The Victorian at Riverside sits in a tree-lined neighborhood within the Licking Riverside Historic District, and the place has been caring for seniors since 1886, so it has a bit of a long-standing feel, and people say it's known for being a nonprofit community where every bit of the rent goes to support resident care, and it takes in folks aged 60 and up, including people with hearing, vision, or other disabilities. The building's got a modern, single-story design with forty private rooms, each with its own bathroom, and the whole place feels homelike, with two lounges, a dining room where chef-prepared meals come out, and a movie-style theater, and there's a beauty parlor, spa, and whirlpool, so folks can feel a bit pampered if they want. Residents can bring pets, and the building's got a safe, enclosed courtyard and outdoor spaces, so people can visit or relax outside when the weather's nice, and there's always staff around, with 24-hour nursing support and supervision.
Volunteers and local churches come in regular, bringing Holy Communion, music, and leading Bible study and prayer services, so there's a sense of spiritual care. Entertainment volunteers and chaperones help with music, drama, friendly animals, games, and outings to places like the zoo, ballet, aquarium, or even a riverboat cruise, which gives folks something different to look forward to. The activity room usually has people in it, either playing games for memory and emotional health or reading, singing, or handling guinea pigs, and there's always something going on-a movie, a group activity, or a social visit in one of the lounges.
The place offers assisted living for people needing extra help with daily things, memory care for folks with dementia or Alzheimer's, and respite care if someone needs a short stay after an illness. There's medication monitoring, nursing assessments, and help with personal care like bathing or getting dressed. Housekeeping and laundry get taken care of each week, and meals and snacks are all included. The property isn't far from bus lines, so getting to appointments or out into the community happens pretty easily. Everything's on one floor, so moving around isn't tricky, and security's tight with controlled entry for safety. The aim is to keep things as much like home as possible, treating residents with dignity and supporting independence while providing care when it's needed.
