Is there a supportive day or respite program for seniors on Nantucket?
Yes, The “ACDC” Adult Community Day Care Center provides a supported day program three days per week. The program is offered each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 AM until 2:00 PM. Kate Eilert is the ACDC Program Manager. Funding and administration is provided through the Town of Nantucket – Our Island Home. All correspondence must be mailed to ACDC c/o Our Island Home, 9 East Creek Road, Nantucket, MA 02554. Elder Services may provide funding for eligible clients. This program is designed to enhance the physical, emotional and social well-being of senior adults, especially those who are socially isolated due to physical or emotional limitations. The staff is trained to help those who may need some assistance in self-care, such as stroke victims, people with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other age related limitations.
Yes, The “ACDC” Adult Community Day Care Center provides a supported day program three days per week. The program is offered each Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:30 AM until 2:00 PM. Kate Eilert is the ACDC Program Manager. Funding and administration is provided through the Town of Nantucket – Our Island Home. All correspondence must be mailed to ACDC c/o Our Island Home, 9 East Creek Road, Nantucket, MA 02554. Elder Services may provide funding for eligible clients. This program is designed to enhance the physical, emotional and social well-being of senior adults, especially those who are socially isolated due to physical or emotional limitations. The staff is trained to help those who may need some assistance in self-care, such as stroke victims, people with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other age related limitations. The ACDC program center is held in the Town’s Teen Center Building off of first way and provides regular periods of respite for participants families and care givers
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