What are Adult Day Programs?
Adult Day services allow adults who need support to stay in their home and community longer by providing person-centered activities that benefit the mental, physical, and social needs of participants. Adult day programs also allow respite for caregivers.
The services provided by Adult Day Programs are part of a holistic approach to care and one of the best kept secrets in healthcare.
What services do Adult Day Programs provide?
Adult day programs provide vital mental, physical, and social engagement for participants. Centers offer lunch and person-centered activities that are adaptable to an individual’s strengths.
Programs may 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.
Many centers offer a safe environment for participants with dementia, allowing the participant the socialization and mental engagement that can help with cognitive decline.
Learn more about the types of Adult Day Centers
here.
Who should utilize Adult Day Programs?
Adult day programs are for independent older adults and those who need support with daily tasks from a caregiver. The programs are a more affordable option for these adults to remain at home and out of traditional long-term care facilities. The home-away-from-home environment with attentive care and engagement help older adults thrive.
Adult day programs are also an essential respite service for caregivers, allowing them to step away from care-giving duties to focus on other aspects of life, including self care or to continue working.
Referrals to Adult Day Centers are easy and often don’t come with challenging wait lists. To refer a patient, send the patient’s information to the center and the staff handle the rest.