Ridgewood Center is a skilled nursing facility located in Ridgewood, New Jersey, and is operated by Genesis HealthCare. The facility specializes in providing nursing home services, including both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. Ridgewood Center also offers respite care and has established programs for post-hospital recovery, wound care, and the management of chronic conditions. The clinical team at Ridgewood Center works to address the diverse medical and personal needs of its residents, maintaining a focus on both recovery and long-term quality of life.
For incontinence care, Ridgewood Center provides dedicated assistance with daily hygiene and continence management. Nursing staff and aides support residents by developing individualized care plans that promote dignity, comfort, and cleanliness, utilizing appropriate supplies and implementing best practices for skin care and infection prevention. Ambulatory care at Ridgewood Center includes support for residents with varying levels of mobility. Staff members assist with transfers, walking, and safe movement throughout the facility, while rehabilitation specialists are available to provide physical therapy aimed at preserving or improving mobility and reducing the risk of falls.
Regarding transportation, Ridgewood Center offers both complimentary and at-cost transportation services for residents. These services accommodate a range of needs, including attending medical appointments or traveling for non-medical purposes such as personal errands or social activities outside the facility.
Resident and family feedback frequently highlights friendly, caring, and compassionate staff, with particular recognition for employees such as Mindy, Anda (Admissions Director), and Shirley (Nursing Director), who are noted for their dedication and empathy. Many families have reported positive experiences with attentive personal care, effective physical therapy, and a generally welcoming environment that provides reassurance. However, some concerns have been raised about administration responsiveness, the quality of food, occasional cleanliness issues, and communication with physicians. While the overall sentiment is one of satisfaction with staff quality and resident care, these areas remain points for ongoing attention and improvement at Ridgewood Center.
Costs at this community start at $1,234 and range up to $14,357. The average price in the community is $7,796, which is less than the average price in the area of $8,391. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
