What is Adult Day Care?
Adult Day Care is a planned health program of activities for individuals 18 years or older who require supportive care during the day and can return home in the evenings.
The benefits for participates of adult day services include:
- Mental, Physical and Social Interaction and Stimulation
- Self-Esteem and Dignity Enhancement
- Independence promotion
- Delay or prevention of Institutional/Nursing Home placement
- A safe and secure location for your loved one in a medically supervised environment
Placement in an Adult Day Center can provide much respite for a family caregiver to allow them time to work, attend to other family responsibilities, or just take a break from caring for their loved one.
A daily charge of $88.00 includes all:
· Personal Care of sick adults
· Therapeutic Activities Exercise
· Help with Adult Daily Living (ADLs)
· Memory Training
· Respite Care
· Nutritious Meals & Snacks
· Wellness Monitoring
· Medication Management
· Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy
· Podiatry/Vision/Hearing (Quarterly)
· Caregiver Support Groups & Referrals
· Social Services Support and Counseling Services
· RN/LPN/CNA on staff at all times
Cost Comparison:
Adult Day Care Center $1,848 ($88 per day x 21 days)
In-Home Care $3,528 ($168 per day x 21 days)
Assistant Living Facility $3,960 ($132 per day x 30 days)
Nursing Home $7,500 ($250 per day x 30 days)
(Average Monthly Cost)
