Occupancy rate
60%
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Fort Wayne, IN
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Fort Wayne, Indiana
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.
Types of Care at Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
Assisted Living
Memory Care
47-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 29 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Indiana average: 68.1%Occupied beds
28 / 47
Average residents per home in Indiana
70 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Living / Residential Care Facility (rcf)
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2025
ExpirationDecember 31, 2025
License Number25-004686-1
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne is legally operated by Fort Wayne Al, Llc, and administrated by Belinda Branham.
Profit StatusProfit
Residential
47 units
Total beds
47 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Director of NursingSARA BUCKHALTER
Fax(260) 482-7476
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.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
3 deficiencies
1 complaint
7 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Indiana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Indiana state average
Overall vs. IN average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Indiana average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (16% above) 9 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (92% below)
• Deficiencies per year (92% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (79% below)
• Total visits (63% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (57% below)
• Inspections (69% below)
• Total complaints (80% below)
• Complaints per year (82% below)
• Complaint visits (50% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (16% above) 9 Better Metrics better than Indiana average:
• Total deficiencies (92% below)
• Deficiencies per year (92% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (79% below)
• Total visits (63% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (57% below)
• Inspections (69% below)
• Total complaints (80% below)
• Complaints per year (82% below)
• Complaint visits (50% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 36 | This facility has 92% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 36).↓ 92% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 1 | 12 | This facility has 92% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1 vs. IN avg 12).↓ 92% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.4 | 1.9 | This facility has 79% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.4 vs. IN avg 1.9).↓ 79% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total visits
Combined count of all on-site visits — routine inspections, complaint visits, follow-ups, and other focused visits.
| 7 | 19 | This facility has 63% fewer total visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (7 vs. IN avg 19).↓ 63% better |
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Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has 57% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (3 vs. IN avg 7).↓ 57% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 43% | 37% | This facility has 6 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (43% vs. IN avg 37%).↑ 6% worse |
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Inspections
Routine, scheduled inspections conducted by state regulators.
| 4 | 13 | This facility has 69% fewer inspections than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 13).↓ 69% better |
Complaints & Investigations
| This Facility | IN Average | vs. IN Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total complaints
Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.
| 1 | 5 | This facility has 80% fewer total complaints than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (1 vs. IN avg 5).↓ 80% better |
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Complaints per year
Average complaints per year since 2023.
| 0.3 | 1.7 | This facility has 82% fewer complaints per year than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (0.3 vs. IN avg 1.7).↓ 82% better |
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Complaint visits
On-site visits triggered by formal complaints. Formal complaints can result in multiple visits.
| 4 | 8 | This facility has 50% fewer complaint visits than a typical Indiana assisted living residence (4 vs. IN avg 8).↓ 50% better |
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
3.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fort Wayne's city center to Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.79 miles to nearest hospital (Fort Wayne Vet Center)
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Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
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| Brookdale Fort Wayne |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne (Statewood Park) | 104 | Yes | 35 | Suite | 48 | 35.6% | A+ | Kristine Lundquist | Ft Wayne In Opco 2 LLC | Rachael Bushell | 10 | 3 | 10 | 1.0 |
| Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne (Butler Road) | 47 | Yes | 29 | Suite | 1 | 59.6% | - | Belinda Branham | Fort Wayne Al, LLC | Sara Buckhalter | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Chapman Place |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | - | Yes | 41 | Suite | 45 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| North Woods Village of Inverness Lakes |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Fort Wayne | - | No | 17 | Suite | - | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne
What neighborhood is Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne in?
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne is in the Butler Road neighborhood of Fort Wayne.
Who is the Director of Nursing at Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne?
Sara Buckhalter is the Director of Nursing at Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne.
Who is the owner of Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne?
The legal owner and operator of Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne is Fort Wayne Al, Llc.
Is Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne in a walkable area?
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne has a walk score of 29. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne?
According to IN state health department records, Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne's license number is 25-004686-1.
When does Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne's license expire?
According to IN state health department records, Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne's license expires on December 31, 2025.
What is the occupancy rate at Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne?
Cedar Ridge of Fort Wayne's occupancy is 60%.
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