I've been very pleased since the new ownership took over - the staff are friendly and genuinely caring, and the atmosphere feels relaxed and positive. There's a little room for improvement, but overall I'm happy here.
Current/former resident
Jul 2026
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Amenities
Healthcare services
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Healthcare staffing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Meals and dining
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Restaurant-style dining
Special dietary restrictions
Room
Cable
Fully furnished
Housekeeping and linen services
Kitchenettes
Telephone
Wifi
Common areas
Beauty salon
Dining room
Garden
Outdoor space
Small library
Community services
Move-in coordination
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
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4.0
Meals
2.8
Amenities
2.8
Value
2.8
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Location
Vineyard Personal Care Home is located at 3030 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA, 17603.
About Vineyard Personal Care Home
The Vineyard Personal Care Home is a large assisted living community located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, catering to the diverse needs of seniors in a welcoming, home-like environment. With accommodations for up to 120 residents, The Vineyard Personal Care Home is designed to offer both personalized care and a wide array of amenities, ensuring a supportive atmosphere that enhances the overall well-being of each individual. The aim of the community is to meet every resident’s unique requirements, providing a holistic approach that promotes health, comfort, and a sense of belonging.
Residents at The Vineyard Personal Care Home receive support with daily living activities, including assistance with bathing, clothing, grooming, and toileting. The community recognizes that each person has distinctive medical and physical needs, which is why flexibility is built into the care model to accommodate special dietary requirements and requests, such as those necessary for individuals managing diabetes or high blood pressure. Meal preparation stands out as a highlight, with homemade dishes served three times per day. If needed, specific nutrition adjustments can be made based on the recommendations for each resident.
A vibrant activity and wellness calendar helps foster an engaging and energetic lifestyle for residents. Activities at The Vineyard Personal Care Home can range from music therapy and pet therapy to board games, regularly planned entertainment, fitness programs, and art activities. There are also social night events, movie entertainment opportunities, and excursions to promote both physical and emotional enrichment. Outings can include transportation for doctor’s appointments, shopping trips, and participation in spiritual offerings, with transportation arrangements managed by the community.
The physical environment at The Vineyard Personal Care Home is carefully planned to maximize comfort, stimulation, and enjoyment. Amenities available may span from a book room for quiet reading and reflection to areas designed for recreation and socialization. Spaces such as a garden area, hot tub, sauna or health room, and an on-site hairdresser or parlor are offered to give residents opportunities for relaxation and self-care. These features are complemented by the presence of a mobile barber or hairdresser, providing convenience and regular grooming services without the need to leave the facility.
Living arrangements are flexible to suit varying preferences and budgets, with choices between individual or shared bedrooms. The monthly cost for residency can vary widely depending on care needs, room selection, and the level of support required, starting from a base rate but subject to adjustment based on a comprehensive assessment of the senior’s needs. Payment methods are diverse, accommodating both private pay and options such as long-term care insurance or veterans’ benefits.
Above all, The Vineyard Personal Care Home places a strong emphasis on responsive, compassionate care within a socially enriching environment. The team is dedicated to not only meeting practical needs like medication management and assistance with mobility but also enhancing quality of life through meaningful engagement and tailored wellness programs. Residents are encouraged to build friendships, explore interests, and remain actively involved, ensuring that every day is filled with purpose and connection.
People often ask...
Vineyard Personal Care Home offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,385 per month.
Vineyard Personal Care Home offers assisted living.
The full address for this community is 3030 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603.
No, Vineyard Personal Care Home does not offer respite care.
Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
Safety & Compliance
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services licenses personal care homes and assisted living residences and publishes its licensing inspection summaries.
Identified deficiencies in resident funds management, direct care staffing, waking hour coverage, bedroom chairs, annual medical evaluations, medication storage and administration, and adherence to prescribed orders.
2600.20(b)(1)Financial Records
2600.57(b)Direct care staffing minimum
2600.57(d)Waking hours direct care staffing
2600.101(j)(2)Bedroom Chairs
2600.141(b).1Annual Medical Evaluation
2600.185(a)Medication storage procedures
2600.187(d)Follow Prescriber's Orders
21 Mar 2025Inspection
21 Mar 2025Inspection
Identified an incident of abuse and multiple deficiencies in sanitation practices, medication administration documentation, and resident records.
2600Abuse
2600Sanitary Conditions
2600Date/Time of Medication Admin.
2600Assessment
2600Content of Resident Records
17 Sept 2024Inspection
17 Sept 2024Inspection
The facility had multiple rule violations including abuse, inadequate staffing, improper training, unsafe medication handling, and incomplete medical evaluations.
