Laurel Ridge Health Care Center is a nursing home community in Ridgefield, CT.
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Laurel Ridge Health Care Center in Ridgefield, CT
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642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Meals stand out in reviews, with some families praising the food and others describing problems.
Several reviews praise the quality of meals, describing “terrific meals” and saying residents want seconds. Others report serious concerns, including meals served cold and repetitive service. When dining is discussed, families tie it directly to how satisfied their loved ones feel day to day.
Residents and families repeatedly mention a clean, well maintained building.
A number of reviews highlight cleanliness and maintenance, including mentions of a clean look, clean facility, and a facility that is smelled clean. Visitors also describe the building as well maintained and cared for. Even amid complaints in other areas, multiple reviewers still return to cleanliness as a positive.
Residents and families describe staff as compassionate and responsive to them.
Some reviews emphasize empathy and support, including staff working hard to take care of everyone and treating residents and families with consideration. Other reviewers specifically note staff helping with day-to-day needs and making sure families feel supported during difficult times. Residents’ comfort is repeatedly connected to how the staff interacts with them and their loved ones.
Reviews mention dementia and Alzheimer support, including specialized staff involvement.
Families of residents dealing with dementia or Alzheimer’s describe care that includes a dementia care coordinator and ongoing attention to what the resident needs. Reviews also mention dementia-focused interactions as a calming, supportive experience for both residents and families. At the same time, dementia is also referenced in complaints where families felt communication or care decisions were mishandled.
Some reviews raise concerns about communication and how care decisions are handled.
One review describes heavy medication and medication-related outcomes, along with issues around informing the family about diet changes and the need for fluids. Another describes scheduling and communication problems that affected follow-up care during a short stay. These accounts contrast with the more positive reviews by pointing to breakdowns in coordination when families needed timely information and accurate care logistics.
The surrounding area includes nearby physician offices and urgent stops for errands.
Nearby listings include physician offices and hospitals within the Ridgefield/Danbury area, which can make it easier for families to handle medical needs or appointments. There are also nearby pharmacies and cafes for day-to-day convenience while visiting.
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126 resident community capacity
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
Westchester Cty (22 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesLaurel Ridge Health Care Center is located at 642 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 in Fairfield County, Connecticut
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