River Ridge Retirement Residence - Winnipeg, Manitoba

Marcy R.

My parents moved in to River Ridge 1 in Feb 2023. It was an adjustment of course, but it has been quite positive. Lots of programs to choose from. Outings as well. A driver for appointments and errands. It’s very social and I believe this to be a huge asset to anyone, especially as we age. The staff members are very caring and willing to listen to all concerns and ideas. It has given our family tremendous peace of mind to know they are and will be well taken care of.

Shayla

After a difficult transition out of her home, my grandma moved into a suite at River Ridge. The staff has been incredibly welcoming, and it is such a relief to know she is well taken care of. The social supports and activities help her settle into her new space, and the staff always ensure that she gets the support she needs and that her days are fulfilling. The lifestyle director Lori was especially helpful in this transition. Navigating having a grandparent who has cognitively declined quickly has been far from easy, but this place is the best option we could find to support in this stage of life. I highly recommend River Ridge I if you're looking for a supportive environment for a loved one.

Lisa W.

My Mom and Dad moved in last August to River Ridge 1. It was a tough move for them coming from another province and my father passing away shortly after the move but the staff at River Ridge 1 were fantastic! They were very welcoming and did everything they could to make the move in as easy as possible. The support my mother received was personal and caring. The staff get to know all the residence by name and the family can relax knowing their loved ones are well looked after. The facilities as very nice, clean and spacious. There are lots of great spaces for the residence to gather and many activities to get involved in as they choose. Feeding a large number of people with 100% satisfaction is challenging, but here, they work hard to please everyone with offering several options. During the pandemic, the staff worked very hard to keep all residence safe and had a great deal of success.
If you are looking for a great place to live for the next chapter of your life, or a loved one, your first stop needs to be River Ridge 1.

Stephen W.

Having recently helped relocate my parents to River Ridge 1 from several provinces away, I wanted to comment on the amazing atmosphere we immediately felt in this place. From the moment we got there, my parents felt like they belonged, and this was not only due to the beautiful suite and amazing facilities (not to mention the awesome view!) but especially because Renee, as well as the other staff and residents were so incredibly warm, welcoming and thoughtful. My parents have been there less than a week and they are already involved in the active yet laidback lifestyle that is a big part of this amazing place - art classes, dancing, cards, the awesome theatre, walking paths along the Red River, and lots of great food choices and socializing! I am very grateful they found River Ridge 1 and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a real sense of home and security.

Kevin L.

River Ridge Retirement Residence has been a blessing . . . not only for my Mother-in-Law, but for the entire family. My wife and I had visited on several occasions since the facility was built to get a feel for how my wife's parents could adapt to this environment when the time came for them to sell their home. On every occasion we were very impressed with the facility and the caring personnel we encountered. Indeed the faces on the residents themselves told the story of the excellent care they were receiving.

With the passing of my Father-in-Law, we made an appointment for my Mother-in-Law to visit. What she experienced on that first visit was overwhelming. However, in large part due to the friendly and considerate demeanor of Renee Kelly, Lifestyle Director, she advised the family that she was ready to make the move.

The physical move was co-ordinated by Renee with Leapfrog Moving. The move was effortless on our part. Mom's suite was professionally set up when she was called to enter for the first time, causing Mom to be very emotional. It had the effect of making her feel fully at home in her new residence.

Mom has met many new friends, takes part in several activities, and benefits from frequent family visits to this accessible facility. Her attitude is positive whenever we contact her. It is clear that the entire family's stress level has decreased knowing that Mom is in a safe place.

The entire family highly recommends River Ridge.

Suzanne A.

River Ridge 1 has been a great new home for my Dad. He moved in 8 months ago and quickly settled in. He has a nice suite with a beautiful view. The staff has been very helpful and he has made good friends. I am grateful for all the services available to him. The staff has been very diligent in keeping residents safe during the pandemic and maintaining activities as safely as possible. Overall it has been a very positive experience!

Blair Y.

We moved my Mother into RR and are delighted with the care, staff and activities there. I have joined her for dinner and the food was fantastic. The community really is special and Mom's new neighbours always look forward to seeing her at the afternoon parties, whether dancing, singing or just visiting.

Derek I.

This place has been great for my parents (86/89)! The staff are friendly, and they care! The food is good, although it must be difficult eating at the same restaurant every meal all the time! But they do a good job of trying to have different options. There’s lots of activities if you want to socialize.Lori is fantastic and full of energy and happiness! 🙏🏻. Grateful we have River Ridge.