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Bickford of Scioto in Columbus, OH

Bickford of Scioto is an assisted living and memory care community in Columbus, OH.

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Bickford of Scioto in Columbus, OH

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  • Interior

    A cozy, modern bedroom with a comfortable bed and armchair.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room featuring a bookshelf, comfortable seating, and a tufted coffee table.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a fireplace and comfortable seating.
  • Building

    A Victorian-style building surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and vibrant flowers against a clear blue sky.
  • Windows

    A serene sunroom filled with various potted plants basking in natural light through large windows.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, adorned with elegant chandeliers.
  • Kitchen

    Cozy kitchen interior with a coffee station, mirror backdrop, and decorative elements.
  • Lighting

    A spacious interior with a dining area featuring a table and chairs, carpeted flooring, and staircase.
  • Artwork

    A cozy bathroom featuring a walk-in bathtub, decorative rug, and a floral painting on the wall.
  • Porch

    A cozy porch decorated for autumn with pumpkins, a chalkboard sign, and a festive wreath on the door.
  • Painting

    A cozy living room with a beige sofa, decorative cushions, and artwork on the wall.
  • Indoor Lighting

    A beautifully decorated dining table with candles and fall-themed decor.

3500 Riverside Drive, Columbus, OH 43221

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Overall Review of Bickford of Scioto

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Food gets frequent praise

Dining quality is repeatedly described as excellent and home-like.

Several residents and families highlight the food as home-cooked and enjoyable, with meals described as delicious and well prepared. People also mention that dining supports day-to-day well-being, including being fed consistently. This aligns with the community offering restaurant-style dining and diet accommodations.

  • A cozy dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, adorned with elegant chandeliers.
  • A beautifully decorated dining table with candles and fall-themed decor.
  • A spacious interior with a dining area featuring a table and chairs, carpeted flooring, and staircase.
common 9 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Activity programming and resident engagement come up often in reviews.

Families and residents describe a busy mix of on-site and scheduled activities, including encouraging quieter residents to participate. Multiple reviewers call out specific experiences like weekly games and regular social events. The community also offers planned daily activities, community-sponsored events, and resident-run involvement.

differentiator 6 reviews mention this

Memory care is a major focus

Memory care support is a central part of residents’ experience here.

Reviews from families in memory care describe the environment and day-to-day care as supportive, with some describing confidence, safety, and familiarity. Others specifically reference dementia and Alzheimer’s-related care needs, including the importance of staff training. The community offers specialized memory care programming and related supports.

common 7 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is commonly mentioned

Many reviewers mention the facility is clean and well kept.

A number of residents and families describe the building as clean, tidy, and well maintained. Some reviewers also connect cleanliness with housekeeping and overall upkeep. While most comments are positive on cleanliness, a separate set of reviews raises concerns about care consistency and safety.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Some families report serious staffing issues

A recurring concern is staffing and continuity of care.

Several critical reviews describe problems such as high turnover, inadequate coverage, and delayed responses to concerns. Others mention medication gaps and that residents were left unattended for extended periods. The same reviews also raise broader neglect and safety worries, which contrasts with the many positive accounts of supportive care.

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Features

Housing

  • 75 resident community capacity 75 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family education and support services Family education and support services
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • John Glenn Columbus International Airport (11 miles away) John Glenn Columbus International Airport (11 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Accept incoming residents on hospice Accept incoming residents on hospice
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Respite program Respite program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Arby's (0.3 miles)
  • Dave & Buster's (1.6 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.9 miles)
  • Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern (2.2 miles)
  • Roosters (2.4 miles)
  • BIBIBOP Asian Grill (2.4 miles)
  • Nasty's Sports Bar & Grill (2.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Arlington-Mill Run Internal Medicine (1 miles)
  • Internal Medicine Pediatrics Hilliard (1.2 miles)
  • Northwest Family Physicians (1.2 miles)
  • Orthopedic One (1.7 miles)
  • Hilliard Pediatrics (1.8 miles)
  • OhioHealth Laboratory Services - Hilliard Health Center (2.4 miles)
  • Riverside Outpatient Surgery Center (2.4 miles)

Parks

  • Quarry Trails Metro Park (1.4 miles)
  • Thompson Park (1.7 miles)
  • Carriage Place Park (3.1 miles)
  • Whetstone Park / Park of Roses (4 miles)
  • Hilliard Municipal Park (4.1 miles)
  • Antrim Park (4.7 miles)
  • Homestead Park (5.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Marc's Stores (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Andrew Church (1.6 miles)
  • Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church (1.8 miles)
  • Saint Brendan Catholic Church (2.2 miles)
  • St Christopher Church (3.6 miles)
  • Holy Name Church (4.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.1 miles)
  • Crimson Cup (4.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Ohio Health (3.4 miles)
  • OSU Harding Hospital (4.2 miles)
  • Richard M Ross Heart Hospital (4.4 miles)
  • Select Specialty Hospital (5.2 miles)

Transportation

  • The Ohio State University Airport at Don Scott Field (OSU) (3.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Starplex Columbus 10 (4.2 miles)

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