Ascension Living Via Christi Village - Ridge sits in northwest Wichita at 3636 N Ridge Rd, about 13 miles from downtown, and it's next to St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, so right away you notice there's a small lake beside the property which gives it a calm feel, and since it's close to doctors' offices, shops, and restaurants, it's easy for visitors to come by. This community offers many options like independent living, assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, adult day center, and a program called PACE for all-inclusive care. People can pick a floor plan that fits their needs, whether they want different bedrooms or bathrooms, and there's also a maintenance-free residence option that keeps chores simple so residents don't have to worry about cleaning or laundry since staff handles that every day.
The team gives help with daily activities like dressing, bathing, getting around, and taking medicine, and everyone gets a safety pendant to call for help if needed. There are special services for memory care, care plans for health needs, and staff trained for people with memory loss or dementia. They've got rehabilitation programs with physical, occupational, and speech therapy, and skilled nursing care covers both short stays for recovery and long-term needs, including tricky medical situations like wound care, with nurses and aides around all the time. Ascension Living provides more support at home as well, including respite care, adult day services, hospice, and in-home care through options like Live At Home and Ascension at Home, so families can find extra help if they want it.
Pets are allowed with special amenities, and enrichment activities run most days, such as personalized events and weekly happy hours, plus there are lots of spots to gather and chat with neighbors, whether inside the common areas or outside by the lake. The dining room serves meals restaurant-style with snacks and drinks set out for folks any time they're thirsty or hungry, and nutrition is a priority, so you see them focusing on good ingredients and taste. People get Wi-Fi, parking, and transportation, so staying connected and getting out is convenient.
The Catholic Care Center at Ridge helps people who need memory care and assisted living, and a medical team including doctors is right there. Emergencies get fast attention, and families are updated as needed. The community earned a 4.4 out of 5 rating from over 100 reviews and has won awards for high-quality care and support, so you get some peace of mind knowing there's a good track record. Whether someone is independent, needs a little help, or needs more support, all the living choices allow people to stay at Ridge as their needs change, which makes it easier to age in place and stay close to familiar faces and surroundings.
