The goal of the Day Center
is to delay or deter nursing home placement. The design of the
Day Center program helps to encourage the independence of each participant. For
the Clients, it encourages participation in decision-making, maintains
maximum dignity, and promotes self-esteem. For the Caregiver,
it is a relief from the increasing responsibility of providing
care at home.
Adult Day Care is not a nursing home that removes people from
their familiar environment. It is a place:
- For adults who need supervision while their families are working,
running errands or taking a break.
- For trained staff to assist with safety, personal care and meaningful
activities.
- That allows socialization among clients and staff to promote a
general feeling of self-worth.
It is a structured, comprehensive program that abides by government
standards and provides a variety of health, social and related
support services in a protective setting. Clients attend on a pre-scheduled
basis as walk-ins are not accepted. Programs within the center
promote independence, freedom of choice and cognitive thinking. Activities
include:
- Music, art and pet therapy
- Range of motion exercises
- Reminiscence games and activities
- Other recreational programs
Clients who arrive before 10:30 a.m. may have a choice of breakfast
food and beverages. A hot lunch meal is provided at noon with menus
planned by a Registered Dietitian. Nutritious snacks are
provided in the afternoon.
The Day Center is open Monday-Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The Day Center Programs are under the supervision of the Director,
who is a Registered Nurse (RN) with a master’s degree in Nursing. Additional
staff includes Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and specially
trained volunteers.
