Occupancy rate
77%
Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC
Assisted Living · Pennsylvania, PA
Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC
Assisted Living · Pennsylvania, PA
Columbia Cottage is a premier assisted living community in Hanover, PA. It offers personalized care in a warm, homelike setting with ten levels of care to support residents as their needs change. The community emphasizes safety, kindness, and a commitment to providing the highest levels of care.
48-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 84 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the Pennsylvania average: 78.7%Occupied beds
37 / 48
Average residents per home in Pennsylvania
103 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusLicensed
IssuanceAugust 5, 2025
ExpirationAugust 5, 2026
CountyYork
License Number330220
Owner NameColumbia Cottage Hanover LLC
Profit StatusProfit
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour staff availability, emergency response systems, personal safety pendants, regular safety audits, and state-of-the-art security features.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio:
1:8
Communal Dining
Housekeeping
Transportation
Wellness And Fitness Programs
Social And Recreational Activities
ActivitiesWe offer a packed social calendar of events for our residents to enjoy, and we encourage all to attend any activity that might pique their interest.
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living Advantages, Health and Medical Practices, What to Expect, Mission and Philosophy, Executive Team, Tools and Information, Cottage Living
Food DescriptionDining services include freshly prepared meals served in a communal setting. We offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, with a focus on providing nutritious and enjoyable options.
Inspection History
In Pennsylvania, the Department of Human Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) conduct unannounced inspections to verify adherence to state regulations.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
6 citations
0 complaints
6 inspections
2 waivers
Waivers
A higher number of waivers may indicate the facility relies on staff who don't fully meet standard credential requirements. A lower number may suggest the facility meets staffing qualification standards without exemptions.
This Facility
PA Average
vs. PA Avg-
2vs 0.9 avg↑ 122% higher than PA avg
Data reflects the most recent 5 years (since 2021).
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Pennsylvania state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Pennsylvania state average
Overall vs. PA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
8 Better
Metrics better than Pennsylvania average:
• Total citations (90% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Total inspections (45% below)
• Inspections with citations (63% below)
• Inspection citation rate (32% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)
• Total citations (90% below)
• Citations per year (90% below)
• Citations per inspection (82% below)
• Total inspections (45% below)
• Inspections with citations (63% below)
• Inspection citation rate (32% below)
• Total complaints (100% below)
• Complaints per year (100% below)
Latest Inspection
May 7, 2025
Follow Up
Citations
Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.
| Metric | This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 63 | This facility has 90% fewer total citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (6 vs. PA avg 63).↓ 90% better |
|
Citations per year
Average citations per year since 2021.
| 1.2 | 12.6 | This facility has 90% fewer citations per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1.2 vs. PA avg 12.6).↓ 90% better |
|
Citations per inspection
Average citations per inspection.
| 1 | 5.7 | This facility has 82% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (1 vs. PA avg 5.7).↓ 82% better |
Inspections
State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.
| Metric | This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 11 | This facility has 45% fewer total inspections than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (6 vs. PA avg 11).↓ 45% better |
|
Inspections with citations
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory citation.
| 3 | 8 | This facility has 63% fewer inspections with citations than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (3 vs. PA avg 8).↓ 63% better |
|
Inspection citation rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one citation.
| 50% | 73% | This facility has 23 percentage points lower inspection citation rate than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (50% vs. PA avg 73%).↓ 23% better |
Complaints & Investigations
Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.
| Metric | This Facility | PA Average | vs. PA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 0 | 4 | This facility has 100% fewer total complaints than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0 vs. PA avg 4).↓ 100% better |
|
Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2021.
| 0 | 0.8 | This facility has 100% fewer complaints per year than a typical Pennsylvania assisted living residence (0 vs. PA avg 0.8).↓ 100% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on May 7, 2025, identified a deficiency related to the facility’s failure to properly assess a resident for suspected fractures after a fall. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of medication management and safety issues, including a non-licensed staff member administering injectable medication in September 2024 and several safety and medication administration deficiencies noted in May 2022. Inspectors cited main themes involving resident care protocols after falls and medication administration practices. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The facility has taken corrective actions such as updating policies, staff education, and audits, but deficiencies have appeared intermittently without a clear trend of consistent improvement or worsening.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC is located in HANOVER, Pennsylvania.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC
Is Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC in a walkable area?
Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC?
According to PA state health department records, Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC's license number is 330220.
When does Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC's license expire?
According to PA state health department records, Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC's license expires on August 5, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC?
Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC's occupancy is 77%.
How many beds does Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC have?
Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC has 48 beds.
Has Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC had any recent deficiencies or citations?
Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC has had 6 recently reported deficiencies.
Are there photos of Columbia Cottage Hanover, LLC?
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