Social Adult Day Care Family Respite Program

Jamie Cooperman, BA, Director, ext. 221 [email protected]

Program takes place Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 2:00pm with customizable schedule options.

The Family Respite Program provides adult day care to older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or related memory disorders. The daily activities, designed to foster socialization, mental stimulation and to improve quality of life include:

• Educational programs
• Chair exercise
• Reminiscence and mental enhancement opportunities
• Music and crafts programming
• Current events discussions
• Intergenerational activities

Family members can take advantage of four weekly support groups which are available to help cope with the strain of care-giving. Clients are charged on a sliding scale basis. Limited transportation is available. Pre-admission screening is required. Kosher lunch is served.

Early Stage Dementia Care Program

Alissa Pizzutiello, LCSW, Director, ext. 331 [email protected]

Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm

The Early Stage Dementia Care Program offers a twice weekly support program to assist people with newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders, and who are aware of their memory loss. Members participate in:

• Twice weekly therapeutic groups
• Integrated programs with the Adult Center
• Memory enhancement activities
• Educational programs
• Exercise and fitness maintenance
• Recreational day trips (when allowed)

Family members can take advantage of four weekly support groups which are available to help cope with the strain of care-giving. Clients are charged on a sliding scale basis. Limited transportation is available. Pre-admission screening is required. Kosher lunch, snacks and hot drinks are provided.