Overall Review of Highland Ridge Rehab Center
common
32 reviews mention this
Staff is consistently praised
Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind, professional, and attentive.
Across the reviews, people describe staff members as friendly, professional, and caring, with many noting that staff treated residents well and communicated in a helpful way. Multiple reviewers also mention specific support during admissions, care transitions, or rehab progress, describing staff as responsive when families needed help. A few critical reviews disagree and describe neglect or poor responsiveness, but the overall tone is that staff is a major strength here.
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14 reviews mention this
Clean, well-kept facility stands out
Residents and visitors frequently point to cleanliness as a reason they felt comfortable here.
Several reviews specifically call out that the facility was clean, pristine, and well kept during visits and stays. Cleanliness is also paired with descriptions of organized surroundings and a facility that feels maintained. A smaller set of reviews express the opposite—mentioning dirty conditions or infrequent cleaning—so opinions on cleanliness are not unanimous.
differentiator
12 reviews mention this
Rehab therapy helps people regain strength
Physical therapy and rehab support are repeatedly credited for measurable progress.
Many reviewers describe therapy teams helping residents improve walking, stairs, and overall strength during rehab. Several also mention daily therapy, PT and OT working effectively, and rehab progress that made it easier to return home or regain independence. A few negative reviews criticize care delivery and service consistency, but positive experiences with therapy are a recurring theme.
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9 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Reviews commonly mention activities that help residents stay busy and involved.
Multiple residents and families describe there being always something to do, with planned or scheduled daily activities and resident participation. Several reviews connect the activities department to keeping people engaged, including during longer stays and for residents with dementia. A couple of reviews raise concerns about staffing or participation, saying activities were limited at times.
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6 reviews mention this
Dining is generally viewed favorably
Food quality and meal responsiveness come up often in the reviews.
Several reviews say the food is good and that residents were well fed, including comments about home-cooked style meals. Others mention that if someone does not like a meal, they can get something else, suggesting responsiveness around dining preferences. A few critical reviews complain about food quality or satisfaction, so dining feedback is mixed but still a clear recurring topic.
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3 reviews mention this
Families report communication support
Families highlight support from the admissions and social work process.
A few reviews specifically describe help during transitions—such as admissions coordination, navigating paperwork, and being supported by key staff during discharge planning. Some families also mention care meetings or guidance that reduced uncertainty during difficult health changes. While this appears in a smaller number of reviews than staff or cleanliness, it is described as a meaningful benefit by those who mention it.
caveat
7 reviews mention this
Understaffing concerns affect care
Some reviewers report understaffing and gaps in basic care.
Several negative reviews describe understaffing and issues like delayed response, missed needs, or concerns about pain management and hydration. A few also report medical neglect or lack of follow-up after incidents, including falls and infection-related concerns. These criticisms contrast with the many positive staff accounts, but staffing and service consistency are common points of concern among the critical reviews.
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2 reviews mention this
Location feels safe and quiet
Some reviews describe the setting as quiet and safe.
A couple of reviewers mention the facility being in a beautiful, safe area with a quiet atmosphere and mountain views. These remarks are tied to the experience of visiting or being placed there rather than day-to-day services. Not every reviewer comments on the location, but the setting is positive where it is mentioned.
How we summarize
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132 resident community capacity
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
High acuity care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Peaceful, nature-filled setting with easy access to parks and essential services.
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