Senior Commons at Powder Mill is a senior living community located in York, Pennsylvania, that offers assisted living as its primary care service, along with independent living, memory care, and general senior living options. The facility is designed to provide residents with personal care assistance while supporting individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Renovations and upgrades in recent years have enhanced the comfort and safety of the community. The environment is structured to be homelike and welcoming, with a range of amenities and services aimed at supporting resident well-being.
Care and medical support at Senior Commons at Powder Mill include a combination of professional assistance and purposeful amenities. The facility provides help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and toileting, offering full assistance where needed, while residents who are able to eat independently receive support as required. Specialized care for individuals with memory loss is available, featuring secured community areas and spaces designed to accommodate the unique needs of those experiencing cognitive decline. Incontinence care, ambulatory support, and diabetes care are offered, as is medication management to help residents maintain their prescribed regimens. Medical services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapies are accessible, complemented by on-site podiatry care and a dedicated therapy room. The community is equipped to serve English-speaking residents.
A variety of clubs and social communities are present, promoting socialization and engagement among residents. Health and wellness programs, including fitness classes and yoga/chair yoga sessions, are available to encourage physical activity. There are indoor and outdoor walking paths for resident use, supporting both exercise and leisure activities in a secure environment. Amenities include a barber/beauty salon on site, which caters to residents’ grooming needs.
Transportation at Senior Commons at Powder Mill is provided as a complimentary service, available for both medical and non-medical purposes. This service is intended to assist residents in reaching medical appointments, as well as facilitating access to community outings, shopping, and other recreational events.
Resident and family feedback indicates that the facility is generally clean, well-maintained, and has a welcoming, homelike atmosphere. Many residents adapt well, experiencing improvements in mood and social engagement. Staff are frequently described as friendly and attentive, especially within memory care and end-of-life scenarios, and activities such as music, outings, and exercise classes are often highlighted as strengths. Negative feedback has referenced inconsistent care, insufficient supervision in memory care at times, communication issues, missing belongings, slow response rates when staffing is low, and administrative concerns including rising costs and staff turnover. The quality of food and suitability of room sizes have also received some criticism. Families are encouraged to engage directly with the facility, ask detailed questions about care and staffing, and clarify all aspects of service agreements to ensure that their expectations and needs are adequately met.
Costs at this community start at $3,700 and range up to $9,271. The average price in the community is $6,486, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,848. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
