Redwood Villa Retirement Residence delivers Independent Living with attention to several common medical needs. Staff members are trained to assist residents who use oxygen, require special diets, manage diabetes with oral medication, or live with mild dementia. The community also admits adults younger than 60 when independent living is appropriate. Stand-by help is available for bathing, dressing, and toileting, while eating is considered self-care. Mobility support ranges from supervised walker use to one-person wheelchair transfers, so residents who need light physical assistance can remain in an Independent Living setting rather than move to a higher level of care.
Care staff remain on duty around the clock. An awake night shift responds to pull-cord alerts and personal emergency response systems, and the building is protected by 24-hour security, door alarms, and a fenced rear area. An Activity Director plans programs that encourage physical movement and cognitive engagement, which is especially useful for residents with mild dementia. These layers of monitoring and structured engagement add practical oversight without interrupting the independence most residents want to maintain.
Apartments vary in size and layout, but many include a private bathroom, kitchenette, independent temperature controls, basic furnishings, and cable service; some also allow painting or other personalization. Because not every unit has every feature, prospective residents should confirm specific details during a tour. Weekly housekeeping and laundry are provided for Independent Living residents, and the community offers a monthly meal plan that can be scaled up or down depending on how often a resident wishes to cook in the kitchenette.
Meals are served restaurant-style with both set menus and made-to-order choices at each sitting. Between meals, snacks are available, and the kitchen can modify textures or ingredients to meet physician-ordered diets as well as resident preferences. Special diet support covers carbohydrate-controlled plans for diabetics, low-sodium options, and other medically necessary adjustments, so residents can follow physician guidelines without extra effort.
Beyond essential care and dining, Redwood Villa supplies resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, and scheduled transportation while remaining close to public transit. Amenities include a barber and beauty shop, exercise room, movie room, communal gardens, on-site religious services, and a pool. Outdoor smoking areas are designated for those who smoke, and pets are welcome; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
