Residents describe a clear continuum of care with medical support as needs change.
Many residents chose the community because they expected ongoing support as their needs increased, describing it as a way to avoid relying on family members. Several also point to on-site medical care as a major benefit, including a fully staffed medical facility and a doctor affiliation that families valued. Reviews also mention specialized support such as memory care and the skilled nursing unit, matching the community’s continuing care and skilled nursing structure. One visitor note ties to convenience for day-to-day living and assistance needs rather than just a tour experience.
common19 reviews mention this
Staff is a mixed picture
Residents consistently mention the staff, ranging from very supportive to deeply concerning.
In positive reviews, residents describe staff as friendly, helpful, professional, caring, and part of a comforting community. Some also mention responsiveness and availability as key reasons they feel at ease. At the same time, several negative reviews raise concerns about care delivery, including medication timing, staff behavior in residents’ rooms, and even reports of short staffing and management problems. A few reviews also describe communication or call access issues when families raised concerns about a resident’s condition or safety.
common6 reviews mention this
Clean buildings and grounds stand out
Residents repeatedly mention that the community looks clean and well kept.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as beautiful, clean, and well maintained, including well-kept buildings and grounds. A few residents also mention that cleanliness and overall management help them feel comfortable day to day. Even where other concerns appear in reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are still singled out by several people. One review also specifically calls out COVID-era mask behavior as not right, which suggests cleanliness alone doesn’t address every safety expectation.
common4 reviews mention this
Dining receives both praise and complaints
Dining is a recurring topic, with both positive meals and specific issues noted.
Several reviews mention the food quality positively, including praise for the chefs and cooks and comments that the food is good. Others are more mixed, describing an occasion where the food was only okay and steamed vegetables weren’t good. One negative review also includes complaints about kitchen cleanliness. Overall, residents appear to judge dining as an everyday experience rather than something only discussed during a visit.
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Cost is a recurring concern
Reviews frequently flag pricing as too high to fit every budget.
A number of reviewers connect the experience to affordability, saying the rates are astronomical or that it’s very expensive. Some comments go further, stating they would move in if they could afford it. This pricing concern shows up alongside other priorities like safety and care, suggesting cost is a practical barrier for some families. One review also links charging concerns to frustration about communication around a resident’s condition.
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Safety and staffing concerns in reviews
Some residents and families report serious worries about staffing and care follow-through.
Negative reviews frequently describe delays in medication, missed attention, and residents feeling scared or not properly cared for. A few also complain about staff behavior in residents’ rooms and the nurses station, along with concerns about profanity and cleanliness. Other reviews describe chronic short staffing and management problems, including not taking COVID precautions seriously. One review also reports a security-related incident during a late-night delivery, which adds to concerns about how consistently staff follow expectations.
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Features
Housing
40 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Columbus Metropolitan (4 miles away)
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
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Mark Sexton, MD (0.4 miles)
Dr Lewis & Sexton Office (0.4 miles)
Riverside Dermatology & Aesthetic Center (1.2 miles)
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