Adult Day