Stafford Healthcare at Ridgemont sits in East Port Orchard, Washington, over on Pottery Avenue, and it's a big place where seniors can get nursing care, rehabilitation, and a wide mix of living options, including independent living in Ridgemont Apartments or different levels of help such as assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and even home care for those who need it later on, and you can choose from studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom or even shared suites, most of them with kitchenettes and private bathrooms, which really helps if you want a little privacy or need more space. The community holds a 4-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and with a 7.6 out of 10 average, it's the fifth-highest rated spot of its kind in Port Orchard, so you know you're not the only one checking it out. Residents there don't have to feel locked in, since people can come and go as long as they sign in and out to keep things safe, and it's nice they have a van for trips to the doctor, making those outings easier. Meals happen three times a day in the rather welcoming dining room, but snacks are always available if someone needs something between times, plus the basic cost covers the apartment, utilities except phone and cable, plus laundry, housekeeping, transportation to places, and a bunch of activities that can range from book clubs to baking classes, group outings to shops or the theater, religious services, and plenty of chances to get to know other folks.
You'll also find there's round-the-clock nursing staff available every day of the week, and they keep registered nurses on-site and on call, so whether somebody needs a little help with things like bathing or dressing, a reminder about medication, or more complicated, ongoing medical support, the right people are around, and there's a nurse call system built into the rooms for extra peace of mind. Medical records, care plans, physician orders, and all that are kept private, but they're updated and watched over, and staff regularly check on everyone's health and well-being, always working with doctors to keep up with care. The place even offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy on-site in their own therapy gym, and they're set up for post-surgical rehab, long-term care, and short stays if that's what's needed, plus respite care and special Alzheimer's services if memory becomes a challenge. Visitors are welcome, including children and pets, and there's a barbershop on-site for haircuts, which is handier than you'd think. Medicaid contracts let folks apply if they qualify, and the staff at Ridgemont, most of whom have a lot of training, work under RN supervision to make sure each person gets both the personal attention and professional help needed for comfort and recovery, always keeping an eye on safety with room features and regular wellness checks. There are also staff to help with advice or planning when changes happen, and the management teams and Purple Door, LLC keep the place running, making sure it's more than just a spot to live, but a place where seniors can feel part of a real, connected community with nice gardens and places to walk outside. Telemedicine help is available too, for those times when getting to a doctor is tricky. Stafford Healthcare at Ridgemont tries to give every resident a living situation that feels calm, supportive, and safe, with all kinds of choices to make it work for different needs and lifestyles.
