Interacting Services

Ohio Department of Aging gives Pleasantview an A-plus in resident satisfaction. Pleasantview Care Center has been rated significantly higher than the Ohio statewide average in recent resident satisfaction reports. These rating were determined through interviews with our residents, by independent agencies and by the Ohio Department of Aging.
Pleasantview Care Center offers a wide range of interacting services all designed to help coordinate the special needs of each of our residents.

General Services

  • Gourmet dining. Our specially trained kitchen staff prepares three delicious meals a day. Alternate choices are always available and in addition to our standard entrees, Pleasantview chefs often include popular ethnic choices.
  • Special Diets. Need a special diet? No problem, our highly trained chefs can make even the most restrictive diet yummy and nutritious.
  • 24 hour snacks. A variety of wholesome snacks are available at any time.
  • Beauty and barber services. To keep our residents looking beautiful (and handsome) we have a beauty shop and barber shop on site.
  • Eye, dental, and other services. No need to go out into the cold, Pleasantview offers dentistry, optometry, podiatry, x-ray, lab and pharmacy services on site.
  • 24 hour RNs on site. At Pleasantview, there is a full time nurse practitioner on site 5 days a week, and RNs on site 24 hours. a day, 7 days a week.
  • Physicians are always on call.
  • Psychological Services. We offer psychological and psychiatric support services and our staff psychiatrist visits residents on-site weekly.
  • Social services. We have full time, licensed social workers on site daily, who provide a wide range of services including discharge planning, answering questions on medicare, medicaid, hospice, and many other social services.

    Personal Assistance

    At Pleasantview Care Center, we realize that each resident is an individual with unique needs and preferences. To meet these needs, we meet with each resident and their family to conduct an assessment of the types of personal assistance they will need. These needs commonly include:
    • Personal hygiene and grooming
    • Dressing and clothes selection
    • Medication management
    • Continence management
    • Showering and bathing
    • Socializing with others and participating in activities
    • Help walking or otherwise getting around
    • Help transferring from bed, wheelchair, walker, chair, etc.
    • Safety monitoring
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    At Pleasantview, we make sure everyone can participate in our many activities-and have a great hat to wear!

    Medical Services

    The highly trained staff at Pleasantview Care Center allows us to deliver many of the services normally available only in a hospital. Our 24 hour registered nursing coverage assures immediate, highly skilled, emergency care no matter what the time or day.
    Our skilled nursing services include:
    • Advanced wound care
    • Complex IV services
    • Pain management
    • Post-surgical care
    • Comprehensive care planning
    • Total eternal nutrition
    • Infectious disease care
    • Oncology care
    • Peritoneal dialysis
    • Stroke rehabilitation
    • Respite care
    • COPD and pneumonia
    Hospice care update:
    Of interest to our Catholic Residents, Crossroads Hospice (one of the hospices we use at Pleasantview Care Center), has hired a new Catholic chaplain - Sister Donna. For those that seek solace within their Catholic faith, Sister Donna is a very welcome addition.

    Attending Physicians

    The highly trained staff at Pleasantview Care Center, including physicians , nurse practitioners, nurses, therapists, and support staff, allows us to deliver many of the services normally available only in a hospital. Our 24 hour registered nursing coverage, assures immediate, highly skilled, emergency care no matter what the time or day.

    Below is a list of our Attending physicians, as well as our Speciality Physicians
    Attending Physicians at Pleasantview Care Center
    Dr. Thomas Mandat MD
    Dr. Kourosh Saghafi, DO
    Dr. Michael Laluk MD
    Dr. Ibrahim Bshara MD
    Dr. Nader Roheny, MD
    Dr. Phillip Gigliotti, MD
    Dr Orest Stecyk, MD
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    I rest so much better knowing there is always a trained medical person available to check up on me.
    Speciality Physicians available on site at Pleasantview Care Center
    INFECTIOUS DISEASE
    Anita Bhalla, MD
    DENTIST
    Donald Thaler, DDS
    PSYCHIATRIST
    Daniel Polster, MD
    PSYCHOLOGIST
    Gabriel Somarriba, PhD
    OPTICIAN
    Mark Davis, OD
    PODIATRIST
    Richard Warn, DPM
    Jeffery Halpert DPM
    CARDIOLOGIST
    James Ramicone, DO
    PULMONARY DISEASE
    Basel Altaqi, MD
    Gregory Hickey, DO
    Basam Haddad, MD

