Rivermead

About Rivermead

Rivermead in Peterborough, NH is an assisted living community that offers a wide range of amenities and care services to ensure a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. The community features a beauty salon where residents can pamper themselves, and they can enjoy their favorite shows through cable or satellite TV in the comfort of their fully furnished apartments. Devotional services are also available off-site for those who wish to practice their faith. Meals are served in a spacious dining room with restaurant-style dining, providing delicious and nutritious options tailored to meet special dietary restrictions. For those who prefer cooking their own meals, apartments come with kitchenettes. Housekeeping services keep the living areas tidy, while Wi-Fi/high-speed internet and telephone connectivity are provided for staying connected with loved ones. Residents can relax and socialize in the indoor common areas or explore the outdoor spaces such as gardens. A small library is available for book lovers, and there is a mental wellness program to address the overall well-being of residents. The caregivers at Rivermead provide 24-hour supervision and assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and transfers. They also offer diabetic care and support individuals with special dietary restrictions. Medication management ensures that residents receive their prescribed medications on time. To keep residents engaged and entertained, the community organizes community-sponsored activities as well as resident-run activities. There are also scheduled daily activities to choose from. Additionally, nearby amenities include two cafes, five parks, three pharmacies, thirteen physicians' offices, seven restaurants, three places of worship, and three hospitals – ensuring convenient access to essential services. At Rivermead in Peterborough, NH, individuals receive personalized care in a warm and welcoming environment that promotes independence while ensuring their safety and well-being.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ The Rivermead was a lovely place with a beautiful campus.
✓ The staff at Rivermead was very professional and the facilities were excellent.
✓ The ambiance of the community at Rivermead was highly praised by residents and visitors.
✓ The cottages at Rivermead were described as beautiful and accommodating.
✓ The nursing and dining services at Rivermead were deemed adequate and adaptable to residents' needs.
✓ The advisor at Rivermead was helpful in guiding the process of finding a suitable home for a loved one.
✓ The facilities at Rivermead provided rehabilitation services and opportunities for residents to stay mentally and physically active.
✓ Despite some minor complaints about the food, overall comfort and satisfaction with the accommodations at Rivermead were expressed.
✓ Residents shared positive experiences about their involvement in activities and socialization at Rivermead.

Cons

✗ The high cost of River Mead's fees may not be worth it for individuals in good health.
✗ River Mead's business model allocating a large percentage of fees to health insurance may be subject to change in the future.
✗ River Mead hides its not-for-profit status in its tax filings, potentially leading to a lack of transparency for potential residents.
✗ The community is stingy on spending money for cultural activities compared to other similar communities.
✗ There is no choice in meal plans at River Mead, and residents are required to take a set number of meals each month regardless of their preferences or usage.
✗ The absence of recent Fitch ratings for River Mead raises concern.
✗ The price of living at Rivermead is too expensive for what one gets, according to one reviewer.
✗ Some people do not like the people who reside at Rivermead, according to one reviewer.
✗ The food at the community is described as institutional and not noteworthy by one reviewer.
✗ Prices at the community are considered high by one reviewer, despite insurance coverage initially being provided.

Amenities

• Activities on-site
• Beauty salon
• Cable or satellite TV
• Devotional services off-site
• Dining room
• Fully furnished
• Garden
• Housekeeping services
• Indoor common areas
• Kitchenette
• Move-in coordination
• Outdoor space
• Restaurant-style dining
• Small library
• Telephone
• Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Care Services

• 24-hour call system
• 24-hour supervision
• Activities of daily living assistance
• Ambulatory care
• Assistance with bathing
• Assistance with dressing
• Assistance with transfers
• Diabetes diet
• Diabetic care
• Meal preparation and service
• Medication management
• Mental wellness program
• Special dietary restrictions

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