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Rest Haven-York

1050 South George Street

3.7(33 ratings)· York average: 4

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Quick Facts

Total units
159
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
159
Family involvement
Care plan meetings open to POAs
Staff tenure
Some administrators with facility over 20 years
Financial assistance
Business office helps families apply for Medicaid

What Families Think

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Rest Haven-York is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in York, PA, with mixed feedback from families. Many reviewers praise the nurses' kindness, personalized dietary care, and long-tenured staff, while others raise concerns about the facility's dated condition, odor issues, and unresponsive admissions staff.

What reviewers praise

  • Nurses described as kind and attentive
  • Dietary staff personalize meals to resident preferences
  • Active recreation and activities program
  • Long-tenured administration and staff
  • Regular care plan meetings for families
  • Help navigating Medicaid applications

What reviewers flag

  • One report of persistent urine odor in a hallway
  • One reviewer found the facility outdated and not refreshed
  • One report of unresponsive, dismissive admissions staff

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Rest Haven-York is a senior living community in York, Pennsylvania offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 33 reviews.

About Rest Haven-York

Rest Haven-York is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in York, Pennsylvania, licensed for 159 residents. The building is organized into two main corridors, one for short-stay rehabilitation patients and one for longer-stay nursing care residents.

Families consistently praise the clinical staff and activities program. Multiple residents have experienced personalized dietary attention, with kitchen staff meeting residents to learn preferences and incorporating favorites into regular menus. The recreation department earns particular mention for keeping residents engaged and active. One family noted staff longevity as a strength, with much of the administration having worked at the facility for over a decade. Nurses are described as showing genuine kindness and attentiveness during care.

Admissions communication presents a challenge according to some families, who report difficulty reaching staff and unreturned calls. The facility holds a 3.7-star rating across 33 Google reviews, reflecting mixed experiences, several five-star reviews highlighting excellent care alongside lower ratings citing administrative responsiveness issues.

Types of Care at Rest Haven-York

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Rest Haven-York

3.7overall · 33 ratings combined

3.7★ on Google (33)

JB Scalise

Jan 2026

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A great friend of mine, aged 98, has had to finally move out of her home and in to Rest Haven. It is conveniently located near her family, which is good. The situation of its location, though, is unfortunate. Th facility is on long hallway in two directions. To the left is a corridor of short stay patients there for rehab. To the right is a corridor of longer stay guests for nursing home care. This corridor has an unfortunate smell of urine at all times I have visited. I understand the cause but not the reason why. Unless it is woefully understaffed, it should not. These guests/patients cannot escape it. The facility looks as if it has not been updated or freshened up inside for ages. Not someplace I would want a family member or great friend, or even a stranger, to have to live day in and day out. The staff have always seemed caring and competent. They have to work there day in and day out, as well. As a for-profit entity, it would be appreciated if some of those profits were able to be lavished on the humans who must be there every day of the year.

Billy S

Dec 2025

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"I am so grateful for the nurses at Rest Haven. They treat the residents with such genuine kindness and respect. It’s the little things—the way they check in just to say hello or the patience they show during difficult moments—that really set them apart. They truly go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels seen and cared for."

Cindy

Nov 2025

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My mother was a resident at this facility for over 11 years. I can honestly say that they really care about their residents. The dietary people met with my mother in person to see what she likes and even added her favorite, oyster stew, to the menu several times. She loved going to bingo and enjoying other fun activities. If there was ever a concern or change in her health, the staff notified one of my mom's POA's. The business office was thorough and helpful when we needed to apply for medicaid. They have care plan meetings that a POA could attend to see how things are going or to ask any questions or address any concerns.

Chris

Nov 2025

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My grandmother was there for several years and I can not say enough about how good the care was. The recreation department went above and beyond to keep my very social grandmother active. In addition I appreciated the longevity in the staff. The majority of administration has been with the facility for over 10 years with several over 20 years. They were readily available to answer all my questions. Overall a 10/10!

Michael Cox

Oct 2025

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I can only comment on the admissions staff. I managed to speak to someone once and she was combative and dismissive. She said she would look into something and call me back. Never did. I called again and left a message. Never heard from her. Called a third time and got a recording to call a different person. Left a message for that person; no call back.

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 30 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 5, 2026Health Standard8 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 6, 2026

  • Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 6, 2026

Jan 30, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 14, 2025

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

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2025

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2025

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2025

May 9, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 19, 2024

Mar 4, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard9 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 5, 2024

  • Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 5, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 5, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024

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

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024

  • Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 5, 2024

  • Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 5, 2024

Aug 1, 2023Infection ControlNo citations
Mar 9, 2023Fire Safety Standard2 citations
  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 5, 2023

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 5, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Rest Haven-York offer?

Rest Haven-York offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Rest Haven-York located?

Rest Haven-York is located at 1050 South George Street in York, Pennsylvania.

What do families say about Rest Haven-York?

Rest Haven-York carries a 3.7 out of 5 rating from 33 Google reviews. Rest Haven-York is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in York, PA, with mixed feedback from families. Many reviewers praise the nurses' kindness, personalized dietary care, and long-tenured staff, while others raise concerns about the facility's dated condition, odor issues, and unresponsive admissions staff. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

How did Rest Haven-York do on recent health and safety inspections?

Rest Haven-York had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 30 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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