Luther Ridge At Middletown

Luther Ridge at Middletown is a non-profit, non-sectarian senior living community for people aged 55 and older, and it stands out because it brings together independent living, assisted living, and congregate living under one roof, being the only place in Connecticut to offer these three integrated and affordable programs. The community welcomes everyone from all backgrounds and faiths, while keeping its roots as a faith-based Lutheran campus with a strong chaplaincy program, weekly ecumenical services, Sunday Holy Communion, twice-weekly Rosary prayers, a monthly Roman Catholic Mass, and Bible study once a month with Pastor Paul, and if someone enjoys nature or quiet reflection there's a chapel, beautiful gardens, walking paths, and a certified wildlife habitat, making it a place where people can find peace or join in on the arts and crafts, movie nights in the theater, or try yoga, meditation, and aromatherapy as part of spiritual activities. The care is focused on medium-level support, so staff can help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management, but can't give insulin injections, even though they do help with blood sugar checks for people who have diabetes, and staff are available around the clock, with a registered nurse on-call. There are 45 private units, each with a kitchenette, phone, and furnished rooms, while meals are prepared by chefs and can be adapted to special diets such as for people with allergies or diabetes, so meal time is easy and convenient for residents who want flexibility with all-day dining or who don't want to worry about cooking. Luther Ridge also provides housekeeping, laundry, and dry cleaning, along with transportation and parking, which is helpful for making appointments, shopping, or just getting around town, and there's scheduled transportation and complimentary services to remove extra worries. Residents can enjoy a full calendar of activities with social, wellness, and recreation programs, arts room, on-site art gallery with changing exhibitions, recreation room, and a community garden with houseplants, plus a wellness center, salon/barbershop, and pet-friendly environment, and the facility keeps life safe with 24-hour emergency alert systems and supervision. Hospice services are available, and the staff, who are known for being dedicated and professional, work to understand residents' physical, social, and spiritual needs using a human-centered approach. Memory care is also available for those who need it. Luther Ridge at Middletown focuses on creating a comfortable place where people can keep their independence as much as possible, enjoy community events and outings, and stay connected through devotion, friendship, and meaningful activity, all in a setting designed for their safety and well-being, and they've received awards like Best of Senior Living and been recognized for quality care and support.