The Benefits of ‘Adult Day Care Programs’
Let us provide a helping hand:
Aging adults and their children—who are often their caregivers—both need extra care and support. The average caregiver has many responsibilities to juggle in addition to caring for their aging parent or loved one. They may work full-time and have a family of their own. The elderly adult may then be left alone to fend for themselves without needed assistance, which can lead to falls and feelings of loneliness due to isolation. Adult day programs like Elderhaus at the Lake or Elderhaus PACE may be just what families are missing to create a healthy balance for everyone involved.
Three great reasons seniors should participate in adult day services:
• Give their primary caregiver a break
• Socialize with others their age
• Get medical management help
Give the Primary Caregiver a Break
One reason to consider Elderhaus Adult Day Services is to help relieve the stress a senior’s primary caregiver may face. It is crucial that caregivers receive breaks for personal time and to care for their home and other family members. Stress can adversely affect both body and mind, and take away a caregiver’s ability to properly care for their aging parent or family member.
Elderhaus Total Senior Care provides the needed assistance. Caregivers can take personal time to recoup and care for themselves, free of worry, knowing that the needs of their loved ones are being properly addressed under the oversight of trained medical professionals.
Socialize and Participate with Others
Adult day care allows seniors to socialize with others their age and participate in activities like outings and gardening. This helps them maintain their independence and interests in a safe environment.
By participating and socializing with others, seniors feel less isolated and more purposeful. These positive feelings can help support overall health and mental well-being. Studies have shown that seniors who regularly participate in social activities are less likely to develop dementia. Visit Elderhaus PACE’s Facebook page to see the many activities our participants enjoy.
Get Help with Medical Management
Seniors who need help with medical care—such as medication management or physical therapy—can benefit from Elderhaus’s day care program. On-site medical staff assist with medications and monitor overall health.
Adult day care also provides regular exercise routines to help maintain strength and mobility. Exercising helps relieve stress and improve mood.
Lynda Barrow and Alysha Wilkins, Elderhaus PACE, Marketing & Enrollment Coordinators. Together they have over 25 years’ experience in Long Term Care, including Senior Housing, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Care.
1380 N College Road, 28405
Phone: 910-343-8209
