Personal Care at Phoebe Berks
Welcome to Village Commons and Village Gardens
Village Commons and Village Gardens
1 Reading Drive | Wernersville, PA 19565
Phoebe Berks offers two personal care neighborhoods for individuals requiring assistance with activities of daily living. Our compassionate staff provides just the right amount of support to foster independence and help older adults live their best lives.
Phoebe Berks Village Commons offers standard personal care, and Phoebe Berks Village Gardens provides the same level of standard personal care coupled with memory support services.
Personal Care Features
- 58 furnished studios (companion suites available for couples)
- Licensed nurse onsite 24 hours a day
- Home health care and physician services onsite
- Assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and medication management
- Three meals daily (individual dietary programs available)
- Secured building entry
- Other services and amenities
Memory Care Features
Village Gardens provides secure personal care with a specialized activity program for those who benefit from memory support services and need a moderate amount of assistance with activities of daily living. Through Montessori programming, we strive to engage residents’ strengths and interests in an environment designed for their success. No matter your or your loved one’s needs, we’re committed to making the senior years with us the best they can be.
- 31 furnished private rooms with personal showers positioned around a central common area
- Licensed nurse on duty 24 hours a day
- A home-like environment with three lounges, four sitting areas, personal memory boxes
- Family-centered activity program seven days a week, including evenings, featuring specialized Montessori programming
- Alzheimer’s Association designation for Memories in the Making, a watercolor painting program
- Red plate dining program, proven to increase food intake
- Access to onsite rehabilitation services
- Monthly Alzheimer’s Association support group on site for families and loved ones
- State-of-the-art memory table from Tovertafel
- Other services and amenities
Licensure
Phoebe Berks personal care residences are licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.
FAQs - Life Plan Communities
Q. What is a Life Plan community?
A. A Life Plan Community is a place where you can live independently today, with the confidence that future care — such as personal care, memory support, or skilled nursing — is available if and when you need it.
It’s designed for people who want to plan ahead, stay independent longer, and avoid making rushed decisions later in life.
Phoebe Berks Village does require an initial investment to become a resident, although there is a fee-for-service option available. The amount of the entrance fee depends on the size of the unit selected.
Q. How is a Life Plan Community different from traditional senior living?
A. Traditional senior living often requires multiple moves as needs change. A Life Plan Community allows you to age in place, with access to higher levels of care on the same campus.
The biggest difference is peace of mind — knowing your future care needs are planned for, even if you’re healthy and active today.
Q. What does a Type C Life Plan contract mean?
A. A Type C Life Plan contract provides:
- Independent living today
- Guaranteed access to higher levels of care if needed
- Care provided at the then-current market rate
Many people choose Type C because it offers flexibility, planning security, and lower upfront cost compared to other contract types.
Q. Why would someone choose a Life Plan Community if they’re healthy?
A. Because the best time to plan is before a crisis.
People who move earlier:
- Have more choices
- Settle in more easily
- Build community and friendships
- Avoid rushed decisions during stressful moments
Life Plan living is about maintaining independence, not giving it up.
Q. How do I know if Life Plan living is right for me?
A. That’s exactly what this education process is for.
Most people start by:
- Learning the basics
- Asking questions
- Talking with family
- Exploring options at their own pace
There’s no pressure to decide — just information to help you make the right decision for you.
Fees and Payment
Private pay is generally the payment method for personal care services. For more detailed pricing information, call 610-927-8183 or email us for an information packet.
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Nicole Spidale
Sales Advisor
Phone: 610-927-8171
Fax: 610-927-8405
Email: [email protected]
Brandy Drago
Sales Associate
Phone: 610-927-8559
E-mail: [email protected]
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