What are Adult Day Centers?

Adult day centers offer daytime programs that provide person-centered programming to support each participant’s mental and physical strengths.

Caregivers often find comfort in the home-away-from-away home, supervised programs that provide the social interaction and activities adults need.

Adult day programs also allow the caregiver time away to focus on other aspects of life, including self-care so caregivers can be the best they can be. 

Is an Adult Day Program right for me and my loved one? 

Adult day services are an affordable option to long-term care that enables older adults who need support to live in their homes longer. 

These programs are a great option for caregivers who want to provide their loved ones with more opportunities for life-enriching socialization and companionship outside of the home.

Adult day programs also allow caregivers to continue working, run errands, and attend to other aspects of life, including themselves.

Many adult day programs welcome participants with dementia and have trained staff on how to communicate and respond to dementia-related behaviors.

Whether your loved one is independent or needs supervision, adult day center staff are trained to understand each person’s unique needs.

Learn more about the different types of Adult Day Centers here.

How much do Adult Day Programs cost?

Adult day programs cost much less than traditional long-term care, with some programs using sliding-scale fees based on income.

Older Ohioans on PASSPORT (Medicare and Medicaid) or who received VA benefits may be able to attend programs for little or no cost.

Learn more about financial assistance in the Caregiver/Participant Resource Guide here. 

What services are offered at Adult Day Programs?

Adult Day Programs include lunch and person-centered activities that are adaptable to an individual’s strengths.

Some programs include additional services to support the participant and caregiver. These services range from grooming and hygiene, medication management, medical exams, and visits from specialists.

Some programs also offer transportation to and from the participant’s residence.

Learn more about what to look for when selecting an Adult Day Center here.

How do I start with an Adult Day Program?

Start with finding an adult day center close to you. Click here to view a list of the programs offered in Ohio.

Call the center and ask about payment and what services they provide. If your loved one has dementia, be sure to ask if their able to accept participants with dementia.

Learn more about choosing an Adult Day Center in the Caregiver/Participant Resource Guide here.