Riverview Gardens

Activities & programs

Recreational, social, and therapeutic programming is offered seven days a week, including holidays. Programs address physical, emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and intellectual needs through one-on-one, small-group, and large-group formats. Community partnerships bring pet therapy, a mobile library, and culturally diverse programming to residents. A Great Room on the first floor features a projector TV and electric fireplace for community events. A licensed bar with SMART serve volunteers is available for residents and family.

Dining

Each of the 10 neighbourhoods features its own dining room with sunroom views of the courtyard and Thames River. Registered Dietitians develop resident-centred nutritional care plans accommodating specialized diets. Menus are diverse and updated regularly based on Resident Food Committee feedback. The Candied Chaos café offers homemade soup, sandwiches and more Monday–Friday, 9 am–3 pm (cash and debit). A licensed bar and 24-hour vending machines are also available on-site.

The neighbourhood

Riverview Gardens is located at 519 King Street West in central Chatham, Ontario, right beside the Thames River. This long-term care home provides 24-hour nursing and personal care, with access to doctors and other health professionals. Residents receive meals, laundry, housekeeping, and therapeutic care. Amenities include foot care, a manicurist, dental services, a hair salon, and pharmacy services, along with specialized respiratory care. Air conditioning is available in all common areas and resident rooms. The home offers spiritual, social, and recreational programs to enrich daily life. The facility is fully accessible, accommodating wheelchairs and electric scooters.

Frequently asked questions

What types of senior living does Riverview Gardens offer?

Riverview Gardens is a senior living community in Chatham, Ontario. The specific care options it offers aren't listed here yet — Agewise can help you confirm what's available for your situation.

Where is Riverview Gardens located?

Riverview Gardens is located in Chatham, Ontario. Use the map on this page to see the surrounding neighbourhood and what's nearby, and confirm the full address with the community before you visit.

Who is Riverview Gardens a good fit for?

Riverview Gardens suits older adults in or around Chatham looking for senior living. The best way to know if it fits is to compare it against your own priorities and budget.

How can I tour Riverview Gardens or speak with an advisor?

You can explore Riverview Gardens and ask questions through Agewise, where a free advisor can help you book a tour, understand what to ask, and compare it with other Chatham communities. Use the "see if this fits" option on this page to get started.

What should I consider when comparing communities like Riverview Gardens in Chatham?

When weighing Riverview Gardens against other Chatham, Ontario communities, look at the levels of care offered, location and proximity to family, the lifestyle and atmosphere (the sections above describe Riverview Gardens in more detail), and your overall budget. Agewise can help you shortlist and compare options side by side.