Shippensburg Health Care Center is a nursing home community in Shippensburg, PA.
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Shippensburg Health Care Center in Shippensburg, PA
Save121 Walnut Bottom Road, Shippensburg, PA 17257
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents and families often describe the building as clean and well kept.
A recurring theme across reviews is that the facility feels clean and freshly maintained. Several people specifically mention cleanliness in the rooms and throughout the building, and a few note that it does not have unpleasant odors. More than one reviewer also points to housekeeping keeping things in order.
Many reviews highlight staff who are friendly, caring, and willing to help.
The most consistent day-to-day feedback centers on how residents and families experience the staff. Multiple reviews describe staff as compassionate, personable, and professional when helping with care and transitions. Several reviewers also mention that staff are welcoming and that families feel supported when questions or needs come up.
Families frequently mention being kept informed about care and health changes.
Many reviewers say communication was a strong point, especially when something medically changes. Several describe getting phone calls or updates, and one mentions quarterly in-person updates on a resident’s health. A few also describe staff keeping emergency contacts and POAs informed about status changes and follow-up care.
Reviews often speak positively about the quality and regularity of meals.
Dining comes up as a point of comfort for some families and residents. A reviewer describes meals as generous and appearing homemade, and another says the resident received three great meals a day. One mixed review notes that the dining setup felt basic, with meals often happening in rooms rather than a more recreation-focused space.
Residents and families often mention daily activities and outings.
Several reviews describe meaningful activity programming, including daily activities and entertainment, and one notes resident events posted online. A few reviewers also mention pets visiting and games or musical entertainment as part of the routine. However, one review raises an issue with an activity director not following up after reception to performances, suggesting the activity experience may not be consistent for everyone.
Some negative reviews describe serious problems with care, communication, or safety.
Not all experiences are positive, and several reviews raise major concerns. Some describe failures in communication or protocols during serious events, including allegations about not informing family members and other administrative breakdowns. Others report issues related to resident safety and attention, and a separate review focuses on staffing and professionalism concerns that the reviewer says affected care quality.
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125 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
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
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 Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesShippensburg Health Care Center is located at 121 Walnut Bottom Road, Shippensburg, PA 17257 in Franklin County, Pennsylvania
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