Ridgecrest Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center is an 84-bed facility located in Columbus, Georgia. Operated by the Hospital Authority of Columbus, this center is licensed by the State of Georgia as a Skilled and Intermediate Care Nursing Home. Approved for Medicaid and Medicare, Ridgecrest offers a comprehensive range of services to meet the needs of its residents.
The facility features a 42-bed private room rehab neighborhood that provides exceptional therapy services including Physical, Occupational, Speech Language Pathology, and Respiratory Therapy. With a focus on skilled level care overseen by a Rehab Medical Director, residents have access to top-notch rehabilitation services to help them reach their full potential. The rehab neighborhood boasts 17,981 square feet of clinical space with beautiful views of the outdoors, allowing residents to engage in strengthening, functional, and cognitive activities.
In addition to the rehab neighborhood, Ridgecrest also offers a 42-bed long-term care neighborhood where residents receive skilled nursing care and assistance with activities of daily living. Residents live in a residential setting with natural landscapes and courtyards, providing a comfortable and home-like environment. The center has multiple dining and leisure areas for meals and relaxation, along with a variety of social activities to promote engagement and well-being.
Ridgecrest is committed to providing patient-centered, goals-dedicated healthcare with a staff that brings genuine compassion and considerable skills to post-hospital and long-term care. The facility's mission is to meet the needs and healthcare goals of individuals who require additional nursing and rehabilitation care, one person at a time. Residents can expect nutritious and appetizing meals approved by a Registered Dietician, along with a robust activities program that promotes engagement, creativity, and connection.
With a focus on enhancing the lives of each individual, Ridgecrest offers a wide continuum of healthcare services including intensive rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. The center's licensed therapists are specially trained to meet the complex needs of patients recovering from various illnesses or injuries. Additionally, the compassionate Social Services staff provide support and assistance to residents, helping them achieve their life tasks and goals while alleviating distress.
Ridgecrest's long-term care program offers medically supervised care, diverse activities, and supportive social services tailored to each resident's individual needs. The Restorative Team works closely with the rehabilitation department to design personalized programs for residents, focusing on walking, strengthening, range of motion, and more. With a commitment to continuous improvement in quality care, Ridgecrest Rehab & Skilled Nursing Center is dedicated to providing a comfortable and enjoyable environment that offers both a sense of home and community for its residents.