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Senior Commons At Powder Mill
1775 Powder Mill Road,, York, PA 17403
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(717) 862-8430Pricing Details
In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Nov. 28, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Pricing Information
Personal Care: A private studio room in personal care is $4,200 a month.
Respite Care: 30-day minimum, 60-day max. The rate starts at $180 a day, depending on their care level.
Pet Fee: There is a $500 pet fee up front for one pet in personal care, 25 pounds or under.
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Exclusive Interview Insights
Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Nov. 28, 2023. Here's what we learned:
Community Overview
The Senior Commons at Powder Mill is a senior living community that offers three levels of care: independent living, personal care, and memory care. The community provides a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors, with a range of amenities and services designed to meet their needs.
Availability
There is currently a waitlist for both independent living and memory care options. However, there are no waitlists for personal care services at this time.
Accommodations
The community offers various room types, with the standard studio room being the most common option in personal care. Each living space is designed with the comfort and safety of residents in mind.
Pet Policy
Pets are welcome in the personal care section of the community, with a limit of one pet per resident. The pet must be 25 pounds or under, and a one-time pet fee is required.
Transportation Services
Residents can enjoy complimentary transportation services for local doctor's appointments and shopping trips. The community organizes weekly outings to grocery stores and other local destinations.
Dining Experience
Residents are offered three meals a day with at least two choices per meal. The dining service is restaurant-style, allowing residents to select their meals without needing to pre-order. Alternative options like soup, salad, and sandwiches are always available.
Staff and Training
The community employs one nurse on duty during the day and one on call 24/7. Caregivers and CNAs make up the primary staff, undergoing a comprehensive two-week training period followed by hands-on floor training to ensure high-quality care.
Medical Support
While there are no doctors on staff, a primary care physician visits the community for residents who choose to use her services.
Safety Measures
For resident safety, the community provides call button lanyards and has pull cords in bathrooms. However, there is no security guard on duty.
Handling Complaints
Residents can file complaints at the front desk or speak directly with staff. The front desk associates will then follow the appropriate channels to address the issue.
Family Communication
The facility maintains regular communication with residents' families through calls and emails, especially regarding changes in status, health concerns, or care plan meetings.
Respite Care
The community offers respite care services with a minimum stay of 30 days and a maximum of 60 days. The rate for respite care starts at a daily rate, which varies depending on the level of care required.
Staff Contact
Kelly Golden, one of the marketing directors, is available to assist with inquiries and provide further information about the community's offerings.
For pricing & availability call (800) 780-8101
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Memory Care
Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Reviews:
- Senior Commons at Powdermill is praised for its safe environment and friendly, great staff, providing peace of mind for families.
- Visitors and professionals in the senior living industry commend the facility for its spacious rooms, innovative care, and support for residents with dementia.
- Residents enjoy the food and feel comfortable and respected, with staff responsive to feedback and needs.
- Positive changes and improvements in care and staff engagement have been noted, especially in the Memory Care unit.
- Tours and interactions with staff are highlighted as exceptional, with the facility being clean, welcoming, and accommodating.
Negative Reviews:
- Concerns about staff vaccination policies and staffing levels affecting visitor policies and care quality.
- Issues with apartment maintenance, lack of compensation for damages, and high staff turnover are mentioned as significant problems.
- Allegations of gross incompetence, negligence, and misconduct leading to a resident's death and subsequent license revocation (under appeal).
- Reports of unprofessional behavior by management and staff, including yelling at employees in front of residents.
- Complaints about inadequate care in the Memory Care unit, including neglect in personal care and unattended medical needs.
Mixed Reviews:
- While some families have had positive experiences with the care and community at Senior Commons, others have faced challenges and dissatisfaction, leading to a mixed overall impression.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is York which is 3.1 miles away and has a population of 43,992 (mid sized town).
- The average income is $71,542, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 78
- Low Temperature: 32
- Average Temperature: 55.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 153 days of rain, 24 days of snow and 186 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.9 inches a year
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.36 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 230.0, Moderate Days 67.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Pricerite
0.8 miles awayGiant
1.2 miles awayWeis
1.3 miles awayNell's Shurfine Market
1.4 miles awayGrocery Outlet
2.4 miles awayTransportation
Steam Into History
12.8 miles awayElizabethtown
16.1 miles awayMount Joy
16.5 miles awayMiddletown
18.7 miles awayM&H Railroad
18.7 miles awayBus Stations
LGH Health Campus Main Entrance
20.7 miles awayLGH Health Campus Women and Babies
20.8 miles awayHarrisburg Pike at Mennonite Home
21.1 miles awayHarrisburg Pike at Plaza Boulevard
21.2 miles awayPlaza Boulevard at Olive Garden
21.2 miles awayBanks
York Traditions Bank
0.6 miles awayPNC Bank
0.7 miles awayMetro Bank
0.8 miles awayPeoples Bank
1.0 miles awayWells Fargo
1.0 miles awayHospitals
OSS Orthopaedic Hospital
0.3 miles awayGastroenterology Associates
0.9 miles awayWellSpan Surgery and Rehabilitation Hospital
1.1 miles awayWellSpan York Hospital
1.7 miles awayUPMC Memorial
5.1 miles awayPharmacies
CVS Pharmacy
0.9 miles awayRite Aid
0.9 miles awayWalgreens
0.9 miles awayMinnich's Pharmacy
2.0 miles awayRite Aid #01902
9.0 miles awayDentists
Corsaro Dentistry
0.9 miles awaySipes Dental
3.1 miles awayDental Dreams
4.8 miles awayDr. Carroll Ehrhart, DDS
6.0 miles awayGlen Rock Dental
6.5 miles awayParks
York Township Park
0.8 miles awaySnyder Park
0.9 miles awayWilliam H Kain County Park
1.3 miles awaySpring Garden Township Park
1.3 miles awayReservoir Park
1.7 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
The Heights
0.9 miles awayOld Tollgate Village
1.2 miles awayGabriel Brothers Plaza
2.4 miles awayHaines Acres Shopping Center
2.7 miles awayOlde Village Square East
2.8 miles awayCulture
Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center
3.2 miles awayBelmont Theatre
3.4 miles awaySprigettsbury Park Amphitheatre
5.0 miles awaySusquehanna Stage Company
11.8 miles awaySusquehanna Stage
11.9 miles awayRestaurants
Bubba D's Pizza And Wings
0.7 miles awayInfinito's Pizza Buffet
0.8 miles awayPrimanti Bros.
0.8 miles awayIHOP
0.9 miles awaySouth York Diner
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Licensing
This community is licensed by the state of PA. It is a very large-sized community with 166 total beds.Disclaimer
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