My mother and I visited several facilities searching for the 'right ' assisted living just over a rear ago. Once we saw River Ridge our minds were easily made up. Not only is the campus beautiful, but more importantly the hand picked staff and administrators are beyond compare. Their caring, compassion and kindness is evident everyday, and on more than one occasion I have caught them doing something nice for my mom. Every visit affirms mom is in the best place. I would highly recommend River Ridge to anyone looking for an assisted living facility !
101 Bickford Extension, Avon, CT 06001
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Reviews of River Ridge at Avon
Assisted Living Reviews for River Ridge at Avon
August 28, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
August 05, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Wonderful, caring staff. Well maintained facility. We're very happy with River Ridge.
July 01, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I am a friend of a resident who lives at this Asst Living.
I am there several times a month, on average 12 times a month minimum.
The staff is WONDERFUL. The Aides, and cleaning staff are wonderful.as well as the Recreational Staff.
The staff turnover is very sad.
There has been a Director change in the past year and some staff who are wonderful and caring are leaving due to the changes in Director.
Residents see the changes and are saddened about some of these wonderful ppl who care for them leaving there do to questionable honesty with this Director and tense situations there.
It was truly a very beautiful place, but changes that have happened there are not good ( in my personal option and three other Family Members of Residents who live there).
The dining room seems to be not staffed as it was in the past six months.
It’s sad due to the cost of what the Residents pay to live there.
There needs to be stability with staffing and needs to be a Director who is honest, not passive aggressive.
June 02, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
The staff is wonderful. The facility is well maintained. There are numerous activities on a daily basis. Our experience here has been very satisfactory.
July 17, 2017
I visited this facility
River Ridge at Avon was a lovely looking place, but it was outrageously expensive. The staff was lovely. The residents were getting ready for bingo at the time I was there.
July 29, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
I have a friend at River Ridge at Avon. I saw that there were many people admitted there who need more than assisted living. They also have problems with their administration. With their staff, there were some who were excellent and some who were wanting. The rooms and public areas were clean. The food was excellent; however, people with special diets for different medical conditions were not taken into consideration consequently. Their dining room looked kind of institutional.
December 29, 2015
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We have been very happy with River Ridge, a Benchmark Senior Living facility. The staff goes above and beyond. The are caring and attentive, the rooms are always clean and the nursing staff has been so understanding and supportive. I can't say enough positive things about River Ridge. The management's door is always open. I never would have found this place without the help of Caring.com.
Provider Response
Thank you for your thoughts. Individualized care is one of our hallmarks as we strive to meet the distinct needs of each resident. Please call us 860-677-2155 if you ever need anything.
April 20, 2015
I visited this facility
River Ridge at Avon was an excellent facility. They just recently remodeled everything, and it's perfect. We've got clients there also. The rooms were a little bit smaller but nicely decorated. The food was very good. The staff were nice and very pleasant. There wasn't anything wrong with them. We did see a lot of nice activities, and the residents were participating.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for sharing. Please feel free to contact the Executive Director at 860-677-2155 if we can ever be of service to you and your family.
March 27, 2014
I visited this facility
River Ridge at Avon was beautiful. If I could talk Mom into it, I would love to have her there. They had RNs on staff 24/7. It was a living-to-end assisted living, and you never have to move again. They provide everything. The apartments were nice. They were a good size. The layout was very reasonable and smart. Their dining room and food were outstanding.
March 26, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
River Ridge has a great memory care unit and a high staff to resident ratio. They provide quality care. Mom needed a Hoyer lift, and they allow that. It's a great environment. She's in the memory care unit. The staff is very good. The rooms are nice, modern, and up-to-date. The memory care activities are a little bit different than what you have in traditional assisted living. They have singing, trips to an ice cream parlor, bowling, basketball, and other modified activities. They have entertainment that comes into the building, and they have birthday parties. I like the staff and their willingness to meet my mom's physical needs.
