersonal care services, home-cooked meals, laundry, assistance with personal care needs, medication distribution.

Operating 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

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 Approved exemptions from specific state staffing or credential rules.
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.

Metric	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 nursing home (12 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 81% better
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 nursing home (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 nursing home (2.4 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 58% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Metric	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 nursing home (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 nursing home (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 nursing home (60% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 13% better

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

Metric	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 nursing home (1 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 75% better
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 nursing home (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 most recent inspection on September 20, 2024, identified two deficiencies related to oxygen tank storage and freezer temperatures, both of which were promptly addressed. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of some facility maintenance and medication management issues, including a non-skid surface deficiency in 2022 and multiple documentation and safety concerns in 2021. Complaint investigations were unsubstantiated, with no deficiencies found during the January 2021 complaint inspection. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s record shows some recurring issues but also corrective actions and improvements over time.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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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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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 16/11/2026.

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.