Orchard Ridge Residences

Orchard Ridge Residences sits at 986 Orchard Way in Dalton, Georgia, and has a focus on assisted living, personal care, and memory care. The community supports both long-term and short-term stays, so some residents live there full-time, while others stay for respite care when families need a break, and folks get personalized help with things like dressing, bathing, and taking medicine, which is helpful as everyone gets older. The Grove at Orchard Ridge acts as the special memory care area, where there's always an on-site nurse and staff members around the clock for those who need extra supervision because of memory problems like dementia or Alzheimer's, and this area's kept secure to help folks who might wander or get confused. Social engagement plays a big part there, with regular movie nights, a library, walking paths, gardens, and activities aimed at keeping folks' minds and bodies active. The community has a program supporting mental wellness and therapy, and there's an on-site barber and salon, which is good for personal grooming without leaving home, and meals get cooked from good ingredients, with options for people who need to avoid sugar or salt. Apartments all have air conditioning, and you'll find parking and transportation options for when residents need them. The all-inclusive pricing makes costs straightforward for families, and the place's won awards for activities, care, and friendliness. Wheelchairs fit easily in the building, and the staff manages things like medications, diabetic care, and incontinence supplies if needed, so people who aren't able to walk much still have support. Reviews land around a 3.7 out of 5, which means people have different opinions, but most seem to agree that memory care is well supervised and staff tries to be attentive. The community supports people who need help with daily life, works to keep everyone engaged, and has a quiet, comfortable setting for seniors.