Ridge Crest At Meadow Ridge

Hearing stories like this is what it’s all about. 💙 We’re proud to provide expert care, personalized support and a comfortable environment to help residents regain strength and recover with confidence.​

​Learn more about Sub-Acute Rehabilitation at Ridge Crest: https://www.meadowridge.com/sub-acute-rehabilitation/

When memory changes become part of the journey, families want more than care—they want comfort, connection and confidence that their loved one is supported every day 💙​

​At Ridge Crest’s Mind & Memory Care neighborhood, that support comes to life through personalized care, dementia-trained associates, thoughtfully designed spaces and meaningful daily experiences that help residents feel engaged, connected and at home ✨🏡🐠​

Our latest article explores simple, research-backed ways to support memory and cognitive wellness—and how thoughtful support can make a difference at every stage. 🧠​
https://www.meadowridge.com/resources/everyday-things-seniors-can-do-to-improve-memory/

We recently gathered to celebrate the retirement of someone truly special—Lois Morgado. 💙​

​Lois has been an LPN at Ridge Crest for 15 years, and, in her own words, these have been the best years of her career. Her warmth, dedication and steady presence have made a lasting impact on residents, families and colleagues alike.​

​To wish her well as she prepares to move to Florida to be closer to her family, our team came together for a heartfelt potluck send-off—complete with many of Lois’s favorite dishes and plenty of shared memories.​

​We will miss her dearly and wish her all the very best in this next chapter. 🌴✨

⚽🌍 Who’s been tuning into the ? One of the best parts of the tournament is seeing so many countries, cultures and traditions come together on one global stage.​

​It reminds us of something we value at Ridge Crest. Recently, associates celebrated Cultural Diversity Day—sharing stories, traditions and the unique backgrounds that make our community so special. ❤️​

​Because whether it’s through sports or everyday moments, there’s something meaningful about learning from one another and celebrating what brings us together.

From caring for residents as a CNA to growing through leadership opportunities over the past 15 years, Cristina Cardenas’ Meadow Ridge journey has been defined by dedication, compassion and a deep commitment to those around her. 💙​

We're excited to announce Cristina’s promotion to Mind & Memory Care Director—a role that reflects both her experience and her vision for continuing to build a warm, caring and respectful environment for residents, families and team members.​

Read more about Christina's career journey and join us in congratulating her! https://www.meadowridge.com/news-article/meadow-ridge-names-cristina-cardenas-director-of-mind-and-memory-care/

This Father’s Day, we’re celebrating the dads, grandfathers and father figures whose strength, warmth and wisdom continue to shape the lives around them. 💙 Wishing all the incredible fathers in our Ridge Crest family a day filled with care, comfort and meaningful moments.

A little extra beauty and appreciation for our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). 💐​
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To celebrate CNA Week, Ridge Crest residents and CNAs came together to create beautiful bouquets in honor of our dedicated care team.​
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CNAs on duty had the opportunity to make their own arrangements, while those working evening shifts received a special bouquet lovingly created by a resident.​
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Thank you to our CNAs for the compassion, dedication and care you bring to our community each day!

Occasional forgetfulness can be a normal part of aging—but persistent confusion, personality changes or difficulty with daily tasks may signal something more. Understanding the early signs of dementia can help families seek support sooner and navigate next steps with confidence and compassion. ​

Learn more about the signs of dementia and our approach to Memory Care.​
https://www.meadowridge.com/resources/is-it-aging-or-is-it-signs-of-dementia/

🎉 Celebrating and a major milestone at Ridge Crest! Congratulations to the first graduating class of our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program, offered in partnership with the Connecticut Health Career Institute.

This inaugural group completed their coursework and hands-on training right here in our community, then put their skills into practice during clinical experiences at Ridge Crest. We are proud to support the next generation of caregivers and grateful to our associates, instructors and partners who helped make this program a success.