South Western Veterans Center
South Western Veterans Center is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
South Western Veterans Center is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
South Western Veterans Center
South Western Veterans Center is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
South Western Veterans Center is a Nursing Home in Pennsylvania
The South Western Veterans Center is where patriotism and Pittsburgh lifestyle finds its balance. Nestled away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the veterans nursing home can find a new meaning of a quiet and peaceful way of life. Camaraderie is found in the atmosphere of the community; found in how management and staff honor the American Heroes. At SWVC, seniors maintain an active and enjoyable lifestyle in a restful new home.
SWVC living is simple and easy– residents are able to have a stress-free everyday living. There’s a lot in store for seniors, but to name a few of their highlighted services and amenities include pharmacy services, medical services, and 24-hour nursing care. Residents are given fully-furnished bedrooms, enjoy leisure and spiritual activities, take part in therapy, and enjoy meals prepared by a dietician.
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7060 Highland Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and Department of Health.Compare Nursing Homes around Pittsburgh
Reformed Presbyterian Home
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Pittsburgh
58
No
A+
50
MENEELY, LORRIE
95.0%
$8,486,539.00
$3,112,425.00
36.7%
51.10
3/5
4.8008
3/5
5/5
1/5
1
Canterbury Place
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Pittsburgh
115
No
A+
93
UPMC
95.9%
$18,653,485.00
$6,364,802.00
34.1%
110.80
2/5
4.3249
2/5
4/5
2/5
-
Marian Manor
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Pittsburgh
175
No
-
27
#N/A
-
$14,991,900.00
$5,142,619.00
34.3%
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Little Sisters of the Poor
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
24/7 care needed
Pittsburgh
48
No
-
46
MCCANLESS, CLAIRE
58.3%
-
-
-
42.70
2/5
6.7240
1/5
5/5
2/5
1
South Western Veterans Center
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Pittsburgh
-
No
-
5
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
234
Total Staff
160
Employees
74
Contractors
82,590
Total Hours (Quarter)
105
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 43 | 8.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 39 | 9.1 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 97 | 9.2 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
3 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
183 staff
9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
12 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
14 staff
6.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
13 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
5 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
25.1%
of total hours from contractors
20,771 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 38
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Feeding Assistant: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Licensed Practical Nurse: 14
Dental Services Staff: 1
Other Physician: 2
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 38 | 97 | 34,937 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 43 | 0 | 43 | 16,503 | 91 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 25 | 14 | 39 | 14,054 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 13 | 0 | 13 | 5,246 | 91 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 2 | 9 | 4,066 | 90 | 99% | 8.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,364 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 923 | 63 | 69% | 7.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 891 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 848 | 63 | 69% | 8.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 825 | 65 | 71% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 464 | 66 | 73% | 4.7 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 427 | 49 | 54% | 8.7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 383 | 51 | 56% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 380 | 64 | 70% | 5.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 371 | 63 | 69% | 5.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 345 | 62 | 68% | 4.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 315 | 62 | 68% | 5.1 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 145 | 18 | 20% | 8 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 59 | 17 | 19% | 3.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 25 | 10 | 11% | 2.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 5 | 5% | 4.1 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jun 2023 – Apr 2025)
5
Inspections
30
Total Citations
1
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
6
Citations/Inspection
Apr 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
10
33% of total
Resident Rights
8
27% of total
Infection Control
1
3% of total
Administration
1
3% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
3% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
24
Complaint Investigations
7
State Comparison (PA)
Avg Citations (State)
31.3
This Facility: 30
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 1
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Nursing Services | F0730 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0698 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0699 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0622 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Apr 25, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0625 | Corrected |
| May 10, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| May 10, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| May 10, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| May 10, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0698 | Corrected |
| May 10, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| May 10, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0573 | Corrected |
| Jan 06, 2024 | D | Administration | F0835 | Corrected |
| Jan 06, 2024 | D | Nursing Services | F0725 | Corrected |
| Jan 06, 2024 | J | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Nov 28, 2023 | E | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Nov 28, 2023 | D | Resident Rights | F0550 | Corrected |
| Nov 28, 2023 | E | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: State Government
Part of: Dept. of Miliatary and Veterans Affair
Resident Census by Payment Source
162
Total Residents
Medicaid
44
(27.2%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
118
(72.8%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
40
Total Specialty Beds
40
Alzheimer's / Dementia Beds ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community HealthChoices (CHC)
PA Medicaid CHC
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- PA Specifics: Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies by region).
- Asset Limits: $8,000 (individual).
- PA Specifics: Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.
- Services: 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)
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, 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.
- PA Specifics: 16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- PA Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Pennsylvania LIHEAP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, PA resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.
- PA Specifics: Cash grants and crisis aid; serves ~600,000 households annually.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program
Official government program page
- 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.
- PA Specifics: High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), supplies (~$2,000/year), caregiver training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Pennsylvania SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, PA resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- PA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
- PA Specifics: High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+, 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.
- PA Specifics: Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.
- Services: Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Pennsylvania SFMNP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, PA resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- PA Specifics: Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Pennsylvania Seniors
PA Medicaid CHC
Community HealthChoices (CHC)
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
PA Specifics:Managed care model; high urban demand (e.g., Philadelphia, Pittsburgh).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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.).
PA OPTIONS
Pennsylvania OPTIONS Program
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Pennsylvania resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (individual, varies by region).
- Asset Limits:$8,000 (individual).
- PA Specifics:Cost-sharing required above certain income; rural/urban balance.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$70/day), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Pennsylvania LIFE (PACE)
Living Independence for the Elderly (LIFE)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, 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.
- PA Specifics:16 providers in 25 counties (e.g., Allegheny, Luzerne); LIFE branding unique to PA.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, respite, therapies.
Pennsylvania Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
- PA Specifics:Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Pennsylvania LIHEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, PA resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; income-focused.
- PA Specifics:Cash grants and crisis aid; serves ~600,000 households annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Pennsylvania Family Caregiver Support Program
Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)
Requirements:
- 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.
- PA Specifics:High demand; includes grandparent caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), supplies (~$2,000/year), caregiver training.
Pennsylvania SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, PA resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- PA Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Pennsylvania VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
- PA Specifics:High veteran population; supports rural/urban care needs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program
Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program (PTRR)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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.
- PA Specifics:Rebates up to $1,000; ~600,000 eligible annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Rebates ($250-$1,000 based on income; e.g., $1,000 if income < $8,000).
Pennsylvania SFMNP
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, PA resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,322/month (individual, 185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- PA Specifics:Vouchers (~$50/season) via 52 AAAs; serves ~200,000 annually.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Vouchers (~$50/season) for fresh produce at approved markets.
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