    Call Admissions directly to schedule a tour at 440-887-4204

    Rehabilitation Services

    Pleasantview is committed to providing the highest level of care possible to those needing rehabilitation services through Therapy in Motion LLC, a local, therapist owned and operated, Medicare/Medicaid certified therapy company. They are a leading provider of rehabilitative services in Ohio with over 20 years of combined experience.
    Therapy in Motion at Pleasantview Care Center provides therapy services for all stages of life in a variety of settings including
    • Physical Therapy
    • Occupational Therapy
    • Speech Language Pathology
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    Therapy in Motion allows us to provide Rehabilitation Services after discharge

    Because Therapy in Motion is a separate company, they are able to follow residents home after they are discharged. Many residents choose to work with the same therapist they have been working with at Pleasantview.
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    Bean ball toss is a favorite game/ exercise and Mary is getting really good at it.

    More about our Therapy Services
    • We provide evaluations, treatment and education for individuals with a wide range of disorders including neurological disorders, post-surgical procedures, chronic pain syndromes, musculoskeletal injuries, work related injuries and speech and swallowing difficulties.
    • Each rehabilitation program is customized to meet the individual's specific needs.
    • For those at risk for falls and injury, we offer a therapeutic program focusing on posture, strength, balance and coordination to help reduce the likelihood of falling and serious injury.
    • To keep therapy fun, we employ a variety of games and group activities including ball games, chair exercises and Wii.
    • We administer modified barium swallows on site.
    • In order to ensure safe going home instructions, we provide home evaluations to identify potential problem areas.
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    Veronica's therapist helps perfect her bean ball form. Watch out Mary, the competition is getting tougher!

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    Veteran's Services

    Pleasantview Care Center can help you coordinate VA services
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    Our Pleasantview VA coordinators are experts at helping our residents coordinate VA services such as transportation, special care needs, doctor appointments etc.

    In addition to the Wade Park, Louis Stokes VA Medical center, veterans can also receive services at the conveniently located Parma Veterans facility.
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    Louis Stokes VA Cleveland VA Medical Center:
    http://www.cleveland.va.gov/
    Parma Department of Veterans affairs:
    http://www.cleveland.va.gov/locations/Parma.asp

    Call Admissions directly to schedule a tour at 440-887-4204

    Help for veterans applying for the Aid and Assistance Benefit Program.
    If it is found that you or your spouse are medically qualified to live at Pleasantview Care Center or Legacy Place Parma, you may be eligible for a VA Aid and Assistance pension. While we can not help you with filing for benefits, our experienced VA coordinators can point you to a number of community resources and experts for in depth information and assistance.
    We are a family owned and operated Healthcare Center offering skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, intermediate care, hospice, respite and assisted living.

    At Pleasantview Care Center we offer a complete range of rehabilitation, I-V therapies, TPN, peritoneal dialysis and wound care services. Our assisted living home, Legacy Place Parma, offers full service accommodations for independent seniors as well as those needing personalized nursing care.
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    At Pleasantview, we know how important is to be able to do the things you love, whether it's fishing in a quiet river or just enjoying the fresh smells of spring.
    How do I get started with my VA benefits?
    Nursing Home Care
    To determine if you qualify for VA benefits and you are currently admitted as a patient in a hospital, please discuss your VA benefit eligibility with your hospital social worker or case manager.
    Assisted Living
    Legacy Place, our assisted living home features 61 apartments with full service accommodations. Included in your room and board charges are housekeeping, laundry done on-site, three meals served daily in our dining room, activities and outings, as well as transportation to doctor appointments within our service area. Telephone, utilities and property taxes are also included in the room and board rate. Should you need assistance with nursing or personal care, additional charges would be made.

