Harrison on 5th by Senior Star sits along the Olentangy River near Perry Street Park in the Near Northside District, close to downtown Columbus, with shopping, dining, and medical care nearby, so residents have a lot of city conveniences close at hand, and what you'll first notice when walking in is a welcoming lobby with comfortable seating, modern decor, and warm lights, giving the whole place a friendly and calm feeling that most folks appreciate. The community offers different levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and support for folks with Alzheimer's disease or dementia, so whether someone needs just a little help or round-the-clock care, there's a plan in place.
The facility's apartments have a range of layouts, from studios to one-, two-, and three-bedroom options, including penthouse suites, with high-end finishes like dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and even in-home washer and dryer units in most independent living apartments, and the memory care suites include private bedrooms with cozy decor and spaces designed to feel both safe and relaxing, and the bathrooms have walk-in showers with safety features, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, and large mirrors, all made to make daily routines easier and safer.
There's a lot of common areas with big windows that let in a lot of natural light, comfy seating, tables for games or socializing, and inviting places to spend time with friends, and the dining rooms, both main and private, also have large windows and tables set for meals for everyone, including those in general and memory care areas; the facility does restaurant-style dining and even allows residents to eat whenever they want with the Signature Anytime Dining Program, plus there's a well-stocked café and a bar in the common area, so folks have more choice about where and how they eat and visit with neighbors.
For health and wellness, there are activity rooms with exercise equipment like Rock Steady Boxing, fitness facilities with daily classes, chef-led cooking classes, and signature programs like SENSO - THINK & MOVE® that focus on both the mind and body, and independent living and assisted living residents have access to over 100 monthly activities, outings, and life enrichment programs, including cultural and social events in the city and on-site; the memory care section introduces innovative programs like Destination Stations®, Music & Memory℠, Snoezelen® Multi-Sensory Environments, and personalized care plans, while residents needing skilled nursing get licensed medical care, therapies, medication reminders, and support for chronic illnesses, along with hospice care as needed.
Outside, residents can spend time in landscaped courtyards with seating and umbrellas for shade, walk the paths, tend to gardens, take in city views, or join outdoor social events. The whole place is pet-friendly for both assisted and independent living, and there's always 24-hour security and staff, such as onsite Care Partners and healthcare professionals, to provide help with anything from bathing and dressing to transportation and medication management.
The building has handicap accessibility, Wi-Fi, controlled entry, scheduled transport for appointments and events, emergency response systems, daily housekeeping, all utilities except phone, cable, and internet, and maintenance staff to handle repairs; residents can enjoy pampering in the on-site salon, connect through monthly community events, and see daily life and activities through tours or a photo gallery posted by the facility.
Harrison on 5th by Senior Star has a good reputation for friendly, kind staff, achieving an 8.9 review score based on feedback, and has earned awards for its activities and meals, with chefs preparing nutritious food from quality ingredients and a focus on keeping residents engaged in ways that support social, physical, mental, and emotional wellness. The aim is to make sure everyone can experience a life well-lived, no matter their needs, in a place that feels comfortable, safe, and alive with opportunities to learn, move, and connect.