March 13, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
My mom was a resident for 4 years at River Ridge. The facility is beautiful and the staff are caring, compassionate, professional and fun loving people! My mom loved being a resident and made some close friends while there. My brother and I couldn't have asked for a better place for our mom to spend her final years of life. River Ridge definitely provides quality life options for seniors!
December 04, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
River Ridge is a great community. The aides and caregivers are wonderful! I highly recommend this place for a loved one.
December 04, 2013
I am/was a resident of this facility
They keep mom healthy, busy, and stimulated. They respond to our discussions. Glad we came here.
November 04, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
It felt like the best fit and was close to our home. My dad is safe here has things to look forward to every day. Has made new friends. The staff is great-it's a 2nd chance at life and I'm not worried every time he doesn't answer the phone.
November 21, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
River Ridge is a very clean facility, and there were always staff present in the hallways and at the nursing stations. My grandmother's room had a large window but limited space for her personal belongings. The food was served hot when appropriate, and my grandmother had a choice for all of her meals each day. She was checked on at least once per hour, and she could easily call for assistance. The family wishes that there were more organized activities for patients with dementia, but given the nature of the placement we were happy with the services.
July 28, 2011
Other
Facility is acceptable for those who are mobile and have dementia. If you are looking for a place that needs more personal care, it is best to continue to look. High staff turnover related to nursing continues to be a problem. Limited choices in area makes it difficult for those who need assisted living.
August 21, 2009
My loved one stayed here
My Mom has been a long term resident here. In Jan 09 the entire nursing team left. Since then they have not had a steady nursingstaff on. The place looks good,staff is friendly. Many complaints from the residents. Costs are skyrocketing. If you need almost no assistance (6 hours a week) that is included in your rent. Next jump up is $2,000. add that to $4200 rent and it's staggering. Hard to phone calls returned. Not at all what the brochure is selling. beware.
Provider Response
We are very sorry for the experiences you've had at River Ridge. Your opinion, as well as the quality of care the residents receive, is extremely important to us. In 2009, Benchmark Senior Living made the important decision to undertake a complete change in the way we schedule managers and directors. Seven days a week, there is always upper level staff available to family members and residents. Some turnover in response to this commitment was inevitable. The staff we have are committed to providing the best care possible at all hours at all times. Since this time we have also changed our pricing and care level structure so please be assured that many of your comments have been reviewed and reacted to.
Again, we are sorry for any negative perceptions. Please come back and visit us again, as we strive to make improvements a part of our daily commitment to the residents.
Costs for River Ridge at Avon
Services and Amenities of River Ridge at Avon
Costs
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Fee Structure Extra: We Offer A Month To Month Rental
- Assisted Living Starting At: $5250/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $7350/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Coffee Shop
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Features Extra: Library, Fitness Room/Gym, Ice Cream Parlor
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Private Cleaning Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Emergency Call System
Health services
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Wii Sports
- Tai Chi
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
- Activities Extra: Computer Class
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financing Advice
- Financial Aid
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
Languages
- English
General
- Staff Patient Ratio: Vary Depending On Residents' Needs
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Range of services
- Physical Therapy
Licenses
- Licenses: Yes
About River Ridge at Avon
River Ridge at Avon is nestled in a quiet, residential neighborhood in the heart of beautiful Farmington Valley. We're conveniently located off Route 44 in the charming town of Avon, Connecticut, minutes from wonderful shops, dining, entertainment, and medical offices. Our superb location complements the quality of life found within our community. Residents enjoy a carefree lifestyle where they feel secure and comfortable. They marvel at the design of our atrium lobby, take strolls on our manicured grounds and serene walking paths, and enjoy our expansive outdoor courtyard. With all this, plus a wide variety of health and wellness amenities, our residents are active, social, and fulfilled!
River Ridge at Avon offers assisted living and The Harbor Program for the memory impaired.
What Makes Us Special
Residents enjoy a carefree lifestyle where they feel secure and comfortable. They marvel at the design of our atrium lobby, take strolls on our manicured grounds and serene walking paths, and enjoy our expansive outdoor courtyard. With all this, plus a wide variety of health and wellness amenities, our residents are active, social, and fulfilled!
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