The Ridge at Clarkston is an assisted living community located in Clarkston, Michigan. The facility offers specialized care and accommodations designed for individuals who require assistance with daily living activities, with a particular focus on memory care. Residents have access to a secure environment, featuring areas and pathways specifically designed to accommodate memory loss, along with robust support systems for those with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. The Ridge at Clarkston operates as a memory care-only community, offering a safe, structured setting conducive to the unique needs of its residents.
The Ridge at Clarkston provides comprehensive care and medical support tailored to residents’ needs. The care team includes nurses skilled in providing regular health assessments, medication management, diabetes care, and assistance with incontinence and ambulatory needs. Occupational, physical, and speech therapies are available to support residents' functional abilities. Medical professionals such as optometrists and podiatrists make routine visits for vision and foot health. The community also offers in-house laundry and dry cleaning services and maintains hygiene through regular linen and towel changes. All accommodations are designed to support full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Residents benefit from secured indoor and outdoor walking paths, as well as organized clubs and community activities intended to foster social engagement in a secure setting. Amenities include personalized rooms, WiFi, shared living spaces, and a barber/beauty salon.
Transportation at The Ridge at Clarkston is available at cost to residents. This service is used for both medical appointments and non-medical outings, ensuring residents can attend healthcare visits or engage in community events and errands outside the facility as needed.
Based on reviews from residents and family members, The Ridge at Clarkston is frequently recognized for its caring and attentive staff, who are described as friendly, helpful, and compassionate. The facility offers a clean and secure environment, with a home-like atmosphere and supportive transition processes for new residents. Communication is noted as effective by many families. Food service is prepared by an experienced chef, though some reviews indicate menu and quality limitations. Areas of concern highlighted by some reviews include management oversight, occasional staff shortages, maintenance issues, and consistency in handling hygiene. Nonetheless, most feedback centers on the staff’s commitment to resident well-being, which is seen as a central strength of the community. Activity options can be affected by external factors, but the expectation is for a full calendar of programs when possible. Residents and families generally view The Ridge at Clarkston as a safe and supportive environment for individuals needing assisted living and memory care services.
Costs at this community start at $3,600 and range up to $5,000. The average price in the community is $4,500, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,064. The cost of assisted living 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.