Care Options: LTC Treatment Variations - Adult Day Center

Taking care of a loved one at home who is aging and/or impaired can be an enormous challenge. And it is one that many of us are facing. All primary caregivers need some kind of assistance. In many instances, primary caregivers are 60 and over or are in their 40s and have children. Performing their duties as the main caretaker of their loved one can be an overwhelming responsibility, and however much we want to do everything for our impaired loved ones, no one really can do it all. Adult day centers offer families in these positions not only assistance with care but reassurance. They are expensive, but generally affordable, ($40-$50 a day), and allow caregivers do all they need to help everyone in their family, including themselves. 

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Adult Day Center Features

Senior centers, assisted living and nursing care facilities often offer these services. They usually operate during regular business hours, 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.  Some also offer weekend respite, or even care for as long as a week. However, independent facilities are becoming more and more frequently being seen. 

Adult day centers also provide support for individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The responsibility of caring for a loved one with these diseases can be particularly exhausting. The break for caregivers and social benefits of adult day services can be essential to maintaining quality care and even quality of life. 

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The Strengths of an Adult Day Center Solution

People who benefit most from adult day services are those who can no longer structure basic components of daily living, practical and social. They are especially necessary for  individuals who are isolated most of the time and miss social activities. The more outlets your loved one has, the less frustrated they, and also you, are likely to be.

Adult day programs may offer, in addition to other services:

• Social activities
• Counseling
• Meals
• Transportation
• Entertainment and exercise
• Medical assistance
• Bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Occupational, physical and speech.therapies

When looking for an adult day center, be sure to find one that meets your specific needs. Also, visit several times with your loved one to be sure you are comfortable with the facility.  There are many choices out there.

Medicare does not cover the cost of adult day services. The daily charge can certainly be significant, particularly as most primary caregivers have children or are fixed incomes.  It is important to consider the LTC insurance plan that best suits your needs so that you do not bear the entire financial burden yourself.

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