Review of The Village of Riverside Glen

A wonderful village on the banks of the Speed

Like other Schlegel retirement villages, Riverside Glen focuses on creating a whole environment where every element enhances well-being; this begins with its innovative architecture, laid out like a small town. This unique approach to a seniors-friendly environment includes an indoor café, general store, hairdresser, library and other outlets. The "village" concept extends to the notion of residents living in neighbourhoods, where every hallway or wing is a close community of people with similar care needs. The care continuum here extends from independent living for adults who require minimal assistance, to dementia care and long term care.

Although many retirement homes listed at Comfort Life feature excellent staff, the care staff at Riverside Glen demonstrates an above-and-beyond attitude apparent to outsiders. The Village newsletter, a monthly publication, demonstrates a deep, rich understanding of residents, and shows care and attention extended to all seniors here. Care is enhanced by the latest research into enhancing senior lifestyle and caring for those with special assistance requirements, from Schlegel's close association with the Research Institute for Aging.

Independent living
Assisted living
Long-term care
Dementia/Memory care

$3,927 per month

195 suites

What people say about The Village of Riverside Glen

My 90 year old mom lives there on the retirement side. Well maintained facility.

—Jeanette Arsenault, family member

The palliative care given to our dying family member was exemplary and greatly appreciated.

—Stuart Thompson, family member

Staff is great. They take lovely care of my mother.

—Matthew Brownlee, family member

Riverside Glen has been my home for over a year now. The Pesky Covid Virus has cramped the normally vibrant activities. However, a dedicated group of team members look out for our every need. Right now, the safest place to be is within these walls as the pandemic rages around outside. I would write more but the activity director is calling me to a special hallway activity.

—Lloyd Hetherington, resident

[The Village] became our new home in April 2018. The transition to retirement living was made very easy by a caring staff, wonderful meals and days full of activities.

—Larry Hamilton, resident

My grandfather is in long-term care and [our family is] glad it's here. I'm thankful for all the staff who care for these residents.

—Sam F., family member

[We are] so thankful for the staff at Riverside ... we can rest knowing the care my father in law is getting is second-to-none! I especially am grateful for [many staff members who] have become family to [us] ... amazing support and love and care.

—Cathy Kelly, family member

The staff are all so caring and kind to my mother.

—Bob Traill, family member

Other noteworthy aspects of this retirement residence

Onsite features are spectacular, including an onsite pub, hairdresser.
The many onsite programs and activities include a games room, weekly shopping trips, bingo.
Onsite nursing staff includes registered nurses to personal service workers (PSWs), with a doctor visiting once per week.
A complete continuum of care is offered onsite, from independent and assisted living to long term care.

The Village of Riverside Glen Reviews

60 Woodlawn Road East, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 8M8

A wonderful village on the banks of the Speed

What people say about The Village of Riverside Glen

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