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Gardens at York Terrace, the

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.

2401 West Market Street, Yorkville · Pottsville, PA 17901|80 beds|Licensed & Active

5/5

Medicare

Inspection

Quality

Staffing

Google rating

4.2/5

based on 23 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and robust activity programs, making it a strong choice for residents who value social engagement. However, families should be aware that the admissions process may be difficult to navigate, so it is advisable to follow up persistently if you do not receive a timely response.

Google Reviews

23 reviews on Google

“The Gardens at York Terrace receives consistent praise for its compassionate, attentive nursing staff and active engagement programs. Families frequently highlight the facility's cleanliness and the staff's ability to provide emotional support and clear communication, even during challenging periods like the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Quality Themes

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Strengths

Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
Clean and well-maintained facility
Engaging activity and social programs
Strong communication with family members

Concerns

Unresponsive admissions process (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 26 analyzed

How They Respond to Reviews

61%response rate

This facility responds to some reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

1We are so impressed by your 5-star health inspection rating; what specific protocols do you follow to maintain such high standards of cleanliness and care?
2It’s wonderful to see how much the management engages with the community online; how does that same level of communication translate to daily updates for us as a family?
3We’ve heard great things about your social programs; could you walk us through a typical day of activities and how residents stay engaged with one another?
4Since the nursing staff is known for being so attentive, how do you ensure that personalized care remains consistent during shift changes?
5In the event of a medical emergency or a change in health status during the night, what is the specific process for notifying the family?
6As we begin this transition, what can we expect regarding the timeline and communication from the admissions team to ensure a smooth move-in process?

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Key Review Excerpts

“My father has been a resident for almost 16 months, and he is so well taken care of. There is a full calendar of fun opportunities that the residents can take part in on a daily basis.”

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

“Amy, the nurse took more time to talk with me about my best buddy ever spent more time with me about my dad's condition than anyone I have experienced.”

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

“Jess and the activity department played a huge role in my mom’s well being, from socials, crafts, singing, games, holiday dress up, and most important, church services.”

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

Source: 23 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026

RN Hours

0.76hrs

Registered nurses for medical care

Total Nursing

2.70hrs

66%

All nurses + aides combined

Staff Turnover

46%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

RN Turnover

21%

Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating

4/ 5

Better Than Avg

measures

Worse Than Avg

measures

Mixed Results

measures

Long-Stay Residents

🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better

This Facility5.5%

Better than Avg

Here

5.5%

14.4%

17.5%

Schuylkill

19.2%

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility100.0%

Better than Avg

Here

100.0%

93.4%

87.1%

Schuylkill

90.6%

🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility5.7%

Better than Avg

Here

5.7%

15.3%

18.4%

Schuylkill

16.9%

😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better

This Facility1.3%

Better than Avg

Here

1.3%

12.1%

8.3%

Schuylkill

6.3%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

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Residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility100.0%

Better than Avg

Here

100.0%

95.5%

93.5%

Schuylkill

93.4%

🚿

Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse

↓ Lower is better

This Facility24.8%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

24.8%

19.4%

26.0%

Schuylkill

24.7%

Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)

💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better

This Facility94.3%

Better than Avg

Here

94.3%

79.8%

68.7%

Schuylkill

64.7%

💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better

This Facility98.7%

Better than Avg

Here

98.7%

81.8%

69.2%

Schuylkill

72.2%

💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better

This Facility1.3%

Mixed vs Avgs

Here

1.3%

1.6%

1.4%

Schuylkill

1.0%

Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

0deficiencies

Well below state avg (10.1)

Clean record — no deficiencies

Gardens at York Terrace shows a pattern of deficiencies across two recent surveys with issues in nutrition and dietary services, safety/building maintenance, and quality of care. The facility has had problems with food procurement and adequate nutrition for residents, emergency exit obstructions, and heating/ventilation systems. All deficiencies have correction dates on file, suggesting the facility addresses problems when identified, though some issues have recurred in recent inspections.

Dec 5, 2024Routine4 findings

0353Potential for harm · Widespread

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0692Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

0100Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Construction Deficiencies

Meet other general requirements.

0521Minimal · WidespreadCorrected

Services Deficiencies

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Jan 5, 2024Routine3 findings

0812Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

0211Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Gardens at York Terrace, the

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Priority Healthcare Group

Chain Size

14 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 2.8/5 · Rank 1 of 14 (Best)

Ownership & Management

Owners

Hashtag Holdings LLC

Owner · Organization

100%

Blglpa LLC