Adult day care is a planned program of activities in a professional care setting designed to promote well-being though social and health-related services. They offer a safe, supportive, and cheerful environment where older adults can participate in social activities.
Adult day care centers tend to operate during daytime hours, Monday through Friday. Whatever the range of services, the intent is primarily two-fold:
- To provide older adults with an opportunity to get out of the house and receive both mental and social stimulation, as well as the continuing care they need.
- To give caregivers a much-needed break in which to work, attend to personal needs, or simply to rest and relax.