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Assisted Living Home

Ridgewood Center

Assisted Living Home

Ridgewood Center

25 Ridgewood Rd, Bedford, NH 03110 View map
Overview of Ridgewood Center

Ensconced in the picturesque town of Bedford, New Hampshire, is the Ridgewood Center, a skilled nursing facility that places a strong emphasis on providing exceptional care and therapy services to its residents. Their team of skilled nurses, therapists, and licensed care professionals at the center is highly trained and dedicated to helping residents and their families achieve their goals in the most effective and efficient way possible. They strive to tailor their therapies and care services to each individual, ensuring the most optimal and appropriate solutions are provided.

In addition to their personalized approach, the Ridgewood Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals. They also welcome short-term rehabilitation, making it an ideal option for those recovering from an injury or surgery. Residents in this home can rest assured that they are in good hands. With the center’s personalized approach to care and its team’s commitment to excellence, seniors can expect to receive the best possible support as they work towards wellness and recovery.

(201) 447-1900

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5
New Hampshire average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5
New Hampshire average: 2.9/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5
New Hampshire average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5
New Hampshire average: 3.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 24m per day

This home provides 19% less nursing time per resident than the New Hampshire average.

New Hampshire average: 4h 11m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 148

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the New Hampshire average
Occupancy rate 64.5%
Residents per day (avg) 115
Occupancy rate
64.5%
Residents per day (avg)
115

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

31% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

48% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15.9M
Operating loss
-$3.2M
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$15,915,089.00
Operating loss
$-3,231,315.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.4M
34% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$13.7M
Total costs $19.1M
Bed community size
148-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 55 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
65%
In line with New Hampshire average
Occupied beds
95 / 148
Average residents 80 per day

License details

Facility type
Nursing Home
Status Active
Issuance January 7, 2025
Expiration June 30, 2026
County: HILLSBOROUGH

Additional licensing details

License number: 3700

Ownership & operating entity

Ridgewood Center is administrated by LEANNDRA KITTLE.

Types of Care at Ridgewood Center

Nursing Home Hospice Care
Contact Ridgewood Center

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

New Hampshire average 3.5


Last Health inspection on Jan 2025

Total health citations 11

New Hampshire average 14.4

Citations per inspection
2.75

New Hampshire average 3.99


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

9 of 11 citations resulted from standard inspections; 1 of 11 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 11 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
400% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.2


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.1

1 critical citation More info New Hampshire average: 0.2

0 serious citations More info New Hampshire average: 0.1

9 moderate citations More info New Hampshire average: 12

1 minor citation More info New Hampshire average: 2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jan 08, 2025
Corrected

Compare Assisted Living around Manchester The information below is reported by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Administration.

Ridgewood Center
HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bedford
148
No
-
55
Benchmark at Bedford Falls
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.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Bedford
114
Yes
F
29
St Joseph Residence Inc
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Manchester
39
No
-
40

Places of interest near Ridgewood Center

Address 4.6 miles from city center — 2.16 miles to nearest hospital (Catholic Medical Center)

Address 25 Ridgewood Rd, Bedford, NH 03110

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 151
Employees 143
Contractors 8
Staff to resident ratio 1.36:1
27% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average ratio: 1.87:1

Avg staff/day 59
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 7.8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 41,347
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 27
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 44
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

1%

431 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 5 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4404414,78691100%7.7
Registered Nurse270278,69591100%8
Licensed Practical Nurse130135,23291100%8
Medication Aide/Technician5053,16591100%9.2
Physical Therapy Assistant130132,1078593%7.1
Other Dietary Services Staff7071,34791100%5.8
Mental Health Service Worker4049096976%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician9098038189%6.6
Speech Language Pathologist4047936875%7.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist4046076268%8
Qualified Social Worker6065917582%5.8
RN Director of Nursing1015846369%9.3
Administrator1014966268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014886167%8
Occupational Therapy Aide0553265156%5.9
Other Social Services Staff1012573134%8.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant022755156%1.4
Physical Therapy Aide202541011%5.4
Medical Director0113044%7.5
Nurse Aide in Training101211%1.7
44 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
27 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
13 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 93%
7 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 100%
4 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 76%
9 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 89%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 75%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 68%
6 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 82%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 69%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
5 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 56%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 34%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 56%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 11%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 4%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 1%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
111 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
8 residents (7.2%)
Medicaid
88 residents (79.3%)
Private pay or other
15 residents (13.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 11.8
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 11.4

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 24.5
6% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 23.2

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 22.5%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 21.9%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 21.7%
7% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 20.3%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 29.3%
8% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 27.1%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.0%
13% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 4.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.1%
14% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.5%
78% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 2.5%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.9%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 5.6%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 2.1%
75% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 8.3%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.4%
40% worse than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 17.4%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 95.5%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 96.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.0%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 98.0%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 80.7%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 83.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.4%
9% better than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.6%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 82.0%
In line with New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 83.0%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $16K
53% lower than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: $33K

Number of fines 1
48% fewer fines than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 1.9

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than New Hampshire average

New Hampshire average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $16K
New Hampshire average $33K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 21, 2024
$16K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Choices for Independence

NH Medicaid CFI Waiver

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

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

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

Small state; rural access emphasis.

NH ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Center

NH ServiceLink

Age 60+, New Hampshire resident, or caregiver.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Primarily referral-based; limited direct funding.

Old Age Assistance (OAA)

New Hampshire Old Age Assistance

Age 65+, NH resident, US citizen/eligible alien, not in public institution.

~$1,063/month (individual, net after deductions); varies by living arrangement.

$1,500 (individual), $2,000 (couple).

Automatic Medicaid eligibility; estate recovery applies.

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program (via NFCSP)

New Hampshire Family Caregiver Program

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

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

Not assessed; need-based.

13 ServiceLink locations; rural/low-income priority.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

New Hampshire Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, NH 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; includes Extra Help for Part D.

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)

New Hampshire Fuel Assistance Program

Age 60+ prioritized, NH resident, low-income household.

~$33,614/year (1-person), ~$43,958/year (2-person) (150% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Administered by 5 CAP agencies; covers oil, gas, electric, wood.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

New Hampshire SCSEP

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

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

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

New Hampshire VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, NH 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 in rural/urban areas.

NH Low and Moderate Income Homeowners Property Tax Relief

New Hampshire Property Tax Relief

Age 65+ prioritized, NH resident, homeowner, paid property taxes.

~$47,000/year (individual), ~$60,000/year (couple).

Not assessed; home value cap at $750,000.

Refundable relief (~$100-$500/year); annual application.

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