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Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

5800 Forest Hills Blvd, Columbus, OH 43231

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Westerwood experience

What we like the most about the community is that the staff are very nice and the holiday meals are always very nice to see everyone

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Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

About the facility

Friendship Village of Columbus is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community established in 1978. Nestled in a residential setting on 25 acres of naturally wooded grounds, we are conveniently located near downtown Westerville.

Our community is based on respect for older adults and their right to make choices, which is reflected in our mission: 'to promote independence, wellness, and community for older adults in an active and friendly continuing-care environment.' Our housing options are designed so that residents can live at their highest levels of independence for as long as possible. In all levels of our care continuum, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing, residents are provided social, cultural and educational activities along with a wide variety of special amenities. There's always something happening around our community.

The moment you arrive at friendship Village of Columbus, you will feel welcome. The high spirits of our residents and staff, along with our inviting atmosphere, truly set us apart from other retirement communities in the area. Our residents and staff are proud of our well-earned reputation of being a warm, friendly and exciting place to live. As they often say, 'You can't say Friendship without saying FRIENDS!'
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Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Independent Living

Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

Pricing

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Amenities

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Healthcare Services

  • Incontinence Care
  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care

Meals & Dining

  • No Sugar
  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • Professional Chef

Room Amenities

  • Ground Floor Units
  • Kitchenette
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Full kitchen
  • Air Conditioned
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Resident Parking Available

Pets

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)

Common areas

  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Central Fireplace

Recreational areas

  • Woodworking Shop
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Piano or Organ

Services

  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Stretching Classes
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Tai Chi

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Pet friendly

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Care types offered

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Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

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3

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Reviews

for Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

9.3 out of 10
Review Score56 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.5
Cleanliness
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.6
Staff
4.7
Meals & Dining
4.5
Activities
4.5
Value for Cost
4.3

A Place for Mom has scored Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus) with 9.3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus) has 56 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.

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James G

Not Sure

Toured community

August 25, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Staff
5.0

The people at Westerwood were very friendly and professional. The facility was nice but bigger than other retirement homes that I have seen in the past. The location would be convenient for my family.

Christina Schetter

Not Sure

Toured community

June 24, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Staff
5.0

Sales associate was friendly and engaging. She took her time to answer questions and show me all of the amenities at the facility.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

February 24, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Westerwood experience

What we like the most about the community is that the staff are very nice and the holiday meals are always very nice to see everyone

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

February 20, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Westerwood experience

A solid 5 on everything. Westerwood is the best!! Mom loves the food. There is always an activity going on each day, the staff.....amazing!! Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience

Jarel Lynne B

Not Sure

Toured community

January 22, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Staff
5.0

My family member and I received a two hour tailored visit of the entire facility with emphasis on the independent living studios we asked to see. We met other employees and residents as we moved through the tour and learned about each aspect of Westerwood. The community is amazing - we especially loved the art studio, library and raised bed gardens. The integration of the entire campus was so thoughtful and the different events and activities going on at all times shows a vibrant and active community.

Marcia M

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 17, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

VERY RESPONSIVE TO PATIENT NEEDS!

Pleasant living situation; Clean; Upbeat employees; The only issue I had was when employees would quit, there would only 1 aide trying to cover the whole floor. Then my brother would not get one of his 2 baths/week. Every facility has problems with employee overturn. I have to say the employees seemed happy working at Westerwood and I believe they were paid better than at some other facilities. Therefore, they seemed to have far less employee overturn at this facility.

Madeline M

Independent Living

Resident/client

November 13, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Welcome to your new family and best friend

Super friendly, efficient are their jobs, NO tipping or gifts allowed - could be immediate termination if caught. Polite, go above and beyond. Wait staff mostly students so turnover is to be expected. The staff will answer all questions and needs or find someone for you who can.

Cindy

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 3, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Friendly people, safe environment

Everyone, residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. Lots of activity and trips to different restaurants in the area and different attractions. Weekly trip to Kroger's and Kohls. Foot doctor onsite. The food is ok, could be better. Seems like their is always leaks in the hallway ceiling with buckets on the floor (tripping hazard)

Anonymous

Independent Living

Resident/client

October 10, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Westwood experience

We greet each other wherever we are, the dining room, the hallways, the activity rooms, the auditorium. The culture is friendly and inclusive. Staff people are around and visible, and want to give answers to questions, or will find out. The non profit model gives us personal investment in making things right, and in making improvements to grounds and buildings, a sense of joint ownership.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

June 25, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Our experience

What we like the most about the Westerwood is that the staff is exceptional. yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.

