River Ridge Living Center, located in Amsterdam, NY, is a senior living community that specializes in nursing home care. The facility offers various services including assisted living, memory care, and respite care, with a focus on personalized care designed to meet the specific needs of its residents. River Ridge Living Center aims to promote independence and wellness through its diverse programming, which has been recently enhanced to improve residents' quality of life.
The facility provides a comprehensive range of care and medical support services, including speech therapy, podiatry, and pain management. Residents who require diabetic care can receive support for those on oral medications, injections, or sliding scale treatments. The nursing staff offers full assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, ensuring that residents' basic needs are met. Additional medical services include wound care, stroke care, outpatient rehabilitation, and specialized support for dialysis patients. The presence of occupational therapists and nurses facilitates tailored rehabilitation programs aimed at enhancing residents' functional abilities. River Ridge Living Center also offers resident and family counseling, and has an activity center to engage residents in various recreational and social activities.
Transportation services from the community include transportation for both medical and non-medical purposes, with the facility being conveniently located close to public transportation. This allows residents easy access for appointments or outings, ensuring that they can maintain connections with the broader community.
Reviews of River Ridge Living Center reflect a mix of experiences among residents and their families. While some family members have expressed concerns regarding staff behavior, nutritional quality, and the level of attention to residents' needs, particularly in rehabilitation scenarios, others praise the dedication of certain staff members, especially in the physical therapy department. Feedback also points to issues with staffing levels, indicating a range of experiences that depend significantly on individual circumstances. Overall, while the facility is equipped to provide various medical and daily living support, systemic challenges appear to impact the consistency of care provided.
Costs at this community start at $9,125 and range up to $11,495. The average price in the community is $10,310, which is more than the average price in the area of $6,901. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.