Meadow Ridge
Meadow Ridge is a Memory Care Home in Connecticut
Meadow Ridge is a Memory Care Home in Connecticut
Meadow Ridge
Meadow Ridge is a Memory Care Home in Connecticut
Meadow Ridge is a Memory Care Home in Connecticut
Burrowed in the vibrant community of Redding, CT, the Meadow Ridge is an exceptional senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose between spacious and cozy accommodations of one-bedroom or two-bedroom. With a highly trained and dedicated team, residents can receive a round-the-clock emergency response and personalized care plans. As for memory care, a skilled and compassionate team renders various programs such as enriching programming for those with cognitive conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
Experience its top-notch amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy gourmet cuisine, concierge services like housekeeping and laundry, medication management, and on-site salon services. In this pet-friendly community, explore its beautifully made shared spaces such as the Bark Ridge Dog Park with your fur babies. Meet new companions while joining a full calendar of social activities and community events. At Meadow Ridge, seniors can enjoy a retirement worth remembering.
Chris Barstein serves as the Executive Director at Meadow Ridge, leading the community with a focus on enhancing the resident experience. Chris is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all residents and staff.
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Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.
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Home revenue sits below most peers, indicating modest billing throughput. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights sit above most state facilities, underscoring deep Title XIX coverage. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
Occupancy
Finance
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
House Specifics:
OperationsQuality Ratings
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
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Room costs
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Languages Spoken by Staff
Staff Composition (State Data)
Additional Policies & Features
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Meadow Ridge
Inspection History
In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.
9 visits/inspections
4 routine inspections
Breakdown by inspection type
- 2 renewal/recertification inspections
- 3 licensing inspections
- 3 plans of correction
- 4 statements of deficiencies
Results
4 with issues
3 without issues
Connecticut average: 13 visits/inspections
Latest inspection
Inspection history
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6.4 miles from city center
100 Redding Rd, West Redding, CT 06896
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The information below is reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section.For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Skilled Nursing
Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 8.4 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 7.6 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 43 | 7.5 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Contractor Analysis
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 4 | 43 | 12,243 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 2 | 18 | 4,393 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 0 | 14 | 3,823 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,636 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 918 | 77 | 85% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 769 | 73 | 80% | 7.1 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 5 | 5 | 747 | 74 | 81% | 5.9 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 706 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 501 | 69 | 76% | 5.6 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 60 | 66% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 426 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 419 | 69 | 76% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 412 | 72 | 79% | 5.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 405 | 54 | 59% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 368 | 49 | 54% | 7.5 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Feb 2020 – Mar 2025)
Citation Severity Distribution
Top Deficiency Categories
Citation Sources
State Comparison (CT)
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
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| Mar 24, 2025 | C | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Mar 24, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Mar 24, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Mar 24, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Mar 24, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Nov 26, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Oct 16, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Oct 16, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | E | Nursing Services | F0947 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0694 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0825 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Oct 27, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Feb 13, 2020 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Resident Census by Payment Source
Programs & Services
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Guides for Better Senior Living
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Connecticut Seniors
- General: Age 65+, Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
- Income Limits: State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
- Asset Limits: $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
- CT Specifics: Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.
- Services: In-home care (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), meals, respite (up to 14 days/year).
- General: Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
- Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
- CT Specifics: Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
- Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$70/day).
- General: Age 62+, Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$41,000/year (individual, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; focus is income-based.
- CT Specifics: Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.
- Services: Personal care (3-5 hours/day), meals ($5-$7/meal), housekeeping, transportation (~5 trips/month).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
- Asset Limits: None since 2023 policy change.
- CT Specifics: Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.
- Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- CT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Connecticut Seniors
Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
- Income Limits:State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month (300% FBR).
- Asset Limits:$1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
- CT Specifics:Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), meals, respite (up to 14 days/year).
Statewide Respite Care Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
- Income Limits:~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$40,000 (individual).
- CT Specifics:Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$70/day).
Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
- Income Limits (2025):~$41,000/year (individual, adjusted annually).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; focus is income-based.
- CT Specifics:Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (3-5 hours/day), meals ($5-$7/meal), housekeeping, transportation (~5 trips/month).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
- Asset Limits:None since 2023 policy change.
- CT Specifics:Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20% of services).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Connecticut resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- CT Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; limited slots (~500/year).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
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