Char L

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 19, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Top notch honest care.

I think that your company is very honest with people, and you tell them exactly what needs immediate attention vs what can't wait until later. They are not out to find things wrong and give vague descriptions and make it sound urgent. Good honest down to earth people to deal with. Trust them with your vehicle safety and care, you will never go anywhere else.

Pam S

Independent Living

Family/friend

June 11, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

It fits for us

After touring a number of facilities in our area, there was no doubt that Westerwood was the right fit for my sisters. They have a lovely apartment that gives them both their private space but allows them to be together. Having two full bathrooms was a priority and Westerwood was one of the few that offered that. They both enjoy the dining room but also like the ability to prepare their own meals at times. So far, staff has been responsive and helpful. There have been a few glitches along the way but everyone seems want to make sure a problem is solved.

Maria McLane

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 13, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

a place that lives up to its positive reputation!

I like the friendliness and the respect that patients and their families receive. The only concern that I have is a problem most facilities have and that is aide turnover. Westerwood has a lower attrition rate than other independent living in facilities, but there were times my brother only received one shower per week rather than two.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 19, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Would highly recommend

Great place, staff friendly and helpful. Physical therapy on site. Podiatrist on site also. Clean safe environment. Biweekly trips to grocery store. Food is good in quantity but not gourmet. Residents all appear happy and social.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 5, 2025

2.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
2.0
Friendliness
2.0
Value for Cost
2.0
Care Services
2.0
Activities
2.0
Staff
2.0
Meals & Dining
2.0

Review for Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

I just spoke to my loved one and read to her what she had stated previously. She says that still summarizes the situation quite well. [name removed] feels there is a lack of communication, lack of training, and understaffing. Food quality is poor, and unhygienic. In particular, several of the dining hall staff could use a refresher on safe food handling practices. For example, serving bowls of food or beverages with bare fingers over the lip of the container in contact with food or liquid. She has also mentioned lack of respect for privacy. She also reported having someone enter her locked apartment to remove trash, and not relocking the door, which is a security concern.

Angela F

Assisted Living

Family/friend

October 24, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

Every time I go to visit my mother, we are greeted by friendly staff and residents . The facilities are always clean and up-to-date. There are many activities, programs, and services that are provided. The food is very good. My mother has made several friends and is very happy there.

Anonymous

Independent Living

Family/friend

August 7, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Great Choice

I love the place. People very friendly. A lot of activities if you are interested. Also, the availability of the health clinic has been nice for my mom. I'm giving my opinion of the place not my mom's who actually lives there but I think she would feel the same.

Marcia M

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 10, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Westerwood-one of the best facilities I’ve toured!

No place is perfect, however Westerwood comes close. I chose the facility because of its reviews, excellent rehab facility, and iis not corporate owned. Many of other facilities tend to get resold to other corporations for profit sharing. Westerwood is privately owned. Westerwood has managed to attract longterm employees - thus a more pleasurable experience for other employees and their residents.They always call to let me know when my brother falls or is injured. The facility has been remodeled and is very inviting. Cleanliness is excellent. My brother has enjoyed the food and living there. Even though he is much better and going back to his own private residence, he would be very willing to come back and live at Westerwood should he become unable to care for himself again at some point in the future. My only complaint - they need to have one more night aide working on his floor. Even though they have a low turnover rate, it is hard for many facilities to hire enough aides.

Darla

Memory Care

Family/friend

May 13, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Our Experience

We really liked the facility and staff. The Memory Care unit is quite different from the rest of the facility. Sometimes they were short on staff, sometimes the residents were a handful,... Everyday was different.

Candy

Independent Living

Family/friend

October 5, 2023

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Westerwood, a great place to live!

My loved one is currently a resident at Westerwood in Independent Living. I have been very pleased with everything at this facility. The staff and fellow residents are so friendly and accommodating. The cleanliness is great. The activities, food and value for cost are also great. Westerwood is the perfect place for my mom. I would recommend Westerwood to family and friends.

Westerwood (Friendship Village Columbus)

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