    As a Veteran you may be entitled to an Aid and Attendance benefit through your VA pension benefit. A spouse may also be eligible for this benefit. We will be happy to refer you to sources in the community who can help you apply for these benefits. Please call Mary Hopkins, Assistant Administrator at Pleasantview Care Center/Legacy Place Parma for assistance. Her number is 440-887-4202.
    For local assistance in completing these forms you may contact:

    Col. John C. Murphy
    Cuyahoga County Veterans Service Commission
    Phone: 216-698-2600
    There is no charge for this service, if completed through the Cuyahoga County
    Veterans Service Commission.
    You may also want to contact:

    Veterans Financial, Inc.
    1-800-835-1541
    Eldercare Attorney Services:
    An attorney can also assist you in completing these forms. There is often a charge associated with these services. You may already have an attorney who can help. If not, below are some local attorneys who specialize in eldercare law, who have helped our residents in the past.
    For more information, or to send a referral to a community resource for assistance, please contact:

    Mary Hopkins
    Assistant Administrator
    Phone: 440-845-0200
    Fax: 440-845-8037
    email: mhopkins@lhshealth.com
    Pleasantview Caters to Veterans with special events and programs
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    Dick Ambrose signing autographs during a visit to Legacy / Pleasantview.
    Veteran salute — Medication management in Parma, OH
    Every year, Pleasantview has a special ceremony to honor our many veterans.
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    Browns training camp is always a favorite of our Legacy and Pleasantview veterans.

    Social Services

    At Pleasantview, our full time, licensed Social Workers and other social services staff members are always available to help residents and members of our community in any way they can. Below are a few of the services we provide:
    • Medicaid Liaison. Are you eligible for medicaid? What are the requirements? Do you need help filling out the forms? Pleasantview social workers will help you locate the documentation you need, and help you fill out the paperwork.
    • Help filling out other medical and legal forms. Do you have a signed Power of Attorney? A Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form? An Advanced Directive? If you do not, we can help you fill out the forms and have them notarized if necessary.
    • Help with providing discharge planning to home or to Legacy Place Parma, our assisted living facility. Many of our short term rehab residents choose to move to our assisted living after they have completed rehab. Fully furnished apartments with 24-hour nursing supervision and care are available for your added convenience. Please call 440-877-4204 for further information.
    Social workers — Medication management in Parma, OH

    Call Admissions directly to schedule a tour at 440-887-4204

    Amenities

    At Pleasantview Care Center, we work hard to provide all of the amenities that make living here safe, comfortable and enjoyable.

    • Wheelchair accessible. All of our areas are wheelchair accessible, and residents are encouraged to move about, visit with friends or participate in our many activities.
    • Outdoor patio. Our lovely outdoor patio is perfect for sharing time with visitors, planting flowers, or just enjoying the waterfall and listening to the birds sing.
    • Comfortable, familiar living environment. We encourage residents to bring their favorite lounge chair, dresser, photos or other personal items with them.
    • Emergency Call service. Help at Pleasantview Care Center is always just a minute away.
    • State of the art security systems. All areas have security, smoke alarm, fire safety and sprinkler systems.
    • Smoking area. For residents that smoke, we offer a comfortable, designated smoking area.
    • Many room and apartment choices. Accommodations include newly remodeled private and semi-private rooms with private bathrooms. Many include showers with pocket doors.
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    No need to give up the things you love. Our patio was specially designed to accommodate those with special needs.

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    Activities

    The activities program at Pleasantview was designed to help our residents feel happy and comfortable in their new environment. Our activities department makes sure there are interesting things to do everyday - including weekends.

    Full Time Activities Director

    Pleasantview offers a diverse and stimulating range of activities designed to enhance and encourage each resident’s individual independence and enjoyment of life. Below are a few of our most popular activities.
    • Art therapy
    • Music therapy
    • Bingo, cards, board games
    • Weekly entertainment and socials
    • Religious services - Catholic Mass and rosary, gospel hour, prayer groups, etc.
    • Learning and recreational activities based on residents interests
      • Exercise routines specifically designed for joint and arthritis pain
      • Visits by organizations within the community
      • Intergenerational programs - Parma schools, girl scouts, boy scouts, etc.
      • Lunch bunch - a group of residents that gets together once a month to plan and prepare a favorite meal.
      • Resident outings to local restaurants and shopping. Favorite stops - Red Lobster, Olive Garden, Marc's and the Dollar Stores.
      Visit our new Activities Gallery to see some of the fun things we have been doing lately!

      Call Admissions directly to schedule a tour at 440-887-4204