Forest Ridge Health & Rehab, located in Bremerton, Washington, is a facility providing nursing home care and rehabilitation services aimed at enhancing residents' quality of life through skilled nursing support. As a Medicare participant since 1976 and certified by Medicare and Medicaid, the facility offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, designed to aid individuals in regaining independence following surgeries, illnesses, or injuries. Care services at Forest Ridge include specialized support such as stroke care, cardiac care, wound care, podiatry, and dental care. The facility employs qualified nurses to assist with these medical needs, complemented by physical, occupational, and speech therapy to further support rehabilitation efforts. For the convenience and well-being of residents, a barber/beauty salon is also available on-site.
Forest Ridge Health & Rehab also provides a range of resident support initiatives, including clubs and community activities designed to engage residents in social participation, and offers resident and family counseling to ensure open communication and support. Despite these offerings, reviews collectively indicate significant challenges faced by the facility. Numerous concerns have been raised regarding the state of the physical facilities, with reports of outdated and unsafe conditions such as plumbing issues, broken equipment, and mold presence. Criticisms have also been directed at the adequacy of management and staffing, impacting both resident care and employee satisfaction. Complaints cite a lack of responsiveness from healthcare professionals, particularly in timely medication administration and adherence to medical orders, which residents and families perceive as neglectful. Despite these challenges, some positive interactions with individual staff members have been noted, though they are overshadowed by broader systemic issues attributed to recent management changes and ongoing financial and structural challenges. Forest Ridge currently accommodates 94 occupants and continues to seek improvements in its care and operational facilities.
Costs at this community start at $10,686 and range up to $12,396. The average price in the community is $11,541, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,486. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.