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4.2 from 59 reviews
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Overall Review of Locust Ridge Nursing Home
common33 reviews mention this
Staff are attentive and kind
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as attentive, caring, and willing to help.
Across the reviews, people often highlight staff politeness, responsiveness, and genuine care for residents. Several comments name nurses, aides/STNAs, therapists, and business-office or social-work support as being helpful with day-to-day needs and communication with families. A smaller set of reviews are less positive, describing rude interactions or lapses in responsiveness, but even those reviews still focus their criticism on specific staff behavior.
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Care routines during rehab
Therapy and rehab progress is a recurring focus in reviews from families and residents.
Multiple reviewers describe therapy support as encouraging and tied to improvement. Comments mention contracted PT/OT, nurses and therapists working to help someone regain independence, and therapy teams helping a resident make noticeable progress. Even a complaint about limited bathing still frames the issue as part of daily care routines.
caveat11 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and maintenance are mixed
Cleanliness is a major theme, with some praising updates and others calling the facility dirty.
Many reviews describe the building as clean and updated, including housekeeping and freshly remodeled areas. Others report cleanliness problems, using strong negative language about dirtiness or the facility looking run down, and one person also questions how frequently a personal care task is completed. Taken together, the reviews suggest cleanliness experiences can vary from unit to unit or over time.
common10 reviews mention this
Renovations and “facelift” come up
Renovations and decor changes are repeatedly mentioned by reviewers.
Several reviewers say the facility is improved, remodeled, or under new ownership with a facelift and updated spaces. Alongside that, a few reviews describe the property as outdated or rundown, including concerns about the look of hallways and photos not matching the visit. Overall, the reviews point to ongoing change—positive in some accounts and negative in others.
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Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Williamsburg, Ohio, this area offers a variety of amenities for seniors considering a peaceful and convenient lifestyle. With several restaurants nearby such as McIntosh Winery, Country Inn Restaurant, and Butterbees, residents can enjoy delicious dining options close to home. There are also multiple places of worship available for spiritual fulfillment, including First Baptist Church and Hamersville Church Of Christ. For healthcare needs, there are pharmacies like Fitzgerald's Pharmacy and physicians like Healthsource Of Ohio and All About Kids Pediatrics within a short distance. In terms of leisure activities, seniors can explore parks such as Mt Orab Park or Sycamore Park for outdoor relaxation. For medical emergencies or routine check-ups, hospitals like Mercy Hospital Clermont and Southwest Regional Medical Center are easily accessible. Transportation options include Brown County Airport (GEO) and U-Haul services for convenience. Overall, this part of Williamsburg provides a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking comfort and convenience in their daily lives.
Restaurants
McIntosh Winery (2.2 miles)
Country Inn Restaurant (5.7 miles)
Butterbees (6.2 miles)
McDonald's (6.4 miles)
Skyline Chili (6.4 miles)
Taco Bell (6.5 miles)
Great Steak (6.5 miles)
Places of Worship
First Baptist Church (2.5 miles)
St Mary Religious Educatn Office (3.9 miles)
Hamersville Church Of Christ (5.2 miles)
FBC Mt. Orab Youth Group (5.4 miles)
Wesleyan Church (5.8 miles)
Hamersville Church of Christ (6.1 miles)
Mt Orab United Methodist Church (6.1 miles)
Pharmacies
Fitzgerald's Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
Fitzgerald's Pharmacy (4.8 miles)
Kroger Pharmacy (6.2 miles)
Healthsource of Ohio (9.2 miles)
Batavia Community Pharmacy (9.6 miles)
Donohoo Pharmacy (10.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (10.9 miles)
Physicians
All About Kids Pediatrics (5.7 miles)
Healthsource Of Ohio (5.7 miles)
HealthSource Mt. Orab Family Practice, Ob/Gyn, & Dental (5.7 miles)
Clarkson Eyecare (6.5 miles)
F W Kibler Milling Co. (6.5 miles)
MD Microsurgical (6.7 miles)
Cincinnati Eye Institute (9.2 miles)
Parks
Mt Orab Park (5.9 miles)
Sycamore Park (10.5 miles)
Washington Township Soccer Fields (12.3 miles)
Withamsville-Tobasco Park (14.2 miles)
Moscow Park (14.7 miles)
Hospitals
Lca (6.6 miles)
Mercy Medical Associates - Batavia Lung Specialist (9.2 miles)
Mercy Hospital Clermont (9.2 miles)
Brown Co General Hospital (9.9 miles)
Genesis Oxygen & Home Medical Equipment (10.9 miles)
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