WHAT IS ADULT DAY CARE?
Adult daycare is typically a non-residential facility that supports the health, nutritional, social, and daily living needs of adults in a professionally staffed, group setting.
Normally, adult day care is used to relieve the caregiver or his or her duties for the day while ensuring that the care recipient will still receive the proper care in a safe, friendly environment. These centers usually operate during normal business hours five days a week, and some centers also offer additional services during evenings and weekends. Currently, there are more than 4,000 of these programs operating in the United States.
Adult Day Care Options
There are primarily 3 main types of adult day care centers: those that focus primarily on social interaction, those that provide medical care, and those who focus on Alzheimer’s care.
Many of these facilities are affiliated with other organizations, including home care agencies, skilled nursing facilities, medical centers, or other senior service providers.
While adult day care can be a great resource for caregivers, many refuse to consider this option. There can be resentment in participating in such a program. Many feel guilty at the thought of leaving their loved ones in another person’s care. When it works correctly, however, adult day care can improve the care recipient’s overall behaviour and provide the caregiver with much-needed time off. Often this type of care is flexible and catered to the needs of the client.
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