Ridgecrest Community Care Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in West Monroe, Louisiana, operated by CommCare Corporation, a Louisiana-based non-profit established in 1994. The center provides long-term care and rehabilitation services designed to help residents regain strength, endurance, and skills to return home successfully.
The facility is built around a person-centered care philosophy, featuring spacious, well-appointed accommodations with resident rooms and common areas including living rooms, dining areas, library, and chapel. Dining includes table service with resident choices, and the center utilizes electronic charting systems to minimize intrusive medical record-keeping. Amenities include Wi-Fi, café dining, 24-hour refreshment stations, salon services, and a fully equipped rehabilitation gym.
Rehabilitation services are a core offering, staffed by physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists who work with residents to achieve their highest level of functioning. The facility also provides a wide array of life enrichment activities, including trips out in the community, concerts, fitness centers, and library resources. Families, community members, and volunteers are invited to participate in social activities.
The center has received recognition including Newsweek's America's Best Nursing Homes 2026 award and the American Healthcare Association's 2026 Silver National Quality Award. As a non-profit, CommCare prioritizes education and outreach, with library resources available to residents and families covering health, wellness, medical conditions, and information on Medicare or Medicaid benefits. American Sign Language and virtual foreign language interpreters are available upon request.
