The Foley Center at Chestnut Ridge

Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Foley Center at Chestnut Ridge provides compassionate skilled nursing care at 621 Chestnut Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Managed by Liberty Senior Living, a company with a deep commitment to dignity, clinical excellence, and person-centered care, this community delivers around-the-clock skilled nursing services in one of Western North Carolina's most beloved mountain towns. Blowing Rock sits at over 4,000 feet elevation along the Blue Ridge Parkway, offering residents and their families a peaceful, scenic setting that feels worlds away from the stress of daily life. Families visiting their loved ones can take a short stroll to downtown Blowing Rock's charming Main Street, browse the boutique shops, or enjoy a meal at local favorites like Canyons Restaurant or Crippen's Country Inn & Restaurant. The iconic Blowing Rock attraction—a natural outcropping with sweeping views of the Johns River Gorge—is just minutes away, as is the serene Moses H. Cone Memorial Park with its miles of carriage trails and Bass Lake. For families concerned about medical access, Watauga Medical Center in nearby Boone—only about six miles from the community—provides full-service hospital care including emergency services, cardiac care, and rehabilitation medicine. Boone also offers additional amenities including Appalachian Regional Healthcare System specialists, shopping centers, and dining options that families can enjoy during visits. The Foley Center's skilled nursing team includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants providing 24-hour clinical monitoring, wound care, post-surgical recovery, IV therapy, and physical, occupational, and speech rehabilitation services. Liberty Senior Living's operational standards emphasize transparent communication with families, consistent staffing, and individualized care planning—so residents receive the right level of support at every stage of recovery or long-term care. The cool mountain climate, breathtaking scenery, and tight-knit community character of Blowing Rock make it an exceptional place for families to feel at ease knowing their loved ones are close to nature, quality healthcare, and attentive professional staff.