Walker Methodist at Westwood Ridge offers assisted-living care designed to help residents maintain daily routines while receiving needed support. On-site staff coordinate specific medical services, including diabetes monitoring and management as well as access to a licensed speech therapist for residents who need help with communication or swallowing challenges. Care plans are individualized, revised regularly, and delivered in collaboration with physicians and family members to keep changes in health status from going unnoticed.
A secured community layout and controlled entry points provide an added layer of safety for residents who may wander or who simply value the assurance of restricted access. Team members are present around the clock to respond to routine care needs, medication reminders, and urgent situations. The combination of professional oversight and electronic security aims to balance personal freedom with predictable supervision.
Residences vary in size and layout, but all are built for accessibility, with features such as wheelchair-friendly floor plans and roll-in or step-in showers in many units. Select apartments include a balcony, patio, or deck for private outdoor space, and central air conditioning is standard throughout the building. Common areas are equipped with Wi-Fi, and residents can gather around the fireplace, enjoy music at the community piano or organ, or explore the butterfly garden and other outdoor areas. Pet-friendly policies allow many residents to keep a companion animal, though not every unit is designated for pets, and individual apartments may not include every feature listed.
Daily meals are prepared by a professional chef and offered restaurant-style, with an all-day dining option for residents who prefer flexible mealtimes. Menus accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, low-sodium, and no-sugar diets, and guest meals are available for visiting family or friends. Residents with diabetes or other dietary restrictions can expect coordinated nutrition plans that align with their clinical care.
Beyond basic services, the community maintains a calendar of social outings, clubs, and interest groups that meet in the library and computer lounge or activity center. Outdoor walking paths and raised garden beds support low-impact exercise, while an indoor swimming pool provides another fitness option. Regular events such as happy hour, yoga or chair yoga sessions, birthday parties, dances, and live music encourage residents to stay active and engaged with neighbors.