Ridgecrest Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation

08/11/2026

Did you know that more than 100 million Americans have been diagnosed with a respiratory disorder? Respiratory therapists are essential in providing the necessary treatment and care for those with respiratory illnesses. In order for respiratory therapists to provide great care for their patients, the proper equipment must be used. Here is more information on respiratory therapy and the equipment respiratory therapists work with:

Did you know that more than 100 million Americans have been diagnosed with a respiratory disorder? That equates to about 1 in 3 Americans suffering from a respiratory condition.1Respiratory therapists are essential in providing the necessary treatment and care for those with respiratory illnesses. I...

08/10/2026

Bringing joy, hope, and worship to our residents! We were so excited to welcome First Baptist Church of Big Stone Gap and pastor Bryan Gunter for a special praise service last week. We are super excited to start having them come monthly!

08/10/2026

Last week, we made mini ice cream cakes in honor of National Ice Cream Sandwich Day! We had all the good toppings, good conversation, and an even better time! We enjoy any time we can get together, and the sweet treats are just a bonus for us!

08/10/2026

Happy National S'mores Day!

08/09/2026

Happy National Melon Day! Did you know that there are forty different kinds of melons? ach type of melon has its own unique flavor, which makes them a versatile option to use in many different recipes. Check out the health benefits of melons:

Did you know that there are forty different kinds of melons?1 The kinds of melons range from more common melons such as watermelon and cantaloupe, to lesser known melons such as hami and galia.2 Each type of melon has its own unique flavor, which makes them

08/07/2026

Today is National Purple Heart Day. Purple Hearts are awarded to the US service members who were wounded or killed during combat. We honor the men and women who earned the Purple Heart for their service and sacrifice.

08/05/2026

The Port of Call theme for this month is Bora Bora! Bora Bora is a beautiful tropical island, and we are excited for the residents to experience their culture this month through food, activities and fun. We can't wait! 🏖️

08/04/2026

Happy 236th birthday to the United States Coast Guard! We thank active-duty Coast Guardsmen and veterans of the Coast Guard for their service to our country.

Semper Paratus. Always Ready.

08/04/2026

Sisters Kelsie and Kayla started at Ridgecrest Manor as CNAs and have both worked their way to becoming LPNs! Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to exceptional resident care inspire us all!

08/03/2026

This week's Resident Employee of the Week goes to Jesse Manning, Housekeeping.

“Jesse is a real good guy, really good guy. He is always running around, cleaning and picking up. He’ll do anything for ya and is a hard worker. Real hard worker. He’s always doing something for someone. He also talks to me a lot, and I like that. Sometimes he gets me stuff out of the kitchen or helps get me to my room. He is really nice, and I’m glad we have him here. Thank you for all you do, Jesse.” - Leighman