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The Foley Center At Chestnut Ridge in Blowing Rock, NC

The Foley Center At Chestnut Ridge is a nursing home community in Blowing Rock, NC.

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The Foley Center At Chestnut Ridge in Blowing Rock, NC

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  • Interior

    A cozy dining area with wooden tables and upholstered chairs, featuring elegant lighting and large windows.

  • Living Room

    A modern living room with a cozy fireplace and stylish furniture.

  • Building

    A modern building with a well-manicured lawn and distinct architectural features.

  • Architecture

    A modern building with a prominent wooden structure and open outdoor space under a clear blue sky.

  • Bedroom

    An empty hospital room with a bed and a window letting in natural light.

  • Trees

    Aerial view of a building surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage and mountains.

  • Windows

    A brick building with an entrance surrounded by plants and trees, resembling a school.

  • Dining

    A spacious and well-lit restaurant interior with large windows offering a scenic view.

  • Landscaping

    A spacious balcony with outdoor seating overlooks a scenic landscape.

  • Natural Light

    A spacious living room with large windows offering a scenic view, featuring comfortable seating and natural lighting.

  • Exercise Equipment

    An indoor physical therapy and rehabilitation room equipped with exercise equipment.

621 Chestnut Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

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4.2 from 67 reviews
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Overall Review of The Foley Center At Chestnut Ridge

differentiator 24 reviews mention this

Therapy and nursing stand out

Residents describe therapy teams and nursing staff as key to recovery and daily support.

Many reviews focus on rehab outcomes, especially physical therapy helping residents regain strength, mobility, and skills after events like surgery, falls, strokes, and other injuries. Families also describe nursing as attentive in day-to-day care, including medication support and responsiveness when help is needed. Even some more mixed reviews still credit the clinicians’ competence while raising concerns about staffing consistency at certain times.

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Clean, well-kept facility

Residents and families repeatedly mention cleanliness and upkeep as a strong point.

A large share of reviewers say the building is clean and well maintained, including rooms and common areas. Several describe a pleasant environment and good housekeeping support as part of the overall experience. A few negative reviews dispute that impression, pointing to messes, stale conditions, or cleanliness concerns, so it isn’t completely uniform.

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Meals are often praised

Food quality comes up often, with many families calling meals tasty.

Many reviewers comment positively on meals, describing the food as tasty or better than what they expected. Some also note support around dietary needs and appetite. A smaller set of reviews criticizes meals as cold or not appetizing, so dining quality seems more consistent than universal.

  • A cozy dining area with wooden tables and upholstered chairs, featuring elegant lighting and large windows.
  • A spacious and well-lit restaurant interior with large windows offering a scenic view.
caveat 10 reviews mention this

Communication can be inconsistent

Several reviews raise concerns about communication and follow-through.

Some families say they experienced difficulty getting answers or returned calls, even when the nurses on the halls were quicker to respond. Others describe problems during transitions, such as paperwork, medication instructions at discharge, or delays that left a resident without the expected support. On the positive side, some reviewers report the social worker and admissions staff as helpful and proactive, so the issue appears to vary by situation.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

Staffing levels draw mixed feedback

Reviews describe staffing pressures that can affect the experience.

Some reviewers mention short staffing or heavy workload, including concerns about traveling staff and what residents receive when staffing is tight. A few accounts describe delayed medication timing or trouble locating help during busy periods. Other reviews counter that residents and families felt well cared for, which suggests staffing issues may be intermittent rather than constant.

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Activities and daily engagement

Residents mention ongoing activities and day-to-day engagement.

Multiple reviews describe activities being available throughout the day, including church, bingo, and other scheduled options. One reviewer specifically highlights the activity director, and another says their loved one participated or had options to do so. A few mixed comments say the resident they were writing about did not participate much, despite the programs being offered.

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Features

Housing

  • 92 resident community capacity 92 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • 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
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

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Nearby Places of Interest

Blowing Rock, North Carolina, offers a tranquil and scenic environment for senior living. With a variety of restaurants such as Grandview Restaurant and Valle De Bravo nearby, residents can enjoy delicious meals in a peaceful setting. The town also boasts several parks like Grandfather Mountain State Park and Waterfalls Park, providing opportunities for leisurely walks and enjoying nature. For healthcare needs, there are pharmacies like Banner Elk Pharmacy and physicians like Clark Family Medicine within close proximity. In case of emergencies, the Appalachian Regional Healthcare System is conveniently located nearby. Places of worship such as Pleasant Grove Baptist Church and transportation options like U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer are also easily accessible. Overall, Blowing Rock provides a comfortable and convenient setting for seniors looking to enjoy their retirement years in a serene environment.

Restaurants

  • Grandview Restaurant (7.6 miles)
  • The Pedalin' Pig-Banner Elk (10 miles)
  • Valle De Bravo (10.2 miles)
  • Bella's (10.7 miles)
  • Cam Rahn Bay (11.3 miles)
  • Banner Elk Cafe (11.9 miles)
  • Sorrento's Italian Bistro (11.9 miles)

Parks

  • Grandfather Mountain State Park (9.8 miles)
  • Waterfalls Park (15.5 miles)
  • Roan Mountain State Park (23.6 miles)
  • Town of Mountain City Recreation Building (24.1 miles)
  • Ralph Stout Park (24.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Fred and Larry's Coffee (10.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Banner Elk Pharmacy (11.8 miles)
  • Epic Pharmacies (15.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (15.7 miles)
  • Boone Drugs (22.7 miles)
  • Roan Mountain Pharmacy (23.3 miles)
  • Epic Pharmacies (23.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (24.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Clark Family Medicine (15.6 miles)
  • Avery County Health Department (15.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Appalachian Regional Healthcare System (15.7 miles)
  • Johnson County Hospital (22.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (20.9 miles)
  • Roan Creek Baptist Church (21.1 miles)
  • Hale Community Ministries (21.5 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (21.8 miles)
  • Nelson Chapel Baptist Church (21.8 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (21.9 miles)
  • Big Laurel Christian Union (22.7 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (23.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Heritage Hall (24.1 miles)

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