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Ridgecrest of McCandless

4.4 (129 reviews)

Pittsburgh, PA

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About this community

Ridgecrest of McCandless in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania offers personal care, memory care and short-term respite stays. Personal care assists with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication management, with associates available around the clock. Memory care supports residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Apartments are offered in several floor plans.

Shared amenities include a bistro café, dining room, fitness center, hair salon, pool and bocce court. A courtyard and patio provide outdoor gathering spaces, while a pub and private dining area offer additional places to meet. The community describes walks, art classes, music, games and seasonal events. Its North Hills location is near McCandless Crossing and North Park.

Starting at
$4,395/mo
Care options
2 available
Take a look
47 photos
Community reviews
129

Key amenities

Dining

Meal preparation and service

Pool & outdoor spaces

Garden

Fitness & wellness

Fitness programs

Housekeeping

Housekeeping and linen services

Transportation

Community operated transportation

Social activities

Community-sponsored activities

Staff & support

12-16 hour nursing

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  • 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Air-conditioning
  • Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers
  • Beauty salon
  • Cable
  • Community operated transportation
  • Community-sponsored activities
  • Computer center
  • Concierge services
  • Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet
  • Dining room
  • Fitness programs
  • Fitness room
  • Fully furnished
  • Gaming room
  • Garden
  • Hospice waiver
  • Housekeeping and linen services
  • Kitchenettes
  • Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management
  • Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment
  • Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly
  • Planned day trips
  • Private bathrooms
  • Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities
  • Small library
  • Spa
  • Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming
  • Swimming pool
  • Telephone
  • Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments
  • Wellness center
  • Wifi

Care options available

Assisted Living

Support with everyday routines and personal care in a community setting.

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Memory Care

Specialized support for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.

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Pricing & residences

Monthly rates starting at

$4,395 / month

Rates and availability can change. Ask the community for a personalized quote and details about included services.

Listed monthly residence rates
Residence Monthly rate
Studio $4,395
One bedroom $4,795
Two bedrooms $5,195
Residence $5,225
Shared room $7,495

Resident & family reviews

4.4 · 129 reviews

I can’t say enough positive things about this facility especially the memory care unit. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the warmth, compassion, and genuine dedication of all of the staff. This team consistently goes above and beyond. Special recognition goes to the director, Karli, whose leadership clearly sets the tone for the entire unit. She is approachable, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to both residents and their families. Karli is always willing to listen, problem-solve, and ensure that each resident receives the highest quality of care

My sisters and I could not have been more pleased with the facilities, the personnel, and the community of residents as our father transitioned from his hometown to Ridgecrest of McCandless. His apartment is incredibly lovely and perfectly sized for his needs, the staff and personal aides work tirelessly to ensure that he feels safe and continues to function with as much independence as possible for as long as possible, and the community of residents are warm, engaging, and all immediately made him feel at home. Our family - and specifically my father - could not be more pleased with how…

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My sisters and I could not have been more pleased with the facilities, the personnel, and the community of residents as our father transitioned from his hometown to Ridgecrest of McCandless. His apartment is incredibly lovely and perfectly sized for his needs, the staff and personal aides work tirelessly to ensure that he feels safe and continues to function with as much independence as possible for as long as possible, and the community of residents are warm, engaging, and all immediately made him feel at home. Our family - and specifically my father - could not be more pleased with how things worked out. We look forward to visiting him at Ridgecrest for many years to come.

Choosing the Ridgecrest community for our father was the best decision my sibblings and I could have made. The team is professional, compassionate, and incredibly communicative. The facility is clean, bright, and full of life, but it’s the staff that truly makes it special. They go above and beyond to ensure our father is comfortable, active, and well-cared for. We are so grateful. We have a peace of mind knowing he is in such great hands. Highly recommended!

More recent reviews

Great community and beautiful building!!!

Think twice b4 you send your love ones to this old age prison. First, the food is worse than any hospital food you ever had. Second, if your love ones need help with personal routine (bathroom care & shower they have to sit until they find the time. When they do show up the clean up is terrible. My advise keep looking if you love your parents.

I moved my Dad here and he has become more social than before! He has made new friends and enjoys the happy hour they offer! He said the food is delicious! I’m so happy we made the right choice with his placement!

Staff is doing an outstanding job taking care of my mom. Thank you so much! Gary P.

I can’t say enough good things about this community. We moved my aunt in a little over a year ago and she has done nothing but succeed. She was using a wheel chair when she first moved in and after weeks of using their in house therapist, she is now using a walker. She has more friends and more of a social life that she or I ever thought she would ever have. From the staff who treat her and my entire family like their own family, to the activities and the great food, we couldn’t ask for more. I highly recommend everything about this community!!

Location & neighborhood

8870 Duncan Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
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