ADULT DAY

What is Adult Day Care?

Adult day care is a structured program of activities and services designed for older adults who require supervised care during the day. These centers provide a safe, engaging environment where seniors can socialize and participate in planned activities, while also receiving necessary health services. Adult day care centers offer a valuable respite for family caregivers, ensuring their loved ones are well cared for while they attend to personal needs or work responsibilities.

Key Features of Adult Day Care:

• Social and Recreational Activities: Provides a variety of activities to keep seniors engaged, including games, arts and crafts, exercise programs, and social events.

• Health and Personal Care Services: Depending on the facility, services can range from basic health monitoring and assistance with personal care to more comprehensive medical and therapeutic services such as physical, occupational, or speech therapy.

• Safe and Supervised Environment: Ensures that seniors are in a secure setting where they can receive appropriate supervision and care throughout the day.

• Flexible Hours: Typically operates during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, with some centers offering evening and weekend services.

Who is Adult Day Care For?

• Older adults who need supervised care during the day due to physical or cognitive impairments.

• Seniors who are isolated or lonely and would benefit from social interaction and structured activities.

• Family caregivers who need a break from caregiving duties to attend to work, personal needs, or simply rest.

When to Consider Adult Day Care:
You may want to consider using adult day care when a senior:

• Can no longer structure their own daily activities.

• Is isolated and desires companionship.

• Can’t be safely left alone at home.

• Lives with someone who works outside the home or who is frequently away from home for other reasons.

The Not-for-Profit Advantage:

Choosing a not-for-profit organization ensures that the primary purpose is to meet community needs, not to generate profit for shareholders. Here are key reasons why our members stand out:

• Community Focus: Any profits generated are reinvested to enhance services.

• Governance: These organizations are governed by volunteer boards committed to serving the community.

• Quality of Care: Not-for-profit providers often exceed regulatory requirements, focusing on personalized care, increased staffing, and higher wages for care staff.

Member Listings:

Below is a list of LeadingAge Texas members offering adult day services, sorted by city. These members are dedicated to providing top-quality care in a supportive environment.