Pappus House
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and professional staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
based on 26 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
Pappus House is an exceptional choice for families seeking a peaceful, high-quality hospice environment, specifically noted for its compassionate staff and serene grounds. While the vast majority of feedback is exemplary, you may wish to inquire about any specific concerns if you encounter the rare instance of lower satisfaction, though no recurring issues were identified in the reviews.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
26 reviews analyzed“Pappus House is highly regarded as a peaceful and compassionate hospice facility, with families frequently praising the staff's kindness and professionalism during end-of-life care. Reviewers specifically highlight the serene environment, beautiful grounds, and the welcoming nature of the staff. While the vast majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive, there is a single 3-star review with no text, suggesting a rare instance of dissatisfaction that was not detailed.”
Quality Themes
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- Compassionate and professional staff
- Serene and beautiful grounds
- Welcoming and comfortable environment
- Pet-friendly policy with vaccinations
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1With such a small, intimate community of only 8 residents, how do you foster a sense of social connection and daily activities among everyone?
- 2We noticed how much you value feedback from families; how does the management team typically use resident or family suggestions to improve the home?
- 3The grounds look so serene and beautiful; are there specific outdoor spaces or garden areas where residents spend most of their time?
- 4Since the environment is so welcoming and pet-friendly, how do you integrate resident pets into the daily flow of the house?
- 5In a small setting like Pappus House, what is the specific protocol for handling a medical emergency or contacting a physician after hours?
- 6How do you ensure that the high level of professional and compassionate care mentioned by others is maintained consistently across all shifts?
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Key Review Excerpts
“While I only got to spend about an hour there last night and my papa was only there for a few days I must say this place and the workers are literally HEAVEN ON EARTH. They were so kind, caring, helpful, understanding, and great.”
“The property sits back off the main road, on a nice quiet piece of land. The lobby is inviting with comfortable furniture. The rooms are comforting, for each patient. Staff are very welcoming and professional.”
“I just wanted to say thank you so much for everything you did for Mama. You'll never know how comforted we were with her at your beautiful home. You and your staff are amazing.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: PA State Licensing Agency
Key Findings
Between 2024 and 2025, Pappus House underwent four inspections, resulting in one clean report and seven documented violations. Findings included issues with missing safety supplies, incomplete staff training, and lapses in required documentation and reporting procedures.
Sep 8, 2025RoutineCleanReport
No deficiencies found during this inspection.
Jul 14, 2025Routine
The home failed to report a medication error involving a resident not receiving a prescribed dose of Senna to the Department within the required 24-hour timeframe.
Multiple staff members were providing unsupervised ADL services without completing the required training that includes a demonstration of job duties and supervised practice.
Mar 5, 2025Routine
Staff members A, B, C, and D administered medications to residents without having completed the required medication administration training.
Jul 23, 2024Routine
The first aid kit in the dining room cabinet was missing a breathing shield.
There was no thermometer present in the white chest freezer.
The home lacked a current rabies vaccination certificate for a resident cat named Azlyn.
The home lacked documentation of written notification to the local fire department regarding address, bedroom locations, and evacuation assistance needs.
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Pappus House
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