Riverside Care Center - Miami is a nursing home community in Miami, FL.
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899 North West 4Th Street, Miami, FL 33128
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.2 from 72 reviews
5 stars
47
4 stars
9
3 stars
6
2 stars
3
1 stars
7
Overall Review of Riverside Care Center - Miami
common21 reviews mention this
Staff care feels personal
Families consistently describe staff as kind, professional, and responsive.
Across many reviews, residents and families say the staff treats them like family, with administrators and nurses described as welcoming and attentive. Several people mention compassionate, knowledgeable care and say staff keep families informed about residents’ condition. A few negative reviews raise concerns about how quickly help is received and whether communication works well, but they’re a minority compared with the repeated praise for staff professionalism. Overall, staff interactions are one of the strongest parts of the experience people report.
common5 reviews mention this
Food and dining earn praise
Meals and dining choices are frequently praised.
Several residents and families say the food is a standout, mentioning that meals are nutritious and also taste good. Reviewers also connect dining to comfort and routine, including comments that residents are eating well and enjoying the meals. One review specifically describes the community working with dietary needs, aligning with what the dining details list for special dietary requirements and diabetes-oriented options. Overall, dining comes up as a frequent positive when people talk about day-to-day comfort.
caveat7 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is sometimes praised
Cleanliness and odor get mixed feedback from visitors.
Some reviewers report the facility is well-maintained and clean, including comments about being spotless and well cared for over time. Others focus on hygiene and cleanliness as a reason they felt confident about care, while one mentions no bed sores during a longer stay. On the other hand, multiple negative reviews describe strong bad smells and a building environment they considered unsanitary or decayed. Because both positive cleanliness and negative odor appear in the reviews, it’s a theme worth weighing closely when visiting.
differentiator5 reviews mention this
Hospice and therapy support
Families mention hospice-level support and therapy during stays.
Reviews repeatedly describe end-of-life and specialized support needs, including one family using hospice care while their grandmother was a resident. People also mention therapy help, such as keeping a parent mobile, and describe rehabilitation experiences in both positive and negative terms. A negative review alleges that physical therapy was not provided during a long stay, while others praise overall care attention and treatment follow-through. Taken together, residents appear to be seeking skilled nursing support that may include hospice involvement and rehabilitation goals.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Communication about calls can be limited
Some reviews describe problems getting in touch quickly.
One review says call handling can be difficult, noting that calls don’t reach the resident directly and instead route through additional steps that can involve back-and-forth when staff aren’t readily available. Another negative review describes issues with responding to requests promptly, and also mentions language concerns during a medical visit. While many reviews highlight professionalism, these comments point to specific friction around communication and responsiveness in urgent moments.
How we summarize
Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.
Features
Housing
120 resident community capacity
Types of Care
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
Miami International (5 miles away)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (21 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
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
Mental wellness program
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
Restaurants
Kiki On The River (0.2 miles)
Jamon Iberico Pata Negra (0.5 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (0.8 miles)
Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina (1.1 miles)
Blackbird Ordinary (1.2 miles)
B Bistro + Bakery (1.3 miles)
Marion (1.4 miles)
Pharmacies
Winn-Dixie (0.5 miles)
Walgreens (0.8 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Transportation
MDT Metrorail - Government Center Station (0.8 miles)
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120 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Miami International (5 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Compassionate staff with engaging activities and proactive medical care.
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