The Villas at St. Therese - Independent Living

    5253 E Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43213
    3.7 · 6 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    4.0

    Caring management, nice units, limited

    I toured this Catholic-run community and - while I was not considered for admission because of my Huntington's disease and felt staff interaction around my care needs was lacking - I was impressed by management, who seemed caring, knowledgeable, and truly invested in residents' happiness. The one-bedroom units are comfortable with large, safety-equipped bathrooms, bay windows and patios; the grounds are pleasant, residents friendly, and there are good meal/self-serve options, activities, a beauty shop and movies. Overall, I would highly recommend it for people whose care needs match what they provide.

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    3.67 · 6 reviews

    Overall rating

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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      3.3
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      3.7

    Pros

    • Comfortable one-bedroom apartments
    • Large bathrooms with safety features
    • Kind and informative staff
    • Friendly residents
    • Pleasant yard/outdoor space
    • Meal options and self-serve cooking
    • Available activities (crafts and puzzles)
    • On-site beauty shop
    • Movie screenings
    • Bay windows and patios
    • Fabulous, caring, knowledgeable management
    • Ongoing resident-focused care
    • Positive recommendations from reviewers

    Cons

    • Limited or no staff interaction reported by at least one reviewer
    • Admissions restrictions for Huntington's disease
    • Care needs not met for certain conditions
    • Some people not considered for admission
    • Catholic-based provider (religious affiliation may affect fit for some)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is predominantly positive about the living environment, amenities, activities, and management, but there are specific and consequential concerns about admissions and the facility's ability to meet certain care needs.

    Facilities and apartments: Reviewers consistently describe comfortable one-bedroom apartments with attractive architectural features such as bay windows and patios. Bathrooms are noted as large and equipped with safety features, which indicates attention to resident safety and accessibility. The property also has pleasant outdoor space (a yard) that residents find enjoyable. On-site amenities mentioned include a beauty shop and regular movie screenings, which contribute to a convenient, homelike atmosphere.

    Staff and management: The staff and management receive mixed but largely favorable mentions. Multiple summaries call staff kind and informative, and management is described in particularly glowing terms—"fabulous," "caring," and "knowledgeable." Reviewers emphasize that management truly cares about residents, focuses on ongoing care, and is a reason some would highly recommend the community. However, there is at least one report noting no staff interaction with a resident, suggesting variability in staff engagement or differences in individual experiences.

    Care quality and admissions: A notable pattern in the reviews is that the community may not accept or be able to meet the needs of residents with certain medical conditions. Specifically, one reviewer reported being rejected due to Huntington's disease and commented that the facility did not meet their care needs and did not consider them for admission. These points indicate the Villas at St. Therese functions primarily as an independent living community and may have explicit clinical or policy-based limits on admitting people with progressive neurological conditions or higher-level care needs. Prospective residents and families should verify clinical capabilities and admission criteria up front.

    Dining and activities: Dining appears flexible, with reviewers noting meal options plus the ability to self-serve or cook, which suits residents who want autonomy over meals. Activities highlighted include crafts and puzzles, as well as organized movie screenings—amenities that support socialization and engagement for independent residents.

    Culture and fit: The community is identified as a Catholic-based provider. For many residents this may align with expectations and be a positive aspect, but it is an important consideration for those for whom religious affiliation is a factor in choosing a residence. Combined with the admissions and care limitations, the community seems best suited to independent older adults who are fairly self-sufficient, seek a warm and managed living environment, enjoy on-site activities and social life, and do not require specialized medical or memory care.

    Bottom line: The Villas at St. Therese appears to offer comfortable apartments, useful safety features, pleasant grounds, a good range of social and personal services, and highly regarded management and much of the staff. However, there are explicit concerns about the facility's willingness or ability to admit and care for people with certain conditions (e.g., Huntington's disease) and at least one report of limited staff interaction. Prospective residents should confirm admission policies, the scope of clinical care available, and typical staff engagement levels to ensure the community is a good match for their medical and social needs.

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    About The Villas at St. Therese - Independent Living

    The Villas at St. Therese - Independent Living sits on 15 quiet, wooded acres in Columbus, Ohio, and the place does feel peaceful, with deer sometimes wandering by and a pond where you can just watch the fountain for a bit, especially on sunny afternoons when the light's pretty on the water. The community welcomes seniors looking for independence, with different kinds of senior living options right in the same area, letting folks move between independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, or even memory care if they need more help down the road. The place's small size gives it a friendly, homey feel, and they do focus on dignity and keeping things as normal as possible, rather than everything feeling like a big institution-so neighbors get to know each other and it's not strange to end up sharing stories with someone new in the dining room or at the cheerful ice cream parlor, which has checkerboard floors, stools at the counter, and big sunny windows looking outside.

    The apartments here come in one- or two-bedroom layouts, all with plenty of space and bright windows, and you can bring your own furniture and decorations, so things feel familiar, not like a hotel. Housekeeping, laundry, and health maintenance come standard for independent living, so folks can spend time on hobbies and activities instead of daily chores. The grounds have paved walking paths, white-fenced lawns, and there's a fitness room, beauty shop, and a library with wooden shelves, computer access, and soft armchairs for people who like to read or relax. There are also laundry facilities, extra storage lockers for residents, a social lounge, and places for worship and reflection-including a serene chapel with stained glass. The chaplain and spiritual team are around to help with spiritual needs, and the chapel has daily Mass.

    Meal options are available in the bright dining room, which has high ceilings, chandeliers, and fireplaces-a place where people come together for meals, though you can eat in your apartment if you like. There are regular social gatherings and activities, with monthly visits from the public library and podiatry services to help with health, plus a life safety pendant for added security. The staff keeps to certain caregiver-to-senior ratios as part of their license, though it's good to double-check that license status. Residents have easy access to nearby shopping and restaurants, and the campus does offer affordable options for middle-income seniors. Social connections are important here, with a focus on family values, and the staff works with residents and families to make care plans that match what people want and need, so folks can spend less time worrying and more time enjoying the little things-whether it's ice cream in the afternoon, reading by the window, or just a quiet walk by the pond.

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