Adult Day Centers
What are they?
Adult day centers provide a place for individuals to socialize,
exercise, and interact with others. They are generally geared to
older adults and offer a variety of programs that are age appropriate
and designed to promote independence, self-esteem, and overall life
satisfaction. Adult day services are often tailored for individuals
with cognitive impairments who might be in need of a safe place
to be supervised or assisted in their activities of daily living.
What do they offer?
Adult day centers can provide a variety of mental, physical, and
emotional services, which benefit both the individual and their
families. Many adult day services offer transportation to and from
their center as well as transportation for outside activities that
they may offer. They also provide nutritious meals and snacks and
can accommodate particular diets (e.g. diabetes). Adult day centers
employ trained staff and volunteers who are able to assist with
numerous aspects of daily living. For example, toileting, help with
eating/drinking, assistance with walking, etc. Adult day centers
have structured activities and programs throughout the day, which
allow for a comfortable social situation and participation on many
levels.
Why are adult day centers helpful?
Adult day centers offer important social stimulation for the patient
as well as friendship and a sense of belonging. Furthermore, it
offers much needed respite care for the caregiver. Often times,
adult day centers can offer information and advice pertaining to
particular situations that might be occurring with the patient.
Adult day services are beneficial for the overall health of both
the patient and the caregiver.
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