The Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor is an assisted living community in Dillsboro, IN.
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12803 Lenover Street, Dillsboro, IN 47018
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.8 from 49 reviews
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Overall Review of The Waters Of Dillsboro-Ross Manor
common11 reviews mention this
Caring staff are a main draw
Residents and families frequently describe the staff as caring, kind, and supportive.
Many reviewers emphasize feeling confident that residents are looked after, using words like compassion, gentle care, and personal support. Several also say the staff made visits easier because they saw residents stay happy and engaged. Even when some healthcare details were criticized elsewhere, multiple reviews still singled out staff members as patient and respectful in day-to-day interactions.
common5 reviews mention this
Food gets mixed, but often positive
Food stands out in reviews, with multiple mentions of good meals and some dissatisfaction.
A number of families describe the meals as nutritious and satisfying, including comments about good food and enough servings. One reviewer also notes weight gain tied to eating well. At the same time, at least one resident/family member said the food didn’t fully meet expectations, and another mentioned food only briefly.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and hygiene concerns recur
Several reviews raise concerns about cleanliness and personal hygiene.
Some reviewers report strong cleanliness problems, including descriptions of odors and rooms feeling dirty. Others mention hygiene gaps such as long stretches without showers, along with issues seen during visits. On the more positive side, at least one review says the community was clean and well-kept, which makes the experience feel inconsistent across reviewers.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Staffing, speed, and communication vary
Multiple reviewers describe staffing shortfalls that affect response time and communication.
Some reviewers say they experienced delays when help was needed and linked it to not having enough people on staff. Others describe short staffing more directly and criticize communication, including difficulty reaching staff by phone or messaging. One review also frames these issues alongside concerns about delayed or incomplete care steps during a resident’s recovery.
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Features
Housing
123 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (21 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Deville Pharmacies (0.1 miles)
Dillsboro Drug Store (0.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (9.1 miles)
Walgreens (9.2 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (9.9 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (10.6 miles)
George's Family Pharmacy (11 miles)
Places of Worship
Dillsboro Church Of Christ (1 miles)
Women of Alabaster Ministry (2.4 miles)
Mt Tabor United Methodist (3.4 miles)
Mt Sinai United Methodist Church (5.3 miles)
Church of Christ (6.6 miles)
Moores Hill First Baptist Church (6.7 miles)
First Baptist Church (6.8 miles)
Restaurants
Friendship Tavern & Family Restaurant (6 miles)
Los Potros Mexican Restaurant (7.8 miles)
Milano's Italian Inn (8.7 miles)
Tequila's (8.8 miles)
Flavors Ice Cream & Deli (8.8 miles)
Jonny's Roadhouse (9 miles)
Eric's Bay View Grill (9.4 miles)
Physicians
St Elizabeth Physicians (8.6 miles)
Dr Raymond Keith Jarman, MD (8.7 miles)
Dr. Black's Eye Associates (10.9 miles)
King's Daughters' Medical Building (11.1 miles)
Oncology Hematology Care (11.2 miles)
DCH Medical Office Building (11.3 miles)
Head & Neck Surgery Associates (11.4 miles)
Parks
Versailles State Park (11.1 miles)
Riverfront Park (12.1 miles)
Ripley County Parks & Rec (14.8 miles)
R County Parks (15 miles)
Hospitals
The Dearborn County Hospital Foundation (11.3 miles)
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