The Ridge at Sterling is a senior living community licensed by the state of Virginia, located in a quiet residential area in Sterling, where folks can choose between single room units and studio apartments, and they let residents bring cats and dogs, which is a nice touch considering pets bring comfort to some people, and they've got both independent living and assisted living so it's suitable for folks with different care needs. You've got restaurant-style dining with a lot of diet options, including diabetic, vegetarian, low salt, low fat, and even dysphagia-friendly meals; residents can get room service or have food delivered, and guests can join for meals or stay overnight. Staff are around 24 hours a day, and you'll find nurses and aides trained for all sorts of care, like medication help, bathing, grooming, and personal needs, plus Alzheimer's and memory care, long-term skilled nursing, in-house homecare, physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy, hospice care, psychiatric care, and on-site pharmacy, so health care needs generally get met right on campus.
Residents can join yoga or chair yoga, take part in fitness and wellness programs, enjoy arts and crafts, lectures, story time, game nights, and attend musical performances, and there's a theater room and a recreation room for movies and games, plus billiards, music jam sessions, outdoor grilling, and organized outings, with transportation provided for appointments or trips. The place welcomes people from different backgrounds, including some still working, and has a friendly staff who seem to know how to make things run smoothly and treat residents kindly, and the community encourages connection through group activities and support groups.
The Ridge has a welcoming atmosphere with gardens, outdoor walking areas, patios, and pet-friendly homes. Residents handle their own pet care, and there's pet facilities and some staff can help with support if needed. They've got well-maintained linens, regular housekeeping, laundry for clothes and bedding, and all rooms come with high-speed WiFi, cable hookups, individual climate controls, and kitchenettes in some rooms. The building's multi-floor, fully secured with emergency call systems, fall prevention features, safety checks, and security systems. There's resident parking and guest parking, and they accept credit cards, checks, VA benefits, and provide help with veterans' assistance.
People can pick from different living options because The Ridge has independent and assisted living, respite, and memory care, and they focus on helping people live with independence, dignity, and comfort. The facility has a community fee and entry fee, and offers lease options, and you'll find communal dining, bistro, common areas for reading or games, as well as an onsite barber and hair salon. Staff are trained to support mobility and age-related needs, plus management encourages residents' independence by allowing visits from occupational therapists and providing in-house services from physical therapists. The Ridge remains open 24/7, so residents and their families have flexible access, and the staff works to adjust medication and care plans as needed. The campus feels peaceful and organized, and activities, outings, and spiritual services give folks a well-rounded daily experience, right there in Sterling, Virginia.
