ICF/MR Residences (Intermediate Care Facility for Persons with Mental Retardation)
The residential program provides comprehensive, around-the-clock individualized care for children and adults. At the Irene Wortham Center we believe in the power of loving relationships and we place a high value on being family-friendly. Family members and guardians are encouraged to visit their loved one any time. All therapy is designed to increase a client’s independence and choices in life. Each person is encouraged to participate in as many typical daily activities as possible, such as: planning their daily schedule, daily hygiene routines, helping with meal preparation, and laundry.
All residents receive:
• Specialized Therapies
• Recreational Leisure Activities
• Community Inclusion
• Medical Care
• Excellent Staff/Resident Ratio
• Participation in the Buncombe County School System’s Progressive Education Program and the Adult Day Activity Program for adults, which includes a satellite program of Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College’s Compensatory Education Program.
Twenty four residents who range in age from adolescent to senior live in a warm, home-like atmosphere in one of our three homes:
Rose House: Ranging in age from early adolescence to mid-twenties, these residents are the most medically fragile and receive a level of care that reflects this.
Dogwood House: Ranging in age from mid-twenties to older adults, these residents have moderate to profound developmental challenges.
Azalea House: Teens and young adults live at Azalea House, and this house has teen energy!
Our three homes are licensed as Intermediate Care Facilities for persons with mental retardation and funded by Medicaid and the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation.
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