The surge of older adults living on their own has spurred a demand today for adult day care programs to assist them. Senior adult day care is ideal for those who have physical or cognitive challenges, but do not require 24-hour supervision. This might include those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, people who need help taking medicine or older adults who are isolated. The goal is to get the person out of the house and into a safe, supportive group setting.
Varied activities keep senior participants active, social and mentally alert. An adult day program may provide:
- Nutritious meals and snacks
- Health support services (e.g., blood pressure monitoring)
- Social events like holiday parties or sing-a-longs
- Personal care, such as help with toileting
- Recreation and games, including exercise
- Functional assistance and therapy
- Counseling and support groups for caregivers
These senior day care programs may be the best solution for caregivers who do not want to place a loved one in an assisted living facility. Beyond the benefits for the senior, caregivers can get a much-needed break or can care for a relative while holding a job.
To enable your loved one to keep an active lifestyle, call on Senior Helpers STL to assist with transportation for adult day care programs, doctor and salon appointments, shopping trips and more. Our caring home companions can come early or stay late when bringing your loved one to or from adult day care. In addition, we provide additional compassionate in-home care services, including preparing meals, house cleaning and even recreational activities, for the days or hours when your elderly loved one is not at the adult day care and you are not able to be at home with them.
Call Senior Helpers Locally at: 636-695-3140
