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Blue Ridge Retirement in Hendersonville, NC

Blue Ridge Retirement is an assisted living community in Hendersonville, NC.

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Blue Ridge Retirement in Hendersonville, NC

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Blue Ridge Retirement

913 9th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 93 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Blue Ridge Retirement

common 16 reviews mention this

Staff kindness comes up often

Residents and visitors consistently describe the staff as friendly, attentive, and caring.

Across many reviews, people say the staff treats residents well and takes time to be present, not just handle tasks. Multiple commenters mention staff working closely with families and making visits feel easier. Even in rehab or health-center situations, reviewers describe staff as responsive and supportive during recovery. A few reviews do describe worry about leadership and care consistency, but the overall tone toward day-to-day staff support is strongly positive.

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Food quality is a standout

Meals and food quality are repeatedly praised, and the community offers restaurant-style dining.

Several reviews highlight the food as delicious, with one person specifically praising a lunch order and others saying the food was good during rehab. A diabetes-appropriate menu is also mentioned by a reviewer who received care there. This lines up with the community offering restaurant-style dining and meal planning plus special dietary support. Overall, dining shows up as a tangible, daily-experience strength in resident and visitor comments.

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Rehab and nursing care get praise

Reviews often point to strong rehab and nursing care experiences for recovery.

A number of reviewers describe being in the health center or a skilled nursing setting for rehab after falls or surgery, and they report positive outcomes. People mention attentive professional care, clean rooms, and personal attention, including being helped back home. Others describe the health care center as different from a typical nursing home and easy for families to visit. The community also offers ambulatory care, assistance with daily activities, medication management, and meal preparation and service to support care needs.

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Clean, well-kept spaces matter

Many reviewers comment on how clean and well-maintained the building and rooms feel.

Multiple reviews directly mention cleanliness and upkeep, including clean rooms and a facility that looks and feels well cared for. Others describe the buildings and grounds as well maintained and the environment as neat during family visits. Cleanliness also shows up alongside comfort-focused comments like “home sweet home” and “well decorated,” reinforcing that the physical space supports day-to-day life. The community offers housekeeping services, indoor common areas, and outdoor space.

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Activities and programs add structure

Residents and families mention community activities and classes as part of daily life.

Some reviews highlight organized experiences such as a “summer camp,” and at least one mentions classes supported for residents through an on-site booth. The community also lists scheduled daily activities and devotional services and resident-run activities. Together, these comments suggest residents have more than passive time and that there are regular opportunities to participate. The amenities list includes activities on-site and move-in coordination as well.

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Features

Housing

  • 43 resident community capacity 43 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Asheville Regional (9 miles away) Asheville Regional (9 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Hendersonville, North Carolina, this area offers a variety of amenities for seniors looking to settle in a peaceful and convenient neighborhood. With several physician offices, including Carolina Mountain Internal Medicine and Pardee Urological Associates, healthcare services are easily accessible. Nearby pharmacies such as Walgreens and Economy Drugs ensure medication needs are met promptly. Dining options like Joey's New York Bagels and Never Blue provide delicious meals, while cafes like Underground Baking Co. offer relaxing spots for coffee outings. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks like East Flat Rock Park and Lake Julian Park for leisurely walks or nature appreciation. For entertainment, Cinemark theater is just a short drive away. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded living experience for seniors seeking comfort and convenience in Hendersonville.

Physicians

  • Carolina Mountain Internal Medicine (0.3 miles)
  • Pardee Urological Associates (0.3 miles)
  • Beaty Dand MD (0.3 miles)
  • Shelton Susan, FNP (0.4 miles)
  • EmergeOrtho-Hendersonville (0.4 miles)
  • Asheville Cardiology Associates - Hendersonville (0.4 miles)
  • Brooks Werner C MD (0.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Team Member Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Pardee Hospital - ICU (0.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Joey's New York Bagels (0.4 miles)
  • McFarlan Bake Shop (0.8 miles)
  • White Duck Taco Shop (0.9 miles)
  • Never Blue (0.9 miles)
  • Dry Falls Brewing (1 miles)
  • Hot Dog World (1 miles)
  • Haus Heidelberg German Restaurant (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Economy Drugs (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • Whitley Drugs (1.6 miles)
  • Epic Pharmacies (2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Underground Baking Co. (0.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Pisgah Coffee Roasters (10.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (14.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (15.1 miles)

Parks

  • Park at Flat Rock (3.2 miles)
  • East Flat Rock Park (4.1 miles)
  • Westfeldt River Park (7.8 miles)
  • Edneyville Park (8.5 miles)
  • Lake Julian Park (11.5 miles)
  • Triple Falls (11.8 miles)
  • Dupont State Forest (12.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) (8.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • New French Broad Baptist Church (12.3 miles)
  • Biltmore Baptist Church (12.6 miles)
  • Iglesia Oasis De Esperanza Church Of God (14.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark (13.4 miles)

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