The Cottages 12 in Irvine operates as a residential care home and is set up to manage a wide range of medical needs. Care teams are trained to redirect residents who wander, manage behavioral issues, support those who stay up throughout the night, and provide wound care and oxygen therapy. Specialized meal planning is available for residents with diabetes managed by oral medication and for anyone who requires a physician-ordered diet. The community accommodates adults younger than 60 and is structured to serve people living with advanced dementia.
Daily care is delivered by caregivers who have immediate access to an on-site RN or LPN, and all employees undergo background checks. Staff members remain awake overnight, and additional personnel are on call for asleep-night coverage. Safety measures include a fenced rear area, door alarms, WanderGuard technology, and in-room pull cords that alert staff. Podiatry comes to the community for routine foot care. Full assistance is available for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and transfer help ranges from standby with a walker to two-person or Hoyer-lift support for bed-bound residents.
Private and semiprivate rooms are available; some have private bathrooms, some come fully furnished, and others allow residents to paint or decorate for personal preference. Cable television is offered in selected rooms, so prospective residents should confirm which features are present in the specific accommodation they select.
Meals follow a set menu prepared to meet general nutrition guidelines, with modifications made for medical or personal diets such as low-sodium or diabetic plans. Snacks are kept on hand throughout the day and night so residents can maintain regular intake even when their schedules differ from the main dining times.
Residents have access to wheelchair-friendly common areas, a barber and beauty shop, internet service, communal gardens, and on-site religious services. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.