What Does One Look for When Selecting an Adult Day Center?
• Conducts an assessment of individuals before admission to determine their range of abilities and needs; • Provides an active day program that meets the social, recreational and rehabilitative needs of the impaired adult; • Develops an individualized treatment plan for participants and regularly monitors their progress; • Provides referrals to other needed services in the community; • Has clear criteria for service and guidelines for termination of service, based upon the functional status of the person; • Provides a full range of in-house services, which may include personal care, transportation, meals, health screening and monitoring, educational programming, counseling ad rehabilitative services; • Provides a safe, secure environment; • Utilizes qualified and well-trained staff and volunteers; • Adheres to or exceeds existing state and national standards and guidelines.
