My dad was in his nineties when he became a resident at CVSC. We were hesitant at first due to the relative remoteness of the location.
I soon adjusted to the drive living 2 hours to the south of Willsboro and came to look forward to the drive because of the beauty and peacefulness of the area.
Dad was there for a period of about one and 1/2 years. He was well cared for by the staff and came to think of them as 'family'. We found everyone to be genuinely kind and caring which made a difficult period a more gentle one. Dad transitioned to the Memory Care as his verbal abilities deteriorated and it was the right move as he enjoyed the increased camradery and social interaction. The amenities are lovely and the whole building is clean and attractive. In my opinion it appeared to be the best available in the north country and we were very happy that they admitted dad.
Champlain Valley Senior Community
Offers Assisted Living and Memory Care
8 Reviews
10 Gilliland Lane, Willsboro, NY 12996
Call
(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Champlain Valley Senior Community
Assisted Living Reviews for Champlain Valley Senior Community
August 02, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
August 25, 2017
I visited this facility
I was very pleased with this facility when I visited it. They re-furbished the old Willsboro school & it is very pleasant. The employees were very helpful as well. I would be happy placing my Mom here.
December 05, 2016
I visited this facility
Champlain Valley was very nice. I looked at the dementia part of it. I thought it was very well organized that they had trips for the people who are able to leave. Unfortunately, my mother is in the last stages of Alzheimer's, so she wouldn't be obviously able to do that. They showed me an empty room. The nurses all seemed to be very caring; however, this place is too far away.
April 25, 2016
I am a friend or relative of resident
My mom has been a resident for almost 2 years. I never thought she would leave her home of 80 years, but she loves her new home. It was not easy at first. She went in temporarily for respite care for a few months, and it took a her a while to adjust. When I brought her back home, she couldn't stop raving about how nice everyone was and didn't have one complaint about the place. She asked if she could go back and visit some time. A few weeks later, she moved in permanently. She has made friends, and the staff really seems to care for her, and she loves them, too. I currently live 5 hours away from her and try to visit at least once a month. It's not ideal for me, but I am confident she is being well cared for, which gives me peace of mind. She always seems happy and content when I talk to her and visit her, and the staff keeps me up to date with any medical issues that arise.
February 09, 2016
I visited this facility
My husband and I volunteer on a weekly basis at CVSC. We often come and go throughout the week and so we are graced to see the residents at all different times of the day. Whether they are at excercise, at dinner, being ushered to dr appointments or having a fun activity I see the staff being focused, attentive and compassionate. The food is "excellent" and extends to parties, gatherings and such. I graduated from this faciluty when it was a school and it does my heart good to see it revamped and put to such good use.
February 25, 2015
Other
This review is long overdue. My mother-in-law entered this facility's dementia area in late May 2014, and she wasn't very happy to leave her home. However within two weeks, she was adjusted, liked her room, loved the food, and soaked up the loving attention she received from the staff in that unit and found new friends. It was convenient for my husband and myself as we live in Willsboro. If there was a concern, we talked with Gary or the nurses or staff, and it was always resolved in a very timely and satisfactory manner. She loved attending the church service that Janice Allen provided every Sunday and was always waiting for her hug at the end of the service. Her placement at this facility provided a special bonding time between mother and son in the last months of her life. We cannot express enough our gratefulness to the staff and for the fact that such a facility is in our community. Medical issues caused her to leave this facility in November. We dearly wish that she had been able to continue to be in their loving care until the end.
October 30, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
This is a rather new facility but it is beautiful. The rooms are spacious and you can decorate as you wish. They have movie nights complete with Popcorn, ice cream socials, live music groups that come about once a week. They have outings, they have been apple picking, pumpkin picking and face painting, they take hikes,shopping expeditions and dinners out. At first my Mom was very reclusive but got over that rather quickly and has made several friends. I have ben to visit a few times and twice Mom has informed me that she is sorry she cannot visit but she is busy doing this or that. At first I was hurt but realise now that she has fitin and started her new life. It is nice to know that she is safe and protected, eating 3 meals a day plus treats which she rally likes. The staff has made her feel right at home and have made me a welcome guest. I have to give them a 5 star review and they deserve it. They really know how to show they care.
Memory Care Reviews for Champlain Valley Senior Community
August 20, 2020
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
We looked at all the local memory care options for our mother when her dementia, combined with her high mobility and good general health, made it too difficult to care for her in our home. We found CVSC offered the best care at the most reasonable price, in the most comfortable, safe and least restrictive environment. She was always well cared for at CVSC. The staff were friendly, skillful and engaged with all the residents in the memory care. They made obvious accommodations for each resident's ability and preferences while keeping everyone safe; this is not a one-size-fits-all institution. The staff and administration were proactive in communicating with us, whether for behavioral changes, small injuries, or required trips to the hospital.
Critically, COVID precautions were followed by everyone, and the building was COVID-free when other local nursing homes were not. Finally, our whole family was well-supported at the end of our mother's life, when hospice was called in to oversee her care. The hospice nurses worked seamlessly with the regular CVSC staff, and stated that they found CVSC's end-of-life care to be exceptional, and the best available in the area. We have every reason to believe that is true!
Costs for Champlain Valley Senior Community
Services and Amenities of Champlain Valley Senior Community
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: We Offer Companion Suites
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 81
- Pets: Small Pets Allowed
Licenses
- State Licenses: 260F018
Costs
About Champlain Valley Senior Community
The Champlain Valley Senior Community is a new enhanced assisted living & memory care community, offering the only enhanced assisted living license throughout the greater Plattsburgh area.
The Champlain Valley Senior Community's enhanced license enables our staff to administer a higher level of nursing care than a typical assisted living and memory care residence, effectively bridging the gap between traditional assisted living and nursing homes. In many cases, adding enhanced services and increasing care allows an individual to remain in our homelike setting and avoid the nursing home entirely.
The state-of-the-art senior community offers a full range of personalized services including delicious meals, entertainment, social activities, health and wellness programs, regional excursions, medication management, 24-hour assistance, and transportation to area physicians. The senior home features modern amenities fused with the classic charm and special character of its historic building, the former Willsboro School.
We encourage all of our potential residents and their families to visit the community, meet our staff, taste our food and spend as much time as desired in the building. Contact us to learn more about the community or schedule a tour today. All tours scheduled online will be confirmed within 24 hours. We look forward to meeting you and your loved one! Get the lifestyle you want and the care you need.
What Makes Us Special
The community's common spaces are open to all residents and include an ice cream parlor, a chapel, movie theater, multiple living rooms and gathering spaces, a fitness center and main dining room. Residents often spend time in common spaces reading, watching TV or movies, playing cards, doing puzzles or other activities, and visiting with friends and family.
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