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Kyla Franta at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway in New Ulm, Minnesota

Kyla Franta
Executive Director

 Kyla has been a dedicated veteran Executive Director for over 18 years. She also brings over 11 years of experience in communications, customer service, and sales and marketing. Kyla has also shown tremendous leadership in many service organizations in which she has volunteered over the years.

She leads two of Vista Prairie’s newest communities located both in the New Ulm community, Ridgeway on German and Ridgeway on 23rd. Combined, these communities have 93 one and two-bedroom assisted living apartments and 24 memory care suites for seniors diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia.

Learn More About Vista Prairie at Ridgeway

Vista Prairie at Ridgeway on 23rd and Vista Prairie at Ridgeway on German have been rooted in New Ulm for over 20 years and we’ve recently joined Vista Prairie Communities. As a mission-driven, nonprofit organization, Vista Prairie is dedicated to the lives of all that call our communities home. Vista Prairie Communities has been a trusted name since 1979. The well-trained and compassionate caregivers create a safe and comfortable home where you or your loved one will feel a sense of belonging and purpose. We offer personalized care plans, maintenance-free living, independence, and supportive services through Assisted Living, Reflections Memory Care, and our signature Aspire Lifestyle™ innovative programs.

Staff chatting with resident at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway in New Ulm, Minnesota
Staff talking with resident at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway in New Ulm, Minnesota
Resident couple rolling down a hallway at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway in New Ulm, Minnesota

Vibrant, Warm, Welcome

We’re excited to meet you or your loved one at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway. Interested in learning more about the community? Don’t hesitate to reach out. Our on-site manager, Kyla Franta, is available to show you around or to talk more about joining the Vista Prairie family. Give us a call today to learn more or to schedule your private tour.

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