Overall Review of Manorcare Health Services-York South
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Call buttons get attention
Residents describe both reliable and missed call-button responses.
Some families say the call button is never ignored and that staff check in when it’s used. Other reviewers report the opposite, saying they don’t respond to call buttons. Taken together, call responsiveness seems inconsistent depending on the situation and shift.
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Staffing feels strained
Several reviews mention short staffing at times.
Multiple reviewers say the facility is short-staffed or lacks enough help, including one comment that there aren’t enough staff members. Others mention overwhelmed teams and short-handed coverage. A few families also express appreciation for staff despite that pressure, suggesting care quality may vary when staffing is tight.
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Dining quality runs mixed
Dining experiences are mixed across reviews.
One reviewer says the food is not very good, describing meals as a concern. Another reviewer says the food is very good, adding that dining works well for their family member. Since residents can talk both ways, dining may depend on timing, preferences, or unit routines.
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Activities vary by emphasis
Reviews describe both engaging activities and budget concerns.
Several residents and families mention activities like a BBQ picnic and frequent opportunities for entertainment. One review highlights ongoing enrichment under a newer activities director. At the same time, another reviewer criticizes the small monthly activities budget for the facility’s size. Overall, it looks like activity offerings can feel strong in practice, but budget expectations worry some families.
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Features
Housing
151 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 (18 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
Restaurants
Cracker Barrel (0.1 miles)
Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar York (0.1 miles)
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Lighting
Television
Exercise Equipment
Healthcare
Indoor Plants
Rehabilitation and Therapy Room
Physical Therapy
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