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Community overview

Amica Riverside is an 11-storey retirement residence on Riverside Drive East in Windsor, Ontario, overlooking the Detroit River and close to parks and trails. The residence offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and respite or short stays. It does not have a Memory Care program. Every suite has its own balcony with views of the city or the river, and residents have access to amenities such as a fitness centre, indoor saltwater pool, greenhouse and hobby workshop.

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Amica Riverside is an 11-storey retirement residence in Windsor, Ontario, offering independent living, assisted living and respite stays.

Care & support

Assisted living is offered on a dedicated floor in private, accessible suites, with licensed nurses and professional care aides on hand around the clock.

Care & support

Medical needs are overseen by a Director of Wellness, who is a registered nurse, and a Wellness Coordinator helps organize care services for each resident. A registered nurse is on duty around the clock.

Care & support

Assisted living services include assistance with bathing or showering, scheduled transportation, a concierge and a personal emergency response pendant.

Care & support

Additional services available a-la-carte or as part of a bundle include medication management, assistance with dressing or grooming, continence care, wound care and escort assistance.

Care & support

Respite, short-term and convalescent stays are offered based on availability, with professional support available around the clock.

Rooms & living spaces

Suites are private and condo-style, each with its own kitchenette and bathroom. Layouts include studio (489 sq. ft.), one-bedroom, one-bedroom plus den, and two-bedroom suites.

Rooms & living spaces

Residents can furnish and decorate their suites, and small pets are permitted.

Rooms & living spaces

Heat and hydro are included, and each suite has in-suite climate control.

Dining & meals

Three meals are served daily in a dedicated dining room on the assisted living floor, prepared by Red Seal certified chefs. A self-serve bistro offers light fare and beverages throughout the day.

Dining & meals

Family and friends can join residents for meals, personal assistance with meals is offered on request, and the kitchen accommodates special dietary requirements and preferences.

Activities & connection

Life enrichment staff organize recreational, social, creative and fitness activities such as movie nights, creative workshops, guest speakers, seasonal parties and outings.

Activities & connection

Fitness options include group and individual classes such as Aquafit and strength training in the fitness centre and indoor pool.

Shared spaces & amenities

Shared amenities include a library and games room with a river view, arts and crafts kitchen, fitness centre, hobby workshop, saltwater pool, home theatre, business centre, greenhouse, hair salon and spa.

Shared spaces & amenities

The residence provides a concierge, scheduled transportation for shopping and excursions, Wi-Fi throughout the building, and an emergency response system with personal pendants monitored on-site.

Accessibility

Suites are designed with accessibility in mind, including lightweight door hardware, low windows, doorways and corners sized for canes, walkers and wheelchairs, and bathrooms with grab bars.

Location & getting around

Amica Riverside is at 4909 Riverside Drive East in Windsor, just south of Wyandotte Street. Reaume Park and Coventry Gardens, with accessible trails and flower beds, are across the street.

Location & getting around

The top-floor library is a popular spot for watching ships on the river, and the second-floor terrace often hosts live music and social events.