Residents and families frequently describe staff as kind, caring, and professional.
A lot of reviews focus on the day-to-day treatment from staff, with families saying caregivers are supportive, respectful, and knowledgeable. Several also mention communication with updates and responsiveness when concerns are raised. Even within mixed reviews, some commenters describe specific staff members or disciplines as providing quality help during rehab and care.
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Call response and staffing gaps
Some residents experience slow or inadequate help when they need assistance.
Multiple reviews raise concerns about staffing and response times, including long waits for help after using call buttons. Some families describe being unable to get timely bathroom assistance or pain care, and others describe night coverage as a problem. One review also notes missed calls or unanswered nurse lines, suggesting communication can fall through when families reach out.
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Cleanliness and odors come up
Reviews are split on cleanliness, with several describing strong unpleasant odors.
Some families praise cleanliness, describing a facility they see as clean and well kept during visits. Other reviews are much harsher, repeatedly citing an odor on entry and dirty rooms or bathrooms. Taken together, the feedback suggests cleanliness is inconsistent depending on unit timing and coverage.
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Food quality is a recurring topic
Dining reviews range from good to complaints about meals and preparation.
A few reviews say food looked good or that residents were eating fine. However, several others complain about poor meal quality and missing items, and one specifically calls out powdered eggs or other poor breakfast items. There are also comments about how meals are served and whether meals match what families expected.
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Billing and added charges
Some families report billing problems and unexpected charges.
Several critical reviews focus on finances, including concerns about bills after discharge decisions and additional charges from the business office. Other feedback includes worries about transport costs and how payments or rent issues were handled. Overall, these comments frame affordability as a concern that needs clearer communication before services are used.
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Activities help residents stay engaged
Organized resident activities are frequently mentioned in positive reviews.
Many reviews describe the community as offering structured activities, with residents participating in programs and events. Families also mention recreation and activity staff as dedicated, and some point to parties and resident-centered scheduling. This lines up with the community offering planned daily activities and resident-run options.
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Features
Housing
198 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Harrisburg International (7 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
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198 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Harrisburg International (7 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Peaceful, convenient location with abundant nearby amenities (dining, parks, healthcare, worship, entertainment).
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