Rockridge Retirement Community

Rockridge Retirement Community is a pleasing assisted living community in Northampton, Massachusetts. It is within charming Hampshire County which is part of the Bay State.

Built in 2004, our 30 apartments and 12 connected cottages are certified for both independent and assisted living. This allows residents to live independently until the time they need assistance. If the time comes where you are in need of assistance, we come right to you with our 24 hour licensed staff.

Our apartments and cottages offer access to most of the community via an enclosed corridor system. Rockridge provides singles and couples, 62 or older, with a rewarding lifestyle. Established in 1971, the Rockridge grounds are beautifully landscaped and surrounded by lush countryside, where residents enjoy walks along paved walkways and quiet nature trail.

Some of the features and amenities included in our independent and assisted living neighborhood include:

• Restaurant Style Dining with a 100% Resident Directed Menu, Locally sourced with 95% produce
• Pre-Wiring for Telephone and Cable
• Enclosed Walkways to all Buildings
• Individually Controlled Heating and Air Conditioning
• Beautiful Outdoor Courtyard with a Gazebo
• Library
• Hair Salon On-Site
• Fitness Room

Assisted living services can be obtained from the dedicated, long-term Rockridge staff in package plans or a-la-carte options. This flexibility ensures that each resident can tailor these services to meet his or her own specific needs.

Some examples of the a-la-carte services that are offered include:

• Medication management
• Personal care assistance
• Additional meals/guest meals
• Personal laundry service
• Transportation
• Additional housekeeping/maintenance service
• Continence Management

In our gardens neighborhood, the focus is fostering an environment of habilitation, autonomy, choice and belonging in a setting where individuals can be their authentic selves. Our wellness staff nurtures the abilities, needs, and interests of each resident through an individual service plan the creates a holistic approach of body, mind, and spirit to fulfill a life of dignity. We offer a family support group for those living with loved ones with Alzheimer and dementia.

Amenities

• Private apartments
• Secured neighborhood
• Dining Room, Multipurpose room, and family room.
• Walking paths with escorts
• Pre-wiring for television, telephone, and internet
• Individually controlled heat and air conditioning
• Walking path with Escorts

Services

• Healthy meals and snacks prepared with residents
• Personal Care Assistance- full scope of care
• Medication Management
• Specialized programs and activities
• Continence management programs
• Housekeeping and Laundry Services
• One on one visits with residents

Rockridge was founded in 1971 by the late Elmo and Violette Young as a rest home. Also called Residential Care, it features 46 private suites, all with private bathrooms. Residents enjoy three home cooked meals a day that feature local produce, medication management, as well as daily activities and outings. 

Amenities

• Private suites
• 24 hour staffing
• Beautiful outdoor courtyard with gazebo
• Weekly housekeeping and linen service
• Community setting to encourage engagement
• Pre-wiring for television, telephone and internet
• Individually controlled heat and air conditioner
• Enriching and entertaining programs that are resident driven and lead

Services

• Three meals a day in our dining room
• Medication Management
• Enriching and entertaining programs
• Outings to Northampton and the surrounding area.
• Emergency Response System

Rockridge has residences set aside for persons of age 62 and better with moderate incomes. Violette's Crossing features 25 independent living one and two bedroom apartments. The apartments are located on the second and third floor of the building. Residents have access to a number of amenities including meals in the Cafe with an emphasis on local produce, activities, onsite salon, a parking space and private entrance, and onsite staff available for emergencies.