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Senior Living in New Ulm, MN:
Vista Prairie at Ridgeway
Vista Prairie at Ridgeway offers two nonprofit senior living communities in New Ulm, just minutes apart. Both share Vista Prairie Communities’ mission, compassionate care, active social lifestyle and commitment to helping residents live with purpose. Ridgeway on German offers a cozy, close-knit setting with direct access to New Ulm’s walking trail and an approachable price point. Ridgeway on 23rd offers a larger setting with additional amenities and gathering spaces to connect and enjoy. Both offer Independence Plus, Assisted Living and Reflections Memory Care. Explore both and discover which feels most like home.
Choosing a senior living community is about finding the right fit. That is why Ridgeway gives you two choices within the same trusted nonprofit organization, mission and commitment to quality care.
Ridgeway on German
A smaller, close-knit community offering comfort, value, and easy access to the outdoors. Enjoy the front patio, spend time in the library or game area, or step straight onto New Ulm’s scenic walking trail. Starting at $3,490 a month.
Ridgeway on 23rd
A larger community with more spaces to gather, connect, and enjoy each day, a spacious library with puzzle and computer areas, a beautiful back patio, community garden, and additional gathering spaces.
Explore Ridgeway on 23rd
Both Ridgeway communities offer Independence Plus, Assisted Living and Reflections Memory Care, providing options for changing needs while helping residents remain connected to the Ridgeway community.
Aspire Life on Purpose™
Life at Ridgeway is shaped by Aspire™ – Life on Purpose, Vista Prairie Communities’ lifestyle approach designed to honor residents and enhance quality of life through five areas of well-being: social, physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual. From wellness opportunities and meaningful connections to lifelong learning, spiritual expression, and time spent doing what brings you joy, Aspire helps residents continue to live with purpose. Each Ridgeway community brings Aspire to life in its own way through its spaces, programs, and people.
New Ulm is a close-knit river town with deep German roots, a walkable downtown, and a full calendar of festivals and community events. Ridgeway keeps residents part of it. Close to home, there are inviting gathering spaces, fitness classes, church services, outdoor grilling stations, and a full calendar of events. A little further out, downtown shops, restaurants, clinics, and the city walking trail are all a short trip away. Both German and 23rd sit right in town, so staying connected to New Ulm is easy.
Nonprofit, mission-driven
Ridgeway is a nonprofit community. That shapes everything: mission-driven staff, resources reinvested in residents, and a focus on quality of life over shareholders.
Fireplace Room & Library
Culinary Club
Weekly Housekeeping
Outdoor Courtyards
Innovative Technologies
Get to know us
Vista Prairie at Ridgeway is a clean, beautiful, and comfortable place to live with dedicated team members who feel like family. Our lifestyle offerings and signature programs will help you live life on purpose where we celebrate you. Our community also provides transportation for residents, a full range of support and services, a calendar of activities, and 24-hour care when you need it. Welcome home!
Join the Team
At Vista Prairie at Ridgeway, we believe our stunning community that benefits the mind, body, and soul starts with a well-trained and cared-for team. We’re seeking the warmest individuals – the kind who genuinely want to make connections with the people around them. The kind who take pride in making anyone smile even if they’re having a bad day. Does that sound like you? Find out more about your new career path at our Vista Prairie community!
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Not sure which campus fits? We can help. Call or schedule a tour of both.