2600Abuse
26001 Hour/Day Direct Care
2600Waking Hours
2600Annual Training Content
2600Locking Poisonous Materials
2600Refrigerator/Freezer Temps
2600Medical Evaluation Information
2600Annual Medical Evaluation
2600Self-administration Assessment
2600Prescription Medication
2600Preadmission Screen Form
2600Additional Assessment
2600Follow Prescriber's Orders
16 Feb 2024Inspection
16 Feb 2024Inspection
Determined that the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented and ongoing compliance is required. The review identified deficiencies in abuse, sanitary conditions, and sanitary practices.
Type B2600.42.bAbuse
Type A2600.85aSanitary Conditions
Type B2600.163.bSanitary Practices
22 Sept 2023Inspection
22 Sept 2023Inspection
Identified multiple deficiencies in contract documentation, staffing hours, waking-hour coverage, medication documentation, storage procedures, and resident rights education.
2600.25.bContract Signatures
2600.57.b1 Hour/Day
2600.57.dWaking Hours
2600.88.aSurfaces
2600.103.eLeftovers
2600.185.aImplement Storage Procedures
2600.187.dFollow Prescriber's Orders
2600.191Resident Right to Refuse
25 Apr 2023Inspection
25 Apr 2023Inspection
Investigated and identified multiple deficiencies across ventilation, surfaces, linens, towels, dishes, egress, and medical documentation. The findings indicated safety and health concerns requiring correction.
2600Bathroom ventilation
2600Surfaces - moisture damage
2600Bed linens and blankets
2600No common towel
2600Dishes/Utensils
2600Unobstructed Egress
2600Medical Evaluation
2600Annual Medical Evaluation
2600Preadmission Screen
2600Assessment 15 Days
29 Nov 2022Inspection
29 Nov 2022Inspection
Revoked the existing certificate and issued a provisional license due to violations found.
55 Pa.Code Ch. 2600Personal Care Homes
04 Oct 2022Inspection
04 Oct 2022Inspection
Identified multiple cleanliness and safety deficiencies at exterior exits and maintenance areas. This led to the revocation of the certificate of compliance and issuance of a provisional license.
55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600Floors, walls, ceilings, windows and other surfaces must be clean, in good repair and free of hazards.
03 May 2022Inspection
03 May 2022Inspection
Found multiple regulatory deficiencies related to incident reporting, sanitary conditions, safety features, and medical evaluations.
2600.16cWritten Incident Report
2600.85aSanitary Conditions
2600.92Windows
2600.93aHandrails
2600.95Furniture and Equipment
2600.183eStoring Medications
2600.141b1Annual Medical Evaluation
2600.225cAdditional Assessment
14 Dec 2021Inspection
14 Dec 2021Inspection
Identified deficiencies in staffing hours, sanitary conditions, and medication administration.
2600.57.bDirect care staff hours (1 hour per day requirement)
2600.57.dWaking hours personal care
2600.85.aSanitary conditions
2600.187.dFollow prescriber’s orders
23 Nov 2021Inspection
23 Nov 2021Inspection
Found deficiencies in staffing levels, waking-hour coverage, sanitary conditions, and medication administration.
2600.57.bDirect care staff shall be available for at least 1 hour per day per mobile resident
2600.57.dAt least 75% of the personal care service hours specified in subsections (b) and (c) shall be available during waking hours
2600.85.aSanitary conditions shall be maintained
2600.187.dFollow prescriber's orders
04 Oct 2021Inspection
04 Oct 2021Inspection
Issued a regular license after renewal; will conduct an onsite inspection within twelve months to monitor ongoing compliance.
01 Apr 2021Inspection
01 Apr 2021Inspection
Found no deficiencies.
18 Nov 2020Inspection
18 Nov 2020Inspection
Issued a regular license following renewal; no deficiencies cited.
08 Oct 2020Inspection
08 Oct 2020Inspection
Found no deficiencies.
10 Aug 2020Inspection
10 Aug 2020Inspection
Found no deficiencies. The inspections in August 2020 identified no regulatory citations.
02 Oct 2019Inspection
02 Oct 2019Inspection
Determined that the submitted plan of correction was fully implemented and in compliance. Continued compliance must be maintained.
24 Sept 2019Inspection
24 Sept 2019Inspection
The license was renewed and a regular license issued with a certificate of compliance. No deficiencies cited.
