FAQ's

What is the cost of attending a Specialized Alzheimer's Day Care Center?

The cost of services is $55.00 per day. Financial assistance is available for those who meet eligibility requirements.

Patients and families in need of financial assistance receive the support and guidance of a case manager who can assist them in navigating the process of applying for available funding. The approval process for funding can be lengthy. In order to help patients enter the program as soon as possible, Alzheimer's Community Care works to obtain funding from foundations and private donors for scholarships to pay for care for those who would otherwise be on a waiting list.


How do people benefit from the Specialized Alzheimer’s Day Care Centers?

Benefits to the patient include:

  • Participation in a caring, accepting non-institutional environment which focuses on each person’s strengths rather than their deficits
     
  • Participation in a wide array of therapeutic activities of interest that stimulate the patient physically, cognitively, socially and spiritually
     
  • The opportunity to express intelligence and personhood through creative art opportunities
     
  • Ongoing clinical care and support provided by a state licensed nurse
     
  • Enhanced ability to remain in their home and community through the provision of care and support provided by a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals
     

Benefits for the caregiver include:

  • Much needed respite to attend to work, personal matters or simply rest and recharge
     
  • Access to ongoing education and training
     
  • Relief in knowing that their loved one is receiving care by dedicated, compassionate and experienced professionals
     
  • Access to Alzheimer’s Community Care’s “Safety Net” of dementia specific services and resources

     


What services are offered at the Specialized Alzheimer’s Day Care Centers?

Services include:

  • Routine health maintenance by a licensed nurse
     
  • An individually-tailored, therapeutic activities program
     
  • Care for incontinent and wheelchair-bound patients
     
  • Assistance with personal care
     
  • Nutritious meals and snacks served daily
     
  • Assistance with transportation coordination
     
  • Referrals for physical, occupational and speech therapy
     
  • Weekly caregiver support groups
     
  • Ongoing support from caring and knowledgeable staff and volunteers
     


What are some of the special services provided by the Specialized Alzheimer’s Day Care Centers?

  • Music Therapy
     
  • Art Therapy
     
  • Community Outings
     
  • Annual Family Thanksgiving Day Celebrations
     
  • Annual Caregiver Appreciation Luncheons
     
  • Many other special events for both Patients and Caregivers