Adult Day Care: The Break That Family Caregivers Need

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For stressed family caregivers, adult day care could be a game changer.

These days it feels like we are all stretched beyond our capacity. For members of the sandwich generation who shoulder the responsibility of working and caring for children and older loved ones, that stretched feeling often seems on the verge of snapping.

Being a caregiver is a fulltime job already, but many family care providers also work outside the home, adding to their already heavy load. Additionally, older caregivers — those caring for an aging spouse or adult child with special needs — face similar stress and the potential caregiver burnout from their daily caregiving duties.

The stressful nature of the pandemic brought the importance of slowing down and self-care to the forefront of our national conversation. And we’ve all heard the old adage that we need to put on our own oxygen mask before helping others with theirs. But when you have so many responsibilities on your plate, how can you possibly find the time to put your own mask on?

What Are the Effects of Caregiving on a Person’s Health?

An all-too-common scenario is that a family member starts caring for an aging loved one, only to end up in the hospital themselves. In fact, research shows that caregiving has a significant impact on the health and wellbeing of the caregiver. According to the CDC, caregiving has been associated with:

  • Increased anxiety and depression
  • A decline in physical health
  • Increased usage of psychoactive medications
  • Weakened immune system
  • A higher risk of premature death
  • And more

Given these risks, it is imperative for family caregivers to get help in order to better care for themselves as well as their loved ones. Adult day care is an excellent solution that allows caregivers to have a daily break while ensuring their loved ones receive the care they need.

Adult day care provides seniors and those with medical or developmental disabilities a safe and enriching place to socialize and receive care. There is also evidence that adult day care improves quality of life for both the client and the family caregiver. One study from The Gerontologist demonstrated that adult day care provided health-related, social, psychological and behavioral benefits for clients. Another study found that people with dementia and their caregivers had improved sleep on the nights before the patients attended an adult day care center.

At Innovative Senior Solutions, we provide adult day care services in convenient, home-like locations. Our clients can expect to engage in a variety of fun activities, like:

  • Games
  • Exercise
  • Engaging discussions
  • Fun outings in the local community
  • Arts and crafts
  • Memory activities
  • Music
  • Movies and shows
  • Gardening and other hobbies
  • And more

Our convenient facilities are staffed by experienced caregivers and nurses who are on hand to provide supervision and assistance with medical needs as needed. If you are a family caregiver who is in need of a practical care solution that can provide benefits for both you and you loved one, we’d love to talk to you more about our adult day care services. Give us a call today at 866-409-0582 for more information or to schedule a tour of our centers.

Understanding the Benefits of Adult Day Care Services for Older Adults

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The benefits of adult day care services for older adults are numerous.

One of the biggest issues for seniors and individuals with medical or developmental disabilities is isolation. Age, loss of mobility, and disability can make it a challenge to get out and about and stay active and socially engaged. Social isolation can lead to a host of issues, including:

  • Loneliness
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • A weakened immune system
  • Cognitive decline
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • And more

Isolation can also affect a person’s eating habits. Eating alone often leads to eating poorly, as we often choose quick and easy, but not always healthy, options. This can lead to high blood pressure and obesity. For many seniors, loneliness can also decrease the desire to eat at all, leading to malnutrition. In order to combat these issues, it is crucial to ensure older loved ones stay active, both physically and socially.

Family caregivers do their best to keep loved ones active, but maintaining a senior’s overall health and wellbeing isn’t a one-person job. Adult day care services can provide a huge relief for family caregivers, while also offering a unique opportunity for seniors to get out of the house, engage with others, participate in fun and meaningful activities, and more.

What Are the Benefits of Adult Day Care Services for Older Adults?

Innovative Senior Solutions has adult day care centers that offer a wide variety of services designed to help seniors and disabled individuals maintain a full and happy life. At our centers, you can expect your loved ones to stay engaged in activities like the following:

  • Prepared meals to enjoy in the company of others
  • Arts and crafts
  • Exercise
  • Music appreciation
  • Engaging discussions with other seniors and care providers
  • Games
  • Movies and shows
  • Gardening and other hobbies
  • Fun outings in the local community
  • Salon services
  • And more

In addition to the benefits of increased engagement and socialization, adult day care allows older and disabled adults to get the health and medical care they need as well. Innovative Senior Solutions’ adult day care centers employ highly-skilled and experienced caregivers and nurses who provide services ranging from personal care to skilled nursing services that can include:

  • Assistance with personal hygiene
  • Medication management and administration
  • Testing blood sugar
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Memory engagement activities
  • Nursing care and supervision
  • Recovery care after an illness or hospitalization
  • Care on the weekends and respite care to give family members a needed break
  • And more

We understand that family caregivers have busy lives and need to make it to work or other appointments on time. To ensure that we provide the utmost in dedicated respite service, we also offer safe, reliable transportation to and from our centers.

Want to learn more about adult day care services and how they can benefit you and your loved ones? Give us a call today at 866-409-0582 for more information or to schedule a tour of one of adult day care facilities.

What are Adult Day Care Services?

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Learn more about Innovative Senior Solutions’ adult day care services.

For family caregivers, it can often feel like the world is on your shoulders. Between caring for your loved one, children, work, and your countless other responsibilities, it can be a real challenge to find time to care for yourself. Missing work is often a big issue for caregivers as they have limited options for care during the day. That’s where Innovative Senior Solutions’ adult day care services can help!

Who Should Consider Adult Day Care Services?

Adult day care services are designed to ensure that seniors and loved ones with medical or developmental disabilities have care during the day, allowing family caregivers to work or have some respite from caregiving duties. Adult day care typically takes place in a facility outside the person’s home where people can socialize and participate in activities with others in a safe and supportive environment.

At Innovative Senior Solutions, we are committed to helping clients and caregivers find the balance they need to live their best lives. Our adult day care centers are specially designed with this mission in mind. Our highly trained care providers and nurses offer a safe, relaxed, and home-like atmosphere where adults who need care can participate in activities with others while receiving the assistance and personal care support they need throughout the day.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like in an Adult Day Care Center?

At our adult day care centers, we strive to create a friendly, supportive environment that leaves everyone we serve with a smile. Adults in our care can be found engaging in a wide range of activities, including:

  • Dining together
  • Thoughtful discussions
  • Arts and crafts
  • Exercise
  • Music appreciation
  • Games
  • Movies
  • Fun outings in the community
  • Gardening and other hobbies
  • Salon services
  • And so much more

Ensuring that seniors and disabled individuals are safe and well cared for is our highest priority. To ensure that we are able to meet everyone’s care needs, our adult day centers also provide:

  • Meals and dining assistance
  • Personal care services
  • Memory enhancement activities
  • Medication management
  • Nursing care and supervision
  • Recovery care after an illness or hospitalization
  • Weekend and respite care to give family members a needed break
  • Transportation to and from the center
  • And more

How Do I Pay for Adult Day Services?

We know that it can be overwhelming to navigate payment options for senior care services. Innovative Senior Solutions accepts a variety of payment options, including:

To learn more about our adult day care services, give us a call any time at 866-409-0582.