Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne

Memory Care Home
Overview of Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne

Cedar Ridge Senior Living is a sanctuary where seniors are treated like the shining stars that they are. Located in Fort Wayne, this all-inclusive senior living community offers assisted living and memory care services for seniors who deserve only the best. The staff fosters genuine connections with residents and provides customized support to meet their unique needs. Cedar Ridge also offers a variety of on-site therapies to help seniors stay healthy and active, and all utilities are included to make life as stress-free as possible.

Mealtimes at Cedar Ridge are a true delight, with chef-prepared meals served in a charming dining room that’s both elegant and cozy. The community is also pet-friendly, so seniors can keep their furry companions by their side. Moreover, the home also boasts a large recreation room, personal mailboxes, and an emergency pendant program for added peace of mind. With an active community that offers a wide range of programs and events, Cedar Ridge Senior Living is a place where seniors can truly experience a fulfilling life.

(260) 483-4343

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 47

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Indiana average
Occupancy rate 59.6%
Occupancy rate
59.6%
Bed community size
47-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 29 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
60%
Occupied Beds
28 of 47
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
Facility Type
ASSISTED LIVING / RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY (RCF)
License Date
January 1, 2025
License Expiration
December 31, 2025

Additional licensing details

License number: 25-004686-1

Ownership & operating entity

Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne is legally operated by FORT WAYNE AL, LLC, and administrated by BELINDA BRANHAM.

Profit status: PROFIT

Type Of Units

Residential
47 units
Total beds
47 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Director of Nursing: SARA BUCKHALTER

Contact Information

Fax: (260) 482-7476

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne

Assisted Living Memory Care
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Inspection History

In Indiana, the Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care is the primary regulatory body that performs onsite inspections and quality of care reviews for all licensed facilities.

3 visits/inspections

4 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

Results

2 with citations

1 without citations

2 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

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The information below is reported by the Indiana Department of Health, Division of Long Term Care.
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Places of interest near Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne

Address 3.1 miles from city center — 1.79 miles to nearest hospital (Fort Wayne Vet Center)

Address 2116 Butler Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Indiana Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care determination.

CHOICE Program

Indiana CHOICE

Age 60+, Indiana resident, at risk of nursing home.

~$2,000/month (varies).

$10,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Residential Care Assistance Program (RCAP)

Indiana Residential Care Assistance Program

Age 65+, or blind, or disabled, Indiana resident, in approved facility, low-income or SSI recipient.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~50 facilities statewide; per diem rate set by FSSA.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Indiana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Indiana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Indiana NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Indiana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Indiana SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Indiana resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Indiana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Indiana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.

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