Scenic View Rural Edge sits out in Westfield, Vermont, and it's a place that was built back in 1967, which gives it a sturdy, settled feel, and even though it's been around awhile, they've kept up with plenty of updates so folks can live safely and comfortably, but like any older place, it's not perfect, and you might find some cracks in the concrete basement floor or see where the finish work stops and the basement leaves off, plus there are parts down there mostly used for storage, not for living, and the basement connects to the rest of the building by interior stairs, so people can get down there if needed, and it makes for good extra storage when space is tight upstairs. The facility runs on oil heat with baseboards that put out hot water and the building's split into more than one zone so different areas can stay at the right temperature, and there are individual cooling units in case someone wants their apartment cooler than the rest, while the big common areas like the living room with its brick fireplace stay at a steady temperature so residents can gather for visits, movies, or card games, and there's a sunroom that gets plenty of light for folks who like to sit with a book or some indoor plants. There's a 2-car garage on-site for those who drive, and for folks who don't, Scenic View also offers scheduled group transportation and rides to outside appointments, so getting out isn't a problem.
Scenic View Rural Edge classifies as a Residential Care Home - Level 3, licensed with #0151, and it has room for up to 25 residents, split into a mix of studio units, spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments, and ten efficiency units that include a kitchenette, full bath, and even a private deck, plus some spots with large balconies and sunrooms, and whether sharing an apartment or living semi-private, everyone gets a homey space with closets for extra things. Residents who stay here need different kinds of help, and the staff provide care for daily needs like showering, dressing, and help with moving between spaces, and there's support available for folks living with memory needs, Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's, along with incontinence support and manual feeding for those who need it. The facility employs licensed registered nurses and awake staff are there around the clock to help with emergencies, manage medication, and respond to the emergency call system found in each apartment and the main areas, because safety's a big focus.
People like that Scenic View Rural Edge has a commercial kitchen and all meals-three times a day-get made on-site, with meal plans that take into account special diets, diabetes, or other unique food needs, and a dietitian checks on the menus for good nutrition, so residents can eat in the main dining hall, have private dining if needed, or grab a snack in the shared kitchen between meals. You'll find a games room, a movie room with a large TV, a library, a barbershop and beauty salon for haircuts or grooming, a computer room, plus arts and crafts activities and movie nights, and there's a fitness area with equipment for those that want to keep moving, as well as walking and jogging paths outside and secured garden areas for people who like to get their hands dirty, and there's even room for gardening indoors in the sunroom when it's too cold outside. Shared laundry is available with coin machines, and the facility includes indoor storage, housekeeping, apartment cleaning and maintenance, and even dry cleaning, which makes daily life simpler for everyone. Residents are allowed to have dogs or cats, making it feel more like home, and community staff host social activities every day and scheduled meetings for residents and families, so it's easy to stay connected.
Scenic View Rural Edge's building is wheelchair accessible with private ADA bathrooms, all doors have security features and there's 24/7 on-site security, which gives people and their families extra peace of mind, and an in-room emergency response system helps with safety, especially for those with low mobility or medical needs, and the grounds are fenced for security. The property is managed by RuralEdge and they partner with healthcare providers to keep care coordinated, and the SASH (Support and Services at Home) program is open for both seniors and folks with disabilities-the idea is to keep people active in the community as long as possible. The community scores a 3.8 based on reviews and ratings, and while that shows folks see room to improve, some people like the honest, lived-in feeling and all the activities. Scenic View Rural Edge has had 34 citations across 7 inspections between 2014-2018, tied to building, care, and service regulations, and there have been 31 complaints across five years, with 10 found to have been valid, so anyone looking here should know that inspections are regular and sometimes extra ones follow up on concerns. Each person living here receives a personalized care plan, and the staff offer support with health assessments, case management, therapy rooms on-site, and pharmacist services, plus there's wi-fi and telephone access, community support spaces, easy-to-read menus, safe grounds, and a plan in place to help new residents move in. It's a real community for those aged 55 and up, with a solid variety of units and support for both independent and assisted living, with a steady focus on the basics: food, safety, social connections, and medical help as needed.
