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COVID-19 Second Booster Dose
The CDC recently released a recommendation for a second COVID-19 booster dose for certain persons. Specifically, a second mRNA booster dose could benefit people ages 50 years and older, as they are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. People ages 50 years and older may choose to receive a second booster dose, if it has been at least 4 months after the first booster. We recommend that appropriate residents receive their second booster dose. The COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna) are available. Please let your physician or nurse know right away if you or your loved one would like to receive the second booster.
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The Belvedere
2507 Chestnut Street, Chester, PA 19013
Awards and Affiliations
The Belvedere is a skilled nursing facility offering post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term and respite care. We also offer a memory support unit for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurances. Our staff is dedicated to serving the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from illness or injury. The Belvedere is VA contracted!
Dementia Care Education by Genesis HealthCare is recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association® for incorporating the evidenced-based Dementia Care Practice Recommendations in the following topic areas: Alzheimer’s and dementia, person-centered care, assessment and care planning, activities of daily living, and behaviors and communication.
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Services
- ShortStay care
- LongTerm care
- Memory Support
- Respite care
- Rehabilitation therapy
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation - including joint replacement, injuries and amputation
- VA Contracted
- On-site Medical Director
- On-site Nurse Practitioner
- Attending Physicians
- Registered Nurses
- IV Therapy
- Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
- Colostomy care
- Dementia care
- Dental care
- Personal care
- Podiatry care
- Psychiatric services
- Vision care
- Wound care
- Hospice care
- Pain management
- Case management
- Dietary and nutrition needs management
- Discharge planning
- Individual treatment plans
- Medication management
- 24-hour emergency alert and response system
- Coordinated transportation
- Cultural, educational, religious and social activities
- Recreation activities
- Interpreter services
- Vitality to You
Amenities
- Private and Semi-Private Rooms
- Individual climate control
- Activity room
- Wellness programs
- Beautiful Garden(s) / Courtyard(s)
- Conveniently Located
- Suburban setting
- Beauty Salon / Barber Services
- Cable Television
- Café with always available menu options
- Comfortable common and lounge areas to gather with friends and family
- Dining Room
- In-room dining options
- Alarm system to aid in the security of residents with cognitive deficits
- Complimentary laundry facility on-site
- Computer with internet access
- Housekeeping
- Mail and Newspaper Service
- Pets Permitted
- Phone service
- Telephone
- Wireless Internet
- Smoke free environment
- Upgraded linens and bath towels available
Joseph Bewley
AdministratorJoseph is the Administrator at The Belvedere.
William S. Zirker, M.D., M.P.H, CMD, FACP
Medical DirectorDr. Zirker has been the medical director of the Belvedere for the past 20 years. Dr. Zirker is board certified in internal medicine, geriatric medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. He serves as the Chief of Geriatric Medicine at Crozer Chester Medical Center and Program Director of the Temple University/Crozer geriatric medicine fellowship. Dr. Zirker is a Professor of Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Clinical Professor of Medicine at Drexel University School of Medicine. His career and interests are in providing excellent patient care, program development, administration, teaching and research in geriatric medicine. He and his family live in Delaware county and are active in supporting the community and growing the geriatric programs throughout the county.
Sandy Green, RN
Director of NursingSandy attended Albert Einstein Medical Center School of Nursing and she has been with Genesis for 26 years. She continues to put all her passions into helping others. She is a leader that strives for caring and helping residents.
Victoria Velasco
Director of Marketing & AdmissionsVictoria is the Director of Marketing & Admissions at The Belvedere.
