The Ridge an Encore Community in Silverdale, Washington, is an assisted living and memory care facility with a calm, home-like feel where residents can spend their days in one of 52 studio homes spread between two friendly neighborhoods, and folks get help based on their own needs and stories, with nurses, caregivers, and medication technicians always on hand day or night, smiling and ready to help with things like medication, hygiene, and daily routines. Many residents benefit from the special attention for people with Alzheimer's and dementia, since there are secure spaces and memory care staff who understand memory loss, and each apartment, whether furnished or decorated with family photos and keepsakes, has features like private bathrooms, emergency call systems, and cable TV for comfort and safety.
There's a newly updated Town Square at the center of things, making a lively gathering spot for friends and family, and the building has a good amount of open areas-like sunrooms, country kitchens, card rooms, and both indoor and outdoor courtyards-so folks can find a peaceful corner or join in a game, while the gardens and shaded patios let people take in the fresh air. Meals are important here, since residents sit down together each day for three homemade, balanced meals in big dining rooms set up restaurant-style, and they also have snacks and cold foods ready for anyone who gets hungry between meals. Weekly housekeeping and in-house services like dental hygiene, podiatry care, and general counseling help everyone stay comfortable, and the buildings include safety touches like flat walking paths, secure garden areas, and memory boxes outside each suite to support recognition.
There's a full calendar for those who like music, arts and crafts, gardening, exercise, or organized activities led by an Activities Director, plus there are special community events such as vintage car shows, luaus, or holiday parties that give people a chance to celebrate together. The care team focuses on keeping dignity, respecting independence, and working with each person's needs, and the setting feels warm, familiar, and supportive-helping residents stay active, make friends, or just enjoy some quiet time in a calm setting. The Ridge provides a range of care, from assisted living to specialized memory care and respite stays, and everything runs round-the-clock with attention to safety, comfort, and a steady approach to daily life without ever acting in a hurry. The facility isn't Medicaid-certified but is licensed and checked by state or local agencies, and even though it can feel busy with all the activities, it's built around steady routines, gentle help, and respect for each person, so neighbors and staff feel a strong sense of belonging.
