Croatan Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Croatan Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located at 210 Foxhall Road in Newport, North Carolina, provides dedicated skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to seniors and families throughout Carteret County. Situated in the heart of the Crystal Coast, Newport offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere just minutes from the vibrant communities of Morehead City and Beaufort — making it an ideal setting for recovery and long-term care. Residents at Croatan Ridge benefit from proximity to CarolinaEast Medical Center in Morehead City, Carteret County's primary acute care hospital, ensuring seamless coordination for complex medical needs and hospital-to-rehab transitions. Specialists and follow-up appointments are easily accessible along the US-70 corridor, which connects Newport to the broader coastal region. The Newport area offers genuine quality of life for residents and visiting family members alike. The historic waterfront town of Beaufort — just a short drive away — features the North Carolina Maritime Museum, charming Front Street dining along Taylor's Creek, and stunning views of the Rachel Carson Reserve. Families visiting loved ones can enjoy fresh seafood at local favorites like Clawson's 1905 Restaurant in Beaufort or restaurants along Morehead City's Arendell Street. Shoppers will find Morehead City's Carteret Crossing and Walmart Supercenter conveniently nearby for everyday needs. Outdoor-minded families appreciate the area's proximity to Cape Lookout National Seashore, Bogue Sound, and the Newport River — a quiet natural backdrop that adds to the restorative character of the region. Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area, just south of Newport, offers accessible walking and wildlife observation for those able to enjoy light outdoor activity. Croatan Ridge is managed by Principle Long Term Care, an experienced operator committed to person-centered skilled nursing and evidence-based rehabilitation therapies. Their care teams focus on maximizing each resident's functional independence through physical, occupational, and speech therapy programs — helping individuals recover from surgery, stroke, illness, or injury and return home whenever possible. Families throughout Newport, Morehead City, Beaufort, and the broader Crystal Coast trust Croatan Ridge for compassionate, clinically strong post-acute and long-term care.