The Ellison John Transitional Care Center

The Ellison John Transitional Care Center sits in the middle of Lancaster in a new, nicely designed building with both private and semi-private rooms, each having its own bath and a European-style shower, so residents can have some comfort while staying there. The facility has 170 certified beds and usually has about 152 residents each day, and it's a nursing home focused on helping people recover or adjust after being in the hospital, offering what people call transitional care services, which means they include treatment and support for daily life but also provide skilled nursing, sub-acute care, short-term care, long-term care, and even hospice care if needed. There are many services: physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech/language therapy, rehabilitation, social services, nutrition, and activities, all handled by a professional team, and they say their staff is caring and friendly. The nurse turnover rate is 44.0%, which is higher than the state average, but nurse hours per resident per day are above average at 4.86, so residents typically get a decent amount of care from nurses by the numbers. The center is for profit and has been managed by Jose Lynch since June 2016, and it's part of Abby Gl, LLC. The facility tries to offer a pleasant experience with activity services, open visiting policies, and amenities designed to make things easier for those staying there. Federal standards are met for infection control, but inspection reports have found 10 infection-related deficiencies and 104 total deficiencies, including areas like resident rights, infection control, and overall quality of life and care, so some areas need improvement. The Ellison John Transitional Care Center has a 3.2 rating from 34 reviews. They keep a gallery of photos of the facility, since it's state-of-the-art, and they aim to focus on the needs of people who require transitional care, offering both clinical and rehab programs in a dedicated setting.