SPECIAL SECTION: SENIOR LIVING
Adult Day Care
Services
Finding the best center for
your needs.
W
ith life expectancy rising, more and more of us find we need
assistance as we age. Adult day care centers are designed
for older adults who can no longer manage independently,
or who are isolated and lonely. They enable seniors to socialize with
others while still receiving needed care services. At the same time, they
offer caregivers a break from caregiving duties while knowing that their
loved one is in good hands.
What is an adult day care center?
Adult day care is a planned program of activities designed to
promote well-being through social and health-related services. Adult
day care centers operate during daytime hours, Monday through
Friday, in a safe, supportive, cheerful environment. Nutritious meals
that accommodate special diets are typically included, along with an
afternoon snack.
Adult day care centers can be public or private, nonprofit or