10 Oct 2018Inspection
10 Oct 2018Inspection
Identified deficiencies in cleanliness/maintenance, safety equipment, and resident health assessments during the review.
Type A55 Pa. Code §2600.88(a)Floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors and other surfaces must be clean, in good repair and free of hazards.
Type A55 Pa. Code §2600.102(d)(1)Toilet and bath areas must have grab bars, hand rails or assist bars.
Type A55 Pa. Code §2600.225(c)The resident shall have additional assessments as follows: (1) Annually. (2) If the condition of the resident significantly changes prior to the annual assessment. (3) At the request of the Department upon cause to believe that an update is required.
17 Sept 2018Inspection
17 Sept 2018Inspection
The department issued a regular license after receiving the renewal application for the Personal Care Home.
19 Oct 2017Inspection
19 Oct 2017Inspection
Found multiple deficiencies related to cleanliness and maintenance, and improper scheduling of fire drills.
55 Pa.Code 2600.88(a)Floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors and other surfaces must be clean, in good repair and free of hazards.
Type A55 Pa.Code 2600.132(e)Fire drill shall be held during sleeping hours once every 6 months.
Type A55 Pa.Code 2600.132(e)Fire drill shall be held during sleeping hours once every 6 months.
14 Sept 2017Inspection
14 Sept 2017Inspection
Renewal license issued after review. Department noted an onsite inspection would occur within the next twelve months.
15 Nov 2016Inspection
15 Nov 2016Inspection
Determined the operation was in compliance with 55 Pa. Code Ch. 2600.
21 Sept 2016Inspection
21 Sept 2016Inspection
Issued a renewal license and certificate of compliance after review.
27 Oct 2015Inspection
27 Oct 2015Inspection
Identified a deficiency in the resident care plan for addressing a resident's serious mental health needs. The plan did not address how these needs would be met.
2600.227(d)Documentation in resident's support plan for services
11 Sept 2015Inspection
11 Sept 2015Inspection
Granted a regular license renewal and issued the license certificate.
24 Dec 2014Inspection
24 Dec 2014Inspection
Identified violations involving the handling of medication records and commingling of resident funds.
Type A55 Pa.Code 2600.17Confidentiality of Resident Records
Type A55 Pa.Code 2600.20(b)(5)Commingling of Resident Funds
09 Dec 2014Inspection
09 Dec 2014Inspection
Identified two violations: emergency procedures were not posted conspicuously, and bedside lighting was not available in one room.
55 Pa.Code §2600.123(b)Copies of emergency procedures posted
55 Pa.Code §2600.101(i)(7)Bedroom lighting available at bedside
23 Sept 2014Inspection
23 Sept 2014Inspection
Investigated a complaint and found a mold-like substance in a shared bathroom and other surfaces not clean or in good repair.
55 Pa.Code §2600Floors, walls, ceilings, windows, doors and other surfaces must be clean, in good repair and free of hazards.
25 Jun 2014Inspection
25 Jun 2014Inspection
Investigated deficiencies in medication record keeping and staff orientation. Found that diagnoses or purposes for medications were missing, orientation was not completed within the required time, and prescriber directions were not consistently followed.
Type A2600.65(a)Medication records; contents required
Type A2600.65(b)Staff orientation
Type A2600.187(d)Follow prescriber directions
29 Apr 2014Inspection
29 Apr 2014Inspection
Investigated a licensing issue and found multiple regulatory violations, including failure to report incidents to the Department, improper staff qualifications, and gaps in staff training and record-keeping.
Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.16(c)Incident reporting
Type A55 Pa.Code §2600.52Hiring, rotation and utilization of staff
55 Pa.Code §2600.65(a)Orientation and training of direct care staff
08 Apr 2014Inspection
08 Apr 2014Inspection
Issued a regular license for a 42-capacity operation and noted annual inspections would occur.
15 May 2013Inspection
15 May 2013Inspection
Determined compliance with applicable regulations for personal care homes; the regular license remained in good standing.
20 Mar 2013Inspection
20 Mar 2013Inspection
Issued a license for a facility with a maximum capacity of 42. No violations cited.
23 May 2012Inspection
23 May 2012Inspection
Granted a regular license after determining compliance with the applicable regulations.
06 May 2011Inspection
06 May 2011Inspection
Determined compliance with licensing rules and issued a regular license.
10 May 2010Inspection
10 May 2010Inspection
Identified deficiencies in pre-admission screenings and in signing resident contracts.
55 Pa.Code § 2600Pre-admission screening
55 Pa.Code § 2600Contract signatures
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