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Senior Commons at Powder Mill

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight compassionate and friendly staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

1775 Powder Mill Road, Tyler Run-Queens Gate · York, PA 17403166 bedsLicensed & Active
Google rating
4.3/5

based on 31 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is an excellent choice for independent living, where residents frequently praise the cleanliness, social activities, and friendly atmosphere. However, if you are seeking memory care, you must conduct rigorous due diligence and ask specifically about supervision protocols and staff retention, as multiple families have reported serious safety concerns in that unit.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

31 reviews on Google
Families generally praise the facility for its welcoming atmosphere, clean environment, and compassionate staff, particularly in independent living. However, there are serious, recurring allegations regarding the quality of care and safety in the memory care unit, including reports of inadequate supervision and high staff turnover.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff7.0Clean9.0Activities9.0MedsN/AMemory2.0Comms6.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Compassionate and friendly staff
  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Engaging daily activities and social programs
  • Comfortable and spacious independent living apartments

Concerns

  • Substandard care and safety issues in memory care (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Staffing shortages and high turnover (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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Distribution · 30 analyzed

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How They Respond to Reviews

23%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We noticed how much the management values feedback from the community; how does the team use resident and family suggestions to improve the facility?
  • 2The facility looks incredibly clean and well-maintained; what is your routine for ensuring the common areas and apartments stay in top shape?
  • 3What kind of daily activities or social programs are currently most popular with the residents here?
  • 4For residents who may need more specialized support, what specific safety measures and supervision protocols are in place within the memory care wing?
  • 5How does the care team manage staffing levels during overnight hours or weekends to ensure everyone's medical needs are met promptly?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency, what is the exact process for contacting doctors and notifying the family?

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Key Review Excerpts

The care provided by this community was truly exceptional, making a profound difference in my mother's life and our family's peace of mind.

Family of a resident with high-needs · 2025★★★★★

My 91 year old brother moved to the Senior Commons independent living facility 2 years ago. He has a 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment that is spacious and very comfortable. Most importantly he was able to take his cat with him.

Long-term resident's sibling · 2023★★★★★

My father was in the memory care unit for a few months. One evening he tripped and fell hitting his head and knocking himself unconcious. The attendants literally drug him to his bed for the night.

Memory care family member · 2019☆☆☆☆
Source: 31 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: PA State Licensing Agency

37total
43deficiencies

Key Findings

Between 2022 and 2026, Senior Commons at Powder Mill underwent 39 inspections, resulting in 16 clean reports and 43 documented violations. The recorded findings include issues regarding safety protocols, staffing requirements, and administrative reporting, as well as instances of improper resident care and communication.

Mar 3, 2026Routine
severe2600.42.b

A resident was forcefully shoved to the ground by another resident, resulting in a hip fracture and hospitalization.

Feb 26, 2025Routine
minor2600.3.c

The most current LIS and a copy of the 2600-chapter regulation were not conspicuously and publicly posted in the home.

severe2600.15.a

Suspected resident abuse incidents occurring on 12/11/24 were not reported to the local Area Agency on Aging via the mandatory ACT 13 form.

Dec 9, 2024Routine
severe2600.202

A staff member used manual restraint by applying pressure to a resident's shoulders to force them to sit down during an episode of physical aggression.

minor2600.225.c

The resident's assessment was not updated to reflect a significant change in condition, specifically the transition from independent ambulation to using a walker and wheelchair.

May 22, 2024Routine
minor2600.63.a

Insufficient number of staff trained in CPR and First Aid were present during overnight shifts on multiple dates in May 2024.

minor2600.82.c

A container of Sani Wipes labeled with poison control instructions was left unlocked and accessible to residents in the SDCU kitchenette.

minor2600.88.a

Wooden cabinet doors in the dining room kitchenette were covered with a sticky film.

Mar 8, 2024Routine
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Dec 14, 2023Routine
severe2600.42b

A staff member used profanity and verbally intimidated a resident, causing the resident to become emotional and sob.

Jul 26, 2023Routine
CleanReport

No deficiencies found during this inspection.

Apr 11, 2023Routine
minor2600.121a

A courtyard gate in the Rosewood Court Secure Dementia Care Unit was locked with a padlock because the electronic locking system was inoperable, obstructing the egress route.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Gahc3 York Pa Alf Trs Sub LLC

Organization Type

for profit

Source: State licensing data

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