The Bridge at Ooltewah offers Assisted Living, providing residents with help in daily routines while encouraging as much independence as possible. Care teams assist with bathing, dressing, mobility, and medication reminders, adjusting support levels as needs change. Specialized attention is available for residents managing diabetes, with staff trained in blood-glucose monitoring and diet coordination. A consulting physician oversees overall wellness, and licensed speech therapists are on call for residents recovering from stroke or coping with swallowing difficulties.
Beyond standard daily assistance, the community maintains a range of on-site clinical services designed to limit trips off campus. Nurses are on duty to coordinate medication management and monitor vital signs, while occupational and physical therapists deliver individualized therapy programs in dedicated treatment areas. Incontinence and ambulatory care are addressed discreetly, and a podiatrist visits regularly for foot and gait concerns. Memory care protocols are in place for residents showing signs of cognitive decline, and hospice care is available when comfort-focused support becomes necessary.
Residences include studio and one-bedroom layouts with options such as kitchenettes, wheelchair-accessible showers, cable or satellite TV, and high-speed internet. Select units feature air conditioning, views of landscaped outdoor areas, or proximity to a central fireplace and common piano. Pet-friendly accommodations are offered, and parking is available for those who still drive, although not every apartment includes every listed feature. Common areas are handicap accessible to ease movement throughout the building.
Meals are prepared by a professional chef and served restaurant style, with all-day dining for residents who prefer flexible schedules. The culinary team accommodates vegetarian, gluten-free, low-sodium, and no-sugar meal plans, coordinating closely with the clinical staff to match medical directives. Guest meals are available for visiting family, and snacks are accessible outside main dining hours to support individualized nutrition schedules.
Residents have access to an activity center for group events, a library and computer lounge for quiet study or email, and scheduled social outings into the greater Chattanooga area. The calendar includes birthday parties and live music, offering options for both lively and low-key engagement.