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Forest Ridge

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151 Village Park Dr, West Jefferson, NC 28694

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5.0
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My wife has been in Memory Care Unit for over three and a half years. From day one she has been cared for by a very caring and professional staff. The facility is kept very clean and the meals provided are both balanced and favorable. Prior to the pandemic many activities and field tr

About the facility
Forest Ridge

Forest Ridge is an assisted living and memory care community offering extensive services and amenities in a picturesque home at the foot of West Jefferson. With striking views of the unique physical features of Ashe County, the community is centered conveniently close to local churches, medical care, and shopping centers.

Highly-trained staff at Forest Ridge deliver quality accommodating care to their residents in a warm, friendly environment. Make yourself at home by lounging by the fireplace or on the shaded patio when the weather permits. In their restaurant-style dining room, feast on nutritious, seasonal menus designed by dieticians among your newfound friends and community staff.

Comfortable private and shared apartments offer privacy and solitude, while diverse community activities promote activity and engagement. A full-time social director plans programs and events like wellness programs, card clubs, and local outings to help keep residents healthy, social, and active during their stay at Forest Ridge.

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Senior living options offered

Assisted Living

Memory Care

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Forest Ridge

151 Village Park Dr, West Jefferson, NC 28694

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Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

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Pet friendly

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Pet friendly

Yes

Care types offered

2

Assisted Living, Memory Care

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Amenities
at Forest Ridge

Healthcare Services

  • Memory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Diabetic Care

Meals & Dining

  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • No Sugar
  • Pureed Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Meals Provided
  • Special Dining Programs

Room Amenities

  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Bath Tubs
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Ground Floor Units

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

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

Common areas

  • TV Lounge
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Barber Shop
  • Meeting Room
  • Beauty Salon
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Central Fireplace
  • Outside Patio
  • Private Bath
  • Outdoor Common Areas

Recreational areas

  • Piano or Organ
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Game Room

Services

  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Housekeeping
  • Beautician

Languages spoken

  • English

Activities

  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Bible Study Group
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Book Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Activities Off-site
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Karaoke
  • Walking Club
  • Cooking Classes
  • Dances
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Art Classes
  • Live Well Programs
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Birthday Parties
  • Christian Services
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Community Service Programs
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Wii Bowling
  • Holiday Parties
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Cooking Club
  • Gardening Club
  • Stretching Classes
  • Activities On-site
  • Intergenerational Programs

Reviews

for Forest Ridge

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3.0
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5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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A Place for Mom has scored Forest Ridge with 3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 1 review in the last 2 years. Over all time, Forest Ridge has 9 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.
Overall Rating
4.5
Cleanliness
4.6
Friendliness
4.6
Care Services
4.6
Staff
4.3
Meals & Dining
4.3
Activities
4.5
Value for Cost
4.2
A Place for Mom has scored Forest Ridge with 3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 1 review in the last 2 years. Over all time, Forest Ridge has 9 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.
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Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
May 17, 2024
3.0
Verified Review
Review for Forest Ridge
I still see an issue with being understaffed. I guess it's still considered the best choice in this area.
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
3
Care Services
3
Staff
3
Meals & Dining
3
Activities
3
Value for Cost
3
Response from Forest Ridge
May 22, 2024
Hello, Thank you for your feedback and we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the issues outlined in your review. Please be assured that we're actively working on solutions to better serve our residents and families. We're dedicated to continuous improvement, and your continued support is appreciated. If you have further concerns or suggestions, we encourage you to reach out to Kyle Jones, Regional Director of Operations, at kyle.jones@navionsl.com.
Vernon T - Family/friend
Memory Care
August 11, 2022
5.0
Great Care
My wife has been in Memory Care Unit for over three and a half years. From day one she has been cared for by a very caring and professional staff. The facility is kept very clean and the meals provided are both balanced and favorable. Prior to the pandemic many activities and field trips were provided to the residents who chose to attend. In the past few months, all of these events have returned for the residents to enjoy. At Forest Ridge, the resident comes first and foremost. A top-notched leadership team and a caring and dedicated staff provide excellent care for the residents. These are very difficult jobs, and it takes special people to fulfill these tasks.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
anonymous - Toured community
Assisted Living
February 3, 2022
4.0
Verified Review
Tour of Forest Ridge
Forest Ridge seemed like a great place and we really liked it, we are actually still in touch with them in case things continue to decline where my loved one is at. The only turn off for us was when we went to visit the memory care side, we got a strong smell of urine. At the time we were looking, the location was further away than we would have liked.
Linda - Family/friend
Assisted Living
November 4, 2021
5.0
Verified Review
A great supportive and excellent staff
We chose Forest Ridge because it came recommended to us. I called several places and when I called this facility, they said they had nurses on staff and would be able to deal with any of his medical needs instead of just sending him to the hospital. They also said eventually when he needed hospice, they would come to him and he would not have to move. Every staff member from the time they came to my home to evaluate him to the hospice nurses were wonderful. They were always so supportive and I always had a shoulder to cry on if needed. They were always so helpful with anything that we needed, especially with financial questions about the VA. I have only good things to say about them and I would highly recommend them to others who are looking.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
5
Care Services
5
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
5
Value for Cost
4
Karen - Resident/client
Assisted Living
August 17, 2021
4.0
Verified Review
I would suggest you check other places out. The nursing care isn't the best. The community is on the expensive side. There are activities going on at different times for the residents. There are physical activates such as exercises and we have an activities director on site.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
5
Value for Cost
3
Shelby - Family/friend
Memory Care
December 11, 2020
5.0
Verified Review
my experience at forest ridge is beyond what i expected
The staff is very helpful, caring, and nice. The communication of the staff is amazing, I receive an email or call if there are any changes. They have taken care of my loved one and it has been a very good place. My loved one said it's bright and a happy place. She likes the food in this community also. I would definitely recommend this community to others.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
August 30, 2017
5.0
Verified Review
Beyond our expectations
This community has gone beyond our expectations in their care for our mother. I have not seen my mother so content in many years. She is taking part in the activities and on the field trips she has helped the needy kids pick-out school supplies, she helped a friend find a watch. The community is beautiful, clean and welcoming.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Family/friend
Memory Care
July 27, 2015
5.0
Verified Review
A Good Experience
I just think Forest Ridge did a really good job on helping my loved one adjust to the atmosphere. It is a difficult time for anyone, but my loved one ended up liking it at Forest Ridge. It was a good experience.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Daughter in law - Family/friend
Memory Care
October 9, 2013
4.5
Verified Review
Things went well when we put her in f...
Things went well when we put her in for assisted living, but the only thing we've come up against, which nobody told us is we had already had her signed up and everything, my brother in law is power of attorney over her finances, and they told us there was a $3000 non refundable community fee, she was adding it non chalantly like everybody knew about it and they just looked at each other and said they thought the other person told us about it. Everything else has been pretty good, my brother in law says they get your money and then they don't care about nothing and they don't give us attention like when we first went. I know she's satisfied there, she says she likes it and more people come to see her there, she used to say negative things to my husband and she doesnt say things like that now.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5
Care Services
4.5
Activities
4.5
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  • Confirm the availability of required services: Before you commit, make sure that the community offers all the services your senior needs, and that those services can be provided within your budget.

  • Know the North Carolina regulations for Assisted Living: Each state has its own laws and inspections processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Depending on your state, you may even be able to look up inspection reports for the community(ies) you’re considering. Learn more about North Carolina regulations for Assisted Living.

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