Irvine Cottage 3 is a Residential Care Home able to address a wide range of medical needs. The community accepts residents who wander, present behavioral issues, require wound care, use oxygen, follow special diets, are under 60 years old, or manage diabetes with oral medications. Care staff are experienced with advanced dementia, allowing residents with complex cognitive conditions to remain on site rather than move to higher-acuity settings. Podiatry visits are conducted inside the home, limiting the need for outside appointments and keeping residents with mobility challenges comfortable and safe.
Licensed nurses are on staff and backed by caregivers who have passed background checks. There is an awake night shift as well as a sleeping night shift to provide coverage 24/7, and an Activity Director keeps daily schedules structured to reduce agitation and promote engagement. Safety measures include fenced front and rear yards, alarmed doors, a wander guard system, and in-room pull cords that alert staff. Residents can receive full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, and the team can accommodate transfers ranging from walker or standby help to two-person, Hoyer lift, or bed-bound transfers.
Private and semi-private rooms are available; some include private bathrooms, basic furnishings, cable service, and options to paint or decorate. Because features vary by room, families can choose the accommodation that best matches clinical needs and personal preferences.
Meals follow a set menu prepared to match physician-ordered or personal dietary requirements, with modifications available for residents who need texture changes, calorie adjustments, or sugar control. Snacks are offered between meals to support stable blood sugar and adequate nutrition.
The home is wheelchair accessible and offers communal gardens, on-site barber and beauty services, scheduled religious services, and internet access for staying connected. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.