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Longview, An Ithacare Community
1 Bella Vista Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850
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Longview, An Ithacare Community Description
Longview started as collaboration between Ithaca College, Cornell University, the City of Ithaca, private individuals and community leaders. Designed as a unique home for frail older adults, it was conceived as a special place, a non-institutional home where quality of life and continued care was the focus. First called Ithacare Center, this not-for-profit organization housed its first residents in the renovated Tompkins County Hospital in 1974. From the beginning, Ithacare embraced its mission.
At first we weren’t sure if we could make our idea a reality. At our 5th year anniversary we knew we were well underway, and when we started to outgrow our facility in the early 90’s, we realized our idea had become a reality. Our new and bigger facility, known as Longview, an Ithacare Community, opened its doors in November, 1998. At Longview we were able to expand our mission and range of housing options. We now serve a broader segment of the older adult population, providing housing for the frail elderly in our 60 assisted living suites, and housing for our independent, healthy older adults in 100 studio, one and two bedroom apartments.
Activities were enhanced with a greenhouse, a larger library, a large auditorium, extensive grounds, a swimming pool, an exercise room and walking trails through the woods that surround our buildings. Our new facility allows us to continue the Longview tradition of full and expansive lives for all who reside under our roof.
Today our vision continues to expand with our Garden Level suites providing Enhanced Assisted Living care, and the most recent addition of Patio Homes.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Independent Living
Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.
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Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Reviews:
- The Longview community has been praised for serving residents well for over 6 years, offering multiple levels of care and great programming in association with Ithaca College, making it a fantastic place to age in place.
- Longview is described as a caring community with excellent care, lots of activities, and accommodations ranging from cottages to various levels of assisted living, providing a comforting environment for residents.
- Visitors have noted the pleasant atmosphere, numerous activities and facilities including a weight room, indoor pool, greenhouse, and dining hall with a variety of foods and beautiful views of Cayuga Lake. The staff is described as courteous and helpful, contributing to a comfortable environment for residents and their families.
Negative Reviews:
- One review expressed dissatisfaction with the management and operations, claiming it is run by inexperienced staff from the nearby college's Geriatric Department, leading to unprofessional management, unmet commitments, and a lack of accountability.
- Concerns were raised about the cost and the quality of care for elderly residents, especially those with dementia, indicating that while some staff members are exceptionally caring, others do not meet the expected standards of care.
Mixed Reviews:
- While many reviews highlight the caring nature of the community, excellent facilities, and a variety of activities, there are critical voices regarding management practices, cost, and the consistency of care provided to residents with specific needs.
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What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is South Hill which is 1.1 miles away and has a population of 6,673 (very small town).
- The average income is $86,362, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 72
- Low Temperature: 25
- Average Temperature: 48.9
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 179 days of rain, 54 days of snow and 131 days of sun
- Precipitation: 2.3 inches a year
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Supermarkets
WinLi Market
0.8 miles awayWalmart Supercenter
0.9 miles awayTops
1.1 miles awayWegmans
1.4 miles awayRen's Mart
1.8 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Elmira @ Meadow
0.9 miles awayWalmart South Entrance
0.9 miles awayIthaca Shopping Plaza
1.0 miles awayElmira @ Pudgies
1.0 miles awayElmira @ Reuse Center
1.0 miles awayBanks
Tompkins Trust Company
0.9 miles awayChemung Canal Trust Company
0.9 miles awayElmira Savings Bank
1.7 miles awayAlternatives Federal Credit Union
1.7 miles awayBank of America
1.7 miles awayHospitals
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
3.9 miles awaySchuyler Hospital
18.6 miles awayCortland Regional Medical Center
20.9 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
1.2 miles awayCVS Pharmacy
1.4 miles awayGreen Street Pharmacy
1.6 miles awayKinney Drugs
2.1 miles awayRite Aid Pharmacy
19.9 miles awayDentists
Patrick
3.9 miles awayCayuga Family dental
4.6 miles awayDental Care with a Difference
4.9 miles awayDuthie Orthodontics
4.9 miles awayParks
South Hill Natural Area West
0.1 miles awayButtermilk Falls State Park
0.3 miles awaySouth Hill Natural Area East
0.3 miles awayJim Butterfield Stadium
0.3 miles awayKostrinsky Field
0.3 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Ithaca Shopping Plaza
1.0 miles awayChipotle and others
1.0 miles awayTriphammer Mall
4.5 miles awayThe Shops at Ithaca Mall
4.6 miles awayCayuga Mall
4.8 miles awayCulture
State Theatre
1.6 miles awaySchwartz Center for the Performing Arts
2.1 miles awayBailey Hall
2.6 miles awayHangar Theatre
2.8 miles awayRisley Theater
2.8 miles awayRestaurants
Old Mexico
0.7 miles awayDenny's
0.8 miles awaySpicy Asian
0.8 miles awayGolden bayou
0.8 miles awayBuffalo Wild Wings
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