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Riverside Health Care Center in Covington, GA

Riverside Health Care Center is a nursing home community in Covington, GA.

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Riverside Health Care Center Riverside Health Care Center

5100 West Street Nw, Covington, GA 30014

To contact a resident: (770) 787-0211

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

3.2 from 29 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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1 stars
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Riverside Health Care Center Costs & Pricing

At Riverside Health Care Center, the monthly cost for a private room is $5,000, which significantly surpasses the average costs observed both in Walton County and across Georgia. In Walton County, the average expense for similar accommodations hovers around $2,643, while state-wide figures indicate an average of approximately $2,864. This notable difference highlights that Riverside

Floor plansRiverside Health Care CenterWalton CountyGeorgia
Private$5,000$2,643$2,864

Overall Review of Riverside Health Care Center

common 19 reviews mention this

Staffing and communication vary widely

Residents and families describe both attentive care and serious communication breakdowns.

Several reviews say the staff were compassionate, friendly, and attentive during rehab or difficult recoveries, and that the facility was kept clean. Other reviewers describe nurses forgetting requests, not returning calls, long waits for doctors, and a lack of updates about changes in condition. A few accounts also mention overworked staff and rushed care, while others say management changes worsened the experience. Taken together, reviews point to inconsistent day-to-day responsiveness for different residents and situations.

common 6 reviews mention this

Food quality is a mixed point

Food gets both praise and complaints, with some residents receiving cold or specialized meals.

Some residents and families report meals they liked, including one mentioning Thanksgiving dinner and another saying food was good and plentiful. Other reviews criticize the meals as cold, low portion, or unpleasant, and describe substitute meals that were not well received. There are also comments about pureed or specialized eating needs, including concerns about what was served and how it matched preferences. This aligns with the community offering restaurant-style dining and diet support tied to specific restrictions.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Medication and medical follow-through

Some residents and families report concerns about timely medication and clinical follow-through.

A few reviews raise alarms about medication handling, including insulin being described as discontinued and concerns about medicine being given on a schedule rather than a doctor’s order. Others describe missed or delayed medical steps, such as not calling about a sudden decline, low oxygen being noticed late, or ordered testing not being completed for days. On the other hand, at least one family highlights good wound care and physical therapy outcomes during recovery. Overall, reviews suggest medical care experiences can range from strong to concerning depending on the situation and resident needs.

common 9 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and odor draw contrast

Cleanliness is described positively by some families and negatively by others.

Several reviewers say the facility is clean, cleaned frequently, and free of smells. Others report foul odors, overcrowding, or unhygienic conditions, including a mention of pests. There are also accounts that describe the space as older but still clean, alongside complaints about comfort and basic help needs. With reviews both supporting and contradicting cleanliness, it appears to be an area that is not consistently experienced across residents.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Cost concerns, including Medicaid

Pricing is a concern for families, even when Medicaid helps some residents.

One review says taking Medicaid helps a lot, suggesting affordability support can matter for families. Another review strongly criticizes value for money and describes the cost burden during a stay. This fits the listing’s higher private-rate pricing compared with county and state benchmarks, even though specific affordability experiences may differ by coverage. Reviews don’t provide enough detail to confirm how pricing impacts care consistency, but they do show that cost is a recurring consideration.

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Features

Housing

  • 159 resident community capacity 159 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • 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
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

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

Activities

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

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Covington, Georgia offers a variety of amenities and services that may appeal to seniors looking for a convenient and accessible location. With restaurants such as The Depot Sports Bar and Grill, Firehouse Subs, and Chick-Fil-A within close proximity, there are plenty of dining options to choose from. In terms of healthcare, there are several physicians offices nearby including Donna Groover MD and East Metro Internal Medicine, as well as Piedmont Newton Hospital for more specialized medical care. Pharmacies like Walgreens are also easily accessible for medication needs. Additionally, there are various places of worship in the area such as Calvary Baptist Church and Mt Zion Baptist Church for spiritual fulfillment. For recreational activities, seniors can visit the Georgia International Horse Park or catch a movie at AMC Conyers Crossing 16 theater. Overall, this neighborhood offers a well-rounded mix of amenities to support a comfortable and fulfilling senior living experience.

Restaurants

  • The Depot Sports Bar and Grill (0.2 miles)
  • Firehouse Subs (0.2 miles)
  • Burger King (0.3 miles)
  • KFC (0.3 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (0.3 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.5 miles)
  • El Chaparro (0.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Donna Groover MD (0.5 miles)
  • Dermatology Center (0.7 miles)
  • Dermatology Center of Newton-Rockdale, PC (0.7 miles)
  • East Metro Internal Medicine (0.8 miles)
  • Doctors Office (0.9 miles)
  • Georgia Opthalmologists (1 miles)
  • Georgia Urology (1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.6 miles)
  • Carmichael's Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.9 miles)
  • Ingles Market (6.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Calvary Baptist Church (1 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (3.6 miles)
  • Mt Zion Baptist Church (4.5 miles)
  • Sanctuary Ministries (4.8 miles)
  • High Point Baptist Church (5.7 miles)
  • Doug Hauptman Ministries (6.2 miles)
  • Living Way World Church (7.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Piedmont Newton (1.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Covington Municipal Airport (CVC) (2.2 miles)

Parks

  • Georgia International Horse Park (5.5 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Conyers Crossing 16 (8 miles)

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