Pappus House

Pappus House Pappus House is South Central PA's community home for end-of-life care. Pappus House is York County's only home for compassionate end-of-life care.

Our home is dedicated exclusively to the needs of people with a terminal illness who are unable, or do not wish, to die in their own home. Specially trained staff and volunteers become extended family, providing continuous care in careful coordination with the family’s chosen hospice provider. Our mission’s collaborative approach and seamless coordination of services alleviates the physical and em

otional care-giving burden on the family. This allows them to reclaim their role as spouse, child, parent or friend, enabling them to be present in the moment, to celebrate life, and to begin a healthy grief journey. Grown from of many years of careful planning, Pappus House opened its doors in December 2017 to its first resident and his family and friends. From that first night of care, the precedent was set for what would become a highly sought-after unparalleled level of care. The milkweed plant, our logo, is the food source of the butterfly, a universal symbol of hospice care. Just like the seasons of life, the milkweed goes through stages of growth and transformation. In the late fall, the milkweed pod releases its seeds, carried by the silky white filaments called PAPPUS. With the help of the wind, the pappus delivers the seeds to new destinations and new beginnings. Pappus House is a community-supported HOME - not an institution or medical facility - not government or insurance funded. As such it is uniquely able to provide loving comfort for loved ones near the end of life's journey. Although a small fee is requested, no one is ever turned away due to financial ability – the guiding principle is to help those in need.

06/05/2026

Thank you, Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club of York!!

Every June 4, our staff & residents look forward to a visit from the Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club on their annual memor...
06/05/2026

Every June 4, our staff & residents look forward to a visit from the Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club on their annual memorial ride in honor of a late member. You bring your bikes, smiles, and a generous donation to Pappus House - and brighten our day!

On behalf of Pappus House, our deepest sympathies on the recent, sudden loss of another of your members.

Thank you for visiting Pappus House and for all your support - you are all greatly appreciated!

Thank you for the beautiful flowers in memory of our resident, Bob Little. It was our honor to care for you, Bob!
06/05/2026

Thank you for the beautiful flowers in memory of our resident, Bob Little.
It was our honor to care for you, Bob!

Sometimes the little things mean the most… like homemade banana splits, made with extra love and a cherry 🍒 on top. 🥰
06/03/2026

Sometimes the little things mean the most… like homemade banana splits, made with extra love and a cherry 🍒 on top. 🥰

Thank you, The Valley Tavern - you all are the best - so community-minded - we love and appreciate you!
05/29/2026

Thank you, The Valley Tavern - you all are the best - so community-minded - we love and appreciate you!

It's giving week here at The Valley Tavern. On behalf of our wonderful customers, we are proud & honored to donate $700.00 to the Pappus House. The donation was collected as part of our Adult Easter hunt. We want to thank our customers for their help in making this donation possible.

(Pictured is Carla Jackson, Care & Compliance Manager of The Pappus House & Meg from The Valley Tavern.)

We have the best volunteers 🩷
05/23/2026

We have the best volunteers 🩷

Who is this “Amy” signing letters here?? My name is A-S-L-A-N. I demand a re-print.
05/23/2026

Who is this “Amy” signing letters here?? My name is A-S-L-A-N. I demand a re-print.

Aslan decided he wanted to try his paw at knitting 🧶 today… he’s such a multi-talented boy! 😻
05/19/2026

Aslan decided he wanted to try his paw at knitting 🧶 today… he’s such a multi-talented boy! 😻

We 💚 seeing York Tree Family at Pappus House! After removing the invasive trees on our hill, thanks to a loving donor, w...
05/19/2026

We 💚 seeing York Tree Family at Pappus House!
After removing the invasive trees on our hill, thanks to a loving donor, we are getting native trees 🌳 planted amongst our milkweed and wildflowers. 🌸

05/19/2026

We had a timely wish list request from a resident that I wanted to share: a bird bath (could be hanging or standing) so the birds she’s watching have water.

Looking out her window and double-doors, she said seeing the wild flowers 🌺 and birds 🐦 on the feeder show her a glimpse of Heaven. 🩷

Address

66 Big Mount Road
Thomasville, PA
17364

Telephone

(717) 893-5310

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