WHAT ARE ADULT DAY SERVICES?

Adult Day Health Care centers are designed to meet the physical, functional, and social needs of elderly and disabled adults who are unable to live totally independently.

Medical Services

Adult day health services is a program for adults who may need:

·        Medication assessment and management in collaboration with the client’s physician

·       Ongoing health assessment and care of medical  and mental health conditions

·        Management of diabetes and other chronic illnesses

·        Incontinence and colostomy care

·        Proper nutrition

·        Personal care

·        Physical, occupational and speech therapy

Activities Program

Adult day health services is a program for adults who may need:

• Supervision
• Social interaction
• Companionship
• Therapeutic and cognitively stimulating activities
• Musical interactions
• Daily exercise
• Quiet area for relaxation and reading
• Dementia specific activities (this may vary in different sites)

Social Services

Adult day health services is a program for adults who may need:

• On-going counseling and support for participants and their families
• Referrals for services such as housing, transportation, in-home care, or mental health services
• Assistance determining eligibility for various services and benefits

Typical components of an adult day health care center include:

• General health and nutrition teaching
• Two nutritious meals and a snack daily
• Social and recreational activities
• Supervision and education regarding medication
• Coordination of care with the individuals primary care physician
• Education and support of caregivers
• Transportation can be arranged

Adult day health care centers may vary in hours and days of operation and some specialize in Alzheimer’s care. Referrals to the centers can be made by anybody including clients and caregivers.