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Forest Ridge Assisted Living

151 Village Park Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694

Assisted Living Memory Care Hospice Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(336) 846-1008

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,635

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,649
  • Average State Price: $3,983
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Forest Ridge Assisted Living Description

    Forest Ridge Assisted Living is a large 60 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care, hospice and respite care and is about 16.5 miles outside the town of Boone, North Carolina and is part of the Ridge Care network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9.4 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    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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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    9.4
    Forest Ridge Assisted Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 32 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 1 communities in West Jefferson
  • Ranking in State: 80 out of 1042 communities in NC
  • Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    7.2
    Ridge Care
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 167 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in North Carolina

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture C



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Overall Impressions: Forest Ridge receives high praise from residents, their families, and staff alike. The care, cleanliness, and community atmosphere are consistently highlighted.

    • Memory care residents receive loving and attentive care, making it a preferred choice for families.
    • The staff, including the director of community relations, is commended for being kind, informative, and community-minded.
    • Employees find it a great place to work, enjoying the camaraderie and the opportunity to care for residents.
    • The facility is noted for its cleanliness and the attentiveness of its staff, ensuring residents like Pat are comfortable and well-looked after.
    • Visitors and families appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the engaging and clean environment for their loved ones.
    • Activities and amenities are available, contributing to a fulfilling living experience for residents.
    • The process of moving loved ones into the facility is described as smooth, with staff being very kind and helpful throughout.

    In summary, Forest Ridge is highly recommended for its exceptional care, clean and friendly environment, and the genuine concern shown by the staff towards residents and their families.


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    Health

    On-site care

    Medication assistance

    Alzheimer’s and dementia care

    Music therapy

    Art therapy

    Dementia care specialist


    Services

    Bathing assistance

    Dressing assistance

    Housekeeping

    Laundry services

    Weekly housekeeping and laundry services

    Personal laundry services


    Activities

    Pathways to Discovery

    Daily social activities

    Wellness programs

    Card clubs

    Outings to area attractions

    Recreational programs


    Community Amenities

    Amenity-rich environment

    Elegant and inviting dining room

    In-house maintenance services


    Room Amenities

    Comfortable and spacious room options

    Full, handicapped-equipped bathrooms

    Wireless emergency response system

    Utilities included


    Dining

    Three restaurant-style meals

    Seasonal menus

    Snacks


    Transportation

    Transportation to professional services

    Scheduled local transportation



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Boone which is 16.5 miles away and has a population of 18,156 (small town).
    • The average income is $55,856, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 55.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 158 days of rain, 27 days of snow and 179 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.8 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 24.82 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.62 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 9.86 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 11.96 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    0.6 miles away
    Ingle's
    1.3 miles away
    Food Lion
    2.3 miles away
    The Corner Market
    2.4 miles away
    Lansing Foods
    7.9 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Bamboo Road / US 421
    15.0 miles away
    Bamboo Road / Kangaroo Express
    15.0 miles away
    Brookshire Park Road
    15.0 miles away
    Industrial Park
    15.1 miles away
    Mountaineer Village 1
    15.1 miles away

    Banks

    First National Bank
    0.8 miles away
    First Citizens Bank
    16.6 miles away
    AF
    16.8 miles away
    Piedmont Federal Savings Bank
    16.8 miles away
    BB&T
    16.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    Ashe Memorial Hospital
    2.3 miles away
    Watauga Medical Center
    16.5 miles away
    Johnson County Community Hospital
    18.8 miles away
    Mountain Youth Academy
    21.3 miles away
    Wilkes Regional Medical Center
    23.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    2.3 miles away
    Boone Drug at King Street Fountain & Grill
    16.6 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    16.8 miles away
    Walgreens
    16.9 miles away
    Publix
    16.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Appalachian Dental Care
    16.6 miles away
    Ron L. Reese DDS Dentistry
    16.6 miles away
    Ashley Flowers Family Dentistry
    20.7 miles away
    William B. Arnold, DMD
    21.3 miles away

    Parks

    Bowie Seagrave Memorial Park
    1.6 miles away
    BackStreet Park
    1.6 miles away
    Paddy Mountain Plant Conservation Preserve
    2.4 miles away
    Ashe County Park
    3.1 miles away
    Family Central
    3.2 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Luray Indoor Sale
    17.6 miles away
    SouthMarke
    21.3 miles away
    Melody Square Mall
    24.1 miles away

    Culture

    Ashe County Arts Council
    1.5 miles away
    Amphitheater
    3.3 miles away
    Amphitheatre
    15.0 miles away
    Horn in the West Amphitheatre
    16.8 miles away
    Hands Gallery
    16.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    Monte D Rey
    0.7 miles away
    Hillbilly Grill
    1.3 miles away
    Kristin’s Hook’d On Smoke (food truck)
    1.4 miles away
    Boondocks Brewing Tap Room & Restaurant
    1.5 miles away
    New River Brewing Taproom and Eatery
    1.5 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of NC. It is a large-sized community with 60 total beds.

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