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Civita Care Center at West River

Updated 2026-08-20 · 4,067 reviewed · 53 listed · Scored from 105 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(105) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Skilled Nursing with Memory CareMemory Care Assisted LivingAlzheimer's & Dementia Care
Civita Care Center at West River
Services
Skilled Nursing with Memory Care, Memory Care Assisted Living, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
Reviews
105

What recent reviews say

Staff earn consistent praise for warmth and attentiveness. Rooms are spacious, maintenance is visible, and visitors describe the place as clean and free of typical nursing-home odors. One reviewer challenged the facility to invest more in activities, décor, and engagement for residents, noting the activity room and hallways feel depressing rather than stimulating.

The business states it offers post-acute rehab, long-term care, hospice, and respite care, and is Medicare and Medicaid certified. Named staff including Simone, Paul, Sandra, Tanya, Melissa, Pauline, and Steph are recognized for dedication. Planned renovations suggest management is aware of aging infrastructure.

Praised for
  • friendly and compassionate staff
  • clean, well-maintained facility
  • attentive care and quick response
  • spacious rooms
  • warm, welcoming atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • limited activities and recreation
  • décor and atmosphere need improvement
  • climate control issues on some floors
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Best for: Families seeking post-acute rehab or long-term care with attentive, friendly staff.
Think twice if: Those prioritizing robust recreational programming and modern décor may find the activity offerings and facility aesthetics underwhelming.

Strengths

  • Skilled nursing with memory care specialization
  • Staff praised for warmth and responsiveness
  • Spacious rooms and clean environment
  • Medicare and Medicaid accepted

Worth knowing

  • Named staff recognized: Simone, Paul, Sandra, Tanya, Melissa, Pauline, Steph
  • Spacious double-occupancy rooms
  • Saturday morning hymn sing activity
  • Planned facility renovations underway
  • Case worker and PT consultations documented
  • One resident stay over two years

What reviews say by service

Skilled Nursing with Memory Care
Staff attentive and compassionate; care quality praised by families with long-term residents.
Memory Care Assisted Living
Clean, friendly environment; staff response praised, though activity offerings flagged as limited.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
No specific dementia-care details in reviews, though facility serves memory-care population.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.3 average across the 46 skilled nursing with memory care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 54
Review volume 88
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
14
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4
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5
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10

Common questions

Can I bring family and friends to visit?
Yes. Staff accommodates group visits and has answered visitor questions efficiently. A Saturday morning hymn sing at 11:30 is listed.
Is the facility accepting Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes. The business states it is Medicare certified and Medicaid certified.

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Last updated 2026-08-20