The Willow, an Inspirit Senior Living Community
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What this means for your family
The Willow offers a lovely, home-like environment with standout frontline caregivers who many families find deeply caring. However, you should proceed with caution regarding management and billing, as multiple families have reported issues with transparency, rising costs, and administrative unresponsiveness.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
31 reviews analyzed“Families often praise The Willow for its warm, homey atmosphere and the kindness of specific staff members like Wendy and Krystal. However, there are serious, recurring allegations regarding management professionalism, high pricing, and inconsistent care quality. While some residents find it a wonderful permanent home, others have reported significant issues with medication errors and lack of oversight.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm and homey atmosphere
- Friendly and caring frontline staff
- Clean and bright facility
- Beautiful scenic location
Concerns
- Management professionalism and communication (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- High pricing and cost increases (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Inconsistency in care quality (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1We love how bright and scenic the grounds look; what are some of the favorite outdoor spots or garden areas for residents to enjoy?
- 2How does the care team ensure that medication schedules are followed accurately and consistently every single day?
- 3What is the best way for family members to stay in regular contact with the management team regarding updates on our loved one?
- 4Could you walk us through the specific protocols the staff follows if a medical emergency occurs during the night?
- 5We noticed the staff seems very warm and friendly; how do you foster that homey atmosphere during daily group activities?
- 6As we plan for the long term, how do you handle changes in care needs or adjustments to the monthly service costs?
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Key Review Excerpts
“After a week of adjusting to the idea of no longer living in her own home anymore, she said "It feels like home!" The staff has been great to her.”
“the facility and the staff have been wonderful and met all my expectations. they put up with me and my family taking three tours and Wendy - my main contact there has always had a personal touch”
“The Willow is a very warm and homey place for my mother. The care is excellent!”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: PA State Licensing Agency
Key Findings
Between 2021 and 2025, The Willow underwent 37 inspections, resulting in 8 clean reports and 71 recorded violations. Documented findings include issues related to medication reporting, staffing levels, and the timely completion of resident medical evaluations and administrative tasks.
Sep 3, 2025Routine
A resident reported missing belongings, but the incident was not reported to the department within the required timeframe.
A resident's most recent medical evaluation was not completed at least annually.
The home failed to follow prescriber orders when a resident was administered 23 units of insulin instead of the prescribed 34 units.
Jun 18, 2025Routine
Failure to implement procedures for safe medication storage and use, including unavailable PRN medications and discrepancies between glucometer readings and medication administration records.
Medication administration records did not include the initials of the staff person who administered insulin at 12 P.M.
Failure to follow prescriber's orders regarding insulin sliding scale administration based on blood glucose readings.
Apr 16, 2025Routine
An incident report was not submitted to the Department regarding a medication error where a resident's daily medication was unavailable.
A computer on the medication cart was left unlocked and unattended, making resident private information accessible.
A resident's contract had not been signed by the resident at the time of inspection.
Feb 12, 2025Routine
The licensing inspection summaries dated 10/24/24 and 3/7/24 were not posted in a conspicuous and public place.
Dec 12, 2024Routine
The resident's support plan was not updated to include newly identified needs following a change in care level from C to E++.
Oct 24, 2024Routine
A resident's most recent annual documented medical evaluation was completed on 4-22-23.
Three staff members administered medications without having successfully completed the Department-approved medications administration course.
A resident's most recent annual support plan was completed on 4-26-23, exceeding the required revision timeline.
The resident's support plan failed to document specific behaviors, such as removing hearing aids and toileting needs, and the home's plan to address them.
Mar 7, 2024Routine
A staff person made a disrespectful remark to a resident, causing the resident to become upset.
A resident's insulin pen was not dated and initialed when it was opened for use.
The facility did not have a resident's prescribed PRN medication on hand for administration.
Support plans for residents using bed enabler bars failed to document the specific need, intended use, and associated risks of the device.
Jan 17, 2024Routine
Large kitchen trash container was uncovered and a medium trash container lacked a lid.
The large baking oven in the kitchen had a broken off turn knob.
A large plastic canister containing sugar did not close properly due to a broken hinge.
A cardboard box containing rotting bananas was found on a kitchen shelf, attracting fruit flies.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Inspirit Macungie Operator LLC
for profit
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