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The Bridge Between Home and Residential Care: How Adult Day Programs Help Families Stay Ahead Many families find themselves facing a difficult question: "What happens when Mom or Dad is no longer thriving at home, but isn't ready for assisted living or a nursing home?" For many older adults, ...

When most people think about transportation, they think about getting from one place to another. For older adults, however, transportation often represents something much bigger. Reliable transportation supports independence, access to healthcare, social connection, and participation in meanin...

There is a type of grief that many caregivers experience, but few people talk about. It doesn’t begin with a funeral. It doesn’t arrive with closure. And it often goes unseen by the outside world. It’s called ambiguous grief. And for many individuals caring for someone living with d...

Bringing Person-Centered Adult Day Services to the Portland Area Elder-Well® Adult Day Program is proud to welcome Seth and Breanna Dickinson, CSA®, as the newest franchise owners bringing our person-centered adult day program model to Oregon. As native Oregonians, Seth and Breanna are deeply ...

To start and run a successful adult day program, you need a clear model, the right team, and a well-designed experience that supports both seniors and their caregivers. The idea of opening an adult day program often begins with something simple, a desire to make a difference.  But as many qui...

According to the National Adult Day Services Association (NADSA), more than 260,000 participants receive services from adult day centers across the United States each day. As the aging population continues to grow, many communities are seeing increased demand for adult day programs that provide stru...

Understanding Anosognosia in Dementia: When a Loved One Truly Cannot See the Changes “But They Don’t Think Anything Is Wrong…” One of the most emotionally difficult moments for families caring for someone living with dementia is hearing a loved one say: “I’m ...

Spring Into Connection Series – Final Post Introduction: It’s Not Just What You Do, it’s How You Do It Not all adult day programs are created equal. On the surface, many may look similar: Activities on a calendar Group gatherings Music, games, and conversation But what famil...

“They’re Fine at Home” … Are They Really? Understanding Social Needs Beyond Safety Introduction We hear it all the time: “They’re fine at home.” And in many ways, that may be true. They’re safe. They’re eating. They’re managing their day-to-day routine. But her...

Social Engagement vs. Social Presence: Why Being Around Others Isn’t Enough Spring Into Connection: Why Social Engagement Matters More Than Ever – Part 2 It’s something we hear often: “They’re not alone-they’re around people all day.” But here’s the important question: �...