The Cottages 14 in Irvine is a licensed residential care home equipped to handle a wide range of medical needs. Staff can support residents who wander, display behavioral concerns, remain awake throughout the night, or live with advanced dementia. Clinical capabilities cover wound care management, oxygen therapy, special diets, and diabetes controlled by oral medication, and the home is open to adults under 60 who require this level of oversight. An on-site podiatry service reduces the need for outside appointments and helps maintain foot health for residents with circulatory or mobility challenges.

Care delivery is reinforced by an RN or LPN on staff, routine background checks for all employees, and both awake and asleep night-shift coverage. Safety measures include a fenced rear area, alarmed doors, wander-guard technology, and in-room pull cords that alert caregivers. Full assistance is available for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and transfer options range from standby help to two-person or Hoyer-lift transfers for bed-bound residents. An activity director coordinates daily engagement suited to each person’s abilities.

Resident rooms may feature a private bathroom, basic furnishings, cable access, and the option for families to paint or decorate the space, although not every unit provides all of these elements. The community’s layout is wheelchair accessible, and staff can help residents personalize their environment within safety guidelines.

Meals are prepared on a set menu that accommodates physician-ordered diet modifications such as low-sodium or diabetic plans. Snacks are available between meals, and caregivers monitor intake for those needing full assistance with eating to ensure nutritional goals are met.

Amenities include wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, high-speed internet access, 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.