Cottingham Retirement Community has been part of Cincinnati, Ohio since 1984, and it kind of feels like a small town under one roof because there are all these different housing types and care levels, like independent living, assisted living, respite care, long-term care, memory care, skilled nursing, and even rehabilitation all in one place, so folks can stay here as their needs change. People get their own climate control and utilities, and there are emergency response systems, controlled building entry, and 24-hour security, which helps if you want peace of mind. There's Windsor Court, Heather Court, Ivy Court, and Elizabeth Court, each set up for different care needs, which makes finding the right place a bit simpler for people looking into it.
You'll find staff that handle registered nursing care around the clock and can help with things like medication, bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating, although they don't do injectable medications, and they even offer hospice care, so residents with more medical needs can stay in familiar surroundings. The on-site therapy department offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, even respiratory therapy, and their rehab programs are set up so people can build up their strength and independence after a hospital stay or injury. For those who only need a short stay, like if a caregiver needs a break, Cottingham has respite care and provides furnished guest suites for that.
There's a memory care unit for people with early Alzheimer's or other kinds of dementia, with secure surroundings and private apartments, and the community's skilled nursing beds are Medicare-certified. Food is served up in the Fireside and Courtside Restaurants, plus there's a café and a general store right there on the grounds. There's a bunch of common spaces, too, like the Old English Tavern with its fireplace and TVs, a billiards and game room, an indoor swimming pool, a whirlpool, the fitness center, courtyards, and a greenhouse for folks who like to garden, as well as a non-denominational chapel for spiritual services.
Residents get help with daily needs like showers, making beds, laundry, and meals, with free laundry rooms on every floor. Activities and social programs run every day, with group games, exercise classes, arts and crafts, and community outings to shops, restaurants, museums, and movies-there's even a shuttle for transportation. Professional caregivers and a community medical director keep an eye on everyone's well-being, and the staff helps out with medication reminders, therapy, and home care services. The community aims for a comfortable, family-like environment, so people feel known and cared for, and there's a strong focus on keeping residents active and connected, whether they want to join in big group activities or just enjoy quiet time in the gardens or library. Cottingham has been known in the area for its steady routine and many options, helping seniors have a good quality of life by meeting a broad range of needs, big or small.
