Irvine Cottage 1 is a residential assisted living facility located in Irvine, California. The facility provides care and support for seniors who need assistance with daily activities, with a particular focus on residents who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. In addition to assisted living, Irvine Cottage 1 offers supplemental home-care services, aiming to create a home-like environment for its residents. The facility maintains a high caregiver-to-resident ratio designed to promote individualized attention and support.

Residents at Irvine Cottage 1 have access to a range of care services and medical support. Nursing care is available onsite, and the facility offers therapy services including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Memory care services are specifically provided for residents with cognitive impairments. Irvine Cottage 1 can facilitate hospice care and provides podiatry services as needed. For residents with religious or cultural preferences, activities and services may be available for those who identify as Catholic or who speak French, although information regarding frequency or extent is not specified. Amenities such as a barber and beauty salon are accessible within the facility. Residents can also participate in clubs and community activities to promote social engagement.

Assistance with activities of daily living is provided at the level of full assistance, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The facility's care protocol supports residents who need significant help with personal care and mobility.

Family and resident reviews, however, have raised concerns about the quality of care and communication at Irvine Cottage 1. Some families report distressing experiences, citing cases where residents contracted COVID-19 from caregivers and noting that outbreaks affected multiple residents. Reviews mention that communication with medical staff was sometimes insufficient, with concerns being minimized by a physician and delays in addressing residents' pain or distress. Accounts include instances of staff failing to respond promptly to emergencies or residents’ needs, which resulted in heightened suffering and dissatisfaction among families, particularly during times of crisis.

No recent significant changes or improvements to care practices at Irvine Cottage 1 have been reported in public records or on major review platforms. Potential residents and their families are encouraged to closely review current staffing, safety protocols, and communication practices when considering this facility.

Costs at this community start at $7,928 and range up to $9,050. The average price in the community is $8,489, which is more than the average price in the area of $6,162. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.