Ardent Care in Anaheim operates as an assisted-living community with clinical attention geared toward residents who need consistent medical oversight. The team is trained to supervise individuals who wander during the day or night, remain awake through overnight hours, require wound management, use supplemental oxygen, follow physician-ordered special diets, or manage diabetes with oral medication. Care protocols also account for advanced dementia, ensuring residents with significant cognitive decline receive appropriate redirection and monitoring.
Around-the-clock staffing includes awake night personnel, all employees undergo background checks, and the grounds are secured with fenced perimeters and door alarms. A visiting podiatrist handles routine foot and nail care on site, reducing the need for outside appointments. Residents can receive full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. Transfer help ranges from standby support for walker users to two-person and bed-bound transfers, as well as wheelchair mobility, so changes in physical status do not automatically trigger a move to another setting.
Private and semi-private rooms are available; many offer en-suite bathrooms, basic furnishings, cable hookup, individual climate controls, and the option to paint or decorate. Not every accommodation includes every listed feature, so prospective residents should confirm room specifics during a tour.
Meals are prepared to order, and diet modifications are available to support medical needs such as low-sodium, diabetic-friendly, or texture-adjusted plans. Snacks are kept on hand throughout the day, allowing residents to supplement scheduled meal times as needed.
Community features include outdoor smoking areas, a policy that allows pets, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, an in-house barber and beauty shop, a dedicated movie room, a wellness center, high-speed internet, landscaped communal gardens, and on-site religious services. Scheduled transportation and proximity to public transit help residents reach medical appointments and local destinations. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.