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First Community Village

877-364-2570

1800 Riverside Drive

Columbus, OH 43212

Community Type:
  • Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing
Senior Service Type:
  • Home Care Aide Services
  • Home Health Care
  • Hospice
  • Primary Care

Residents may access incremental Senior Services, such as Home Healthcare, Hospice, or at-home primary care or insurance solutions through National Church Residences or its affiliates. Additional costs may apply. For information Services & Living Options | National Church Residences

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Where to Begin Your Search

We know choosing a senior living community can be a difficult decision, and not every community is the right fit for every individual or family. Our hope is that by providing an honest and complete picture of what we have to offer, we can help you discover if First Community Village is right for you.

Welcome to First Community Village

At First Community Village, you’ll find yourself surrounded by engaging, cultured and highly social individuals who are welcoming to new friends and who love being in the heart of Columbus. The active, everyday life you lead will be enhanced with increased opportunities for exploration and growth, making First Community Village a place you’ll truly enjoy calling home.

Take a look at our services and living options to find a lifestyle to fit your needs. Services & Living Options

Our Mission and Values

First Community Village strives to provide the highest quality housing, services and care for its residents, enabling them to live healthier and more satisfying lives. How? By providing those things in an environment that promotes community, independence and innovation.

We believe in the vitality of older adults and strive to meet or surpass their expectation of exceptional living opportunities in an intriguing, cultural environment. We also believe in the value of promoting healthy living that nourishes the mind, body and spirit.

Our Offerings

To deliver on the promise of our Mission and Values, First Community Village offers:

  • An all-inclusive lifestyle
  • Person-centered continuing care premier services and amenities, including restaurant-style dining
  • A plethora of social, cultural, educational and spiritual opportunities
  • A level of attention beyond compare down to the tiniest detail
  • A beautifully landscaped campus

See if the maintenance- and worry-free lifestyle at First Community Village is right for you by scheduling an appointment today.

Our Traditions

With more than 60 years of experience, First Community Village is proud to put residents first. Our traditional strengths have made us one of the most desirable full-service retirement communities in Columbus.

In 1961, Dr. Roy Burkhart, senior minister at First Community Church, envisioned a retirement community for Upper Arlington, “a place to live in security with little worry, and with the upholding of many.” Since 1963, we have turned tradition and hometown pride into a great way to embrace the future while helping seniors from all over the state and beyond.

It’s All In Front of You

Beyond the style and comfort of our residences and the beauty of our campus, First Community Village is dedicated to providing services and amenities that help our residents live healthy, satisfying lives. For instance, our health center is equipped with:

  • A state-of-the-art therapy gym
  • Private rehabilitation suites
  • A team of qualified physicians, nurses and therapists

Plus, with a variety of clubs and activities, such as swimming, volunteering, cultural events, movie nights and much more, there’s plenty to keep you busy here. No matter what you’re interested in, there is something for everyone at First Community Village.

Better yet, our ideal location in central Ohio gives you easy access to everything that Columbus and its surrounding area has to offer.

Learn More About Our Community

With numerous housing options, a person-centered approach to care, and a variety of activities to keep people engaged in body and mind, it’s clear that the wellbeing of our residents is a priority at First Community Village.

If you’d like to learn more about our community and how it differs from others in Greater Columbus, please contact us today.

National Church Residences does not discriminate against individuals based on race, color, disability, familial status, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, payment source, or any other class protected by applicable law, whether in employment or its activities, programs, or services. National Church Residences also does not discriminate based on age, except as required by government entitlements or permitted by applicable law for seniors.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write to:
U.S. Department of the Treasury, Director, Office of Civil Rights and Equal Employment Opportunity
1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.,
Washington, DC 20220;
or send an e-mail to:
[email protected]