West Ridge Specialty Care

West Ridge Specialty Care Located in Knoxville, IA, West Ridge Specialty Care is licensed to provide quality care to up to 78 residents, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

West Ridge Specialty Care is a skilled nursing and long-term care community providing compassionate, individualized care for our residents, while also caring for their family's well-being and peace of mind. We serve residents from Marion County, Iowa, and many surrounding communities. We are committed to providing our residents with an active and engaging quality of life through daily programming,

social and educational activities, and services that promote physical health, provide mental stimulation, increase engagement and help our residents thrive in a home-like setting. Care Initiatives is Iowa’s largest nonprofit provider of high-quality skilled nursing care, hospice care, assisted living, independent living, memory care and more. With 60 locations across the Midwest, Care Initiatives and the team at West Ridge Specialty Care are ready to assist.

Happy CNA Week! This week, and every week, we proudly celebrate and recognize our Certified Nursing Assistants. Your com...
06/12/2026

Happy CNA Week!

This week, and every week, we proudly celebrate and recognize our Certified Nursing Assistants. Your compassion, dedication, and commitment to caring for others make a meaningful difference every single day.
From helping with daily care to creating moments of comfort and connection, you are at the heart of what we do.

Thank you for all that you do—we appreciate you today and every day!

Our CNAs are the BOMB!💣We're kickstarting CNA week with Tea Bombs from !Stay tuned for more of the fun we have planned, ...
06/11/2026

Our CNAs are the BOMB!💣

We're kickstarting CNA week with Tea Bombs from !

Stay tuned for more of the fun we have planned, while we celebrate our amazing team members!

Help us celebrate the promotion of Calleigh B., RN! 🎉Calleigh started with us in December 2023 as our MDS Coordinator, a...
06/11/2026

Help us celebrate the promotion of Calleigh B., RN! 🎉

Calleigh started with us in December 2023 as our MDS Coordinator, and was recently promoted to Director of Nursing!

Outside of work, you can find her enjoying gardening, DIY projects, and spending time with her family.

Thank you for your hard work and dedication to our team, residents, and families. We appreciate you.
Congratulations! 🎊

Recovery is about getting back to what matters most. Rehabilitation Services at Care Initiatives are designed to help re...
06/10/2026

Recovery is about getting back to what matters most.

Rehabilitation Services at Care Initiatives are designed to help residents regain strength, independence, and confidence after illness, injury, or surgery.

Find a location near you at www.CareInitiatives.org/Locations

Caring for a loved one with dementia means caring for the whole person—not just the diagnosis. At Care Initiatives, our ...
06/05/2026

Caring for a loved one with dementia means caring for the whole person—not just the diagnosis.

At Care Initiatives, our teams provide compassionate daily care, meaningful connections, and personalized support to promote comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

We’re here for residents and families every step of the way. Learn more about our services at www.CareInitiatives.org.

Team Member of the Month: Lisa C., Housekeeping ✨Lisa consistently demonstrates dedication to her residents by assisting...
06/05/2026

Team Member of the Month: Lisa C., Housekeeping ✨

Lisa consistently demonstrates dedication to her residents by assisting with bed-making and ensuring residents are where they would like to be. She places great value on family time outside of work and often shares stories about her granddaughter.

What we appreciate most about Lisa is her compassion for the residents at West Ridge. She communicates effectively and works collaboratively across all departments to ensure resident needs are met.

Thank you, Lisa, for your upbeat personality, positive attitude, team-oriented approach, and strong communication! We appreciate you!

We’re proud to be a nonprofit organization with a statewide footprint.Care Initiatives is hiring! Are you interested in ...
06/05/2026

We’re proud to be a nonprofit organization with a statewide footprint.

Care Initiatives is hiring! Are you interested in supporting other skilled nursing communities like ours as a Travel Director of Nursing?

Why You’ll Love Working for Care Initiatives:

– Supportive, mission-focused culture
– Growth and training opportunities
– Meaningful daily work with residents and families

Explore openings: www.CareInitiatives.org/Careers

West Ridge Specialty Care loves giving back to our community!Administrator Brittany and Director of Nursing Calleigh wer...
06/03/2026

West Ridge Specialty Care loves giving back to our community!

Administrator Brittany and Director of Nursing Calleigh were honored to take part in this year’s annual Helmets & Hot Dogs event. It’s always something special to be part of such a supportive and connected community—we truly appreciate opportunities like this to get involved.

A big thank you to the Knoxville IA Police Department for hosting such a fun and meaningful event for everyone to enjoy! 🌭🚓

Meet the people who turn ordinary days into great days for our residents. From clinical caregivers to behind‑the‑scenes ...
06/03/2026

Meet the people who turn ordinary days into great days for our residents. From clinical caregivers to behind‑the‑scenes support, this is People Serving People.

www.CareInitiatives.org/Careers

Nurses are leaders in compassion—and in care coordination. At Care Initiatives, nurses manage medications and treatments...
05/29/2026

Nurses are leaders in compassion—and in care coordination.

At Care Initiatives, nurses manage medications and treatments, support skin integrity and wound prevention, and collaborate with therapy, dietary, and care teams to align services with each resident’s goals.

It’s skilled care designed to support daily comfort and long-term quality of life.
Learn more about all of our services at www.CareInitiatives.org

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1904 W. Howard Street
Knoxville, IA
50138

Telephone

+16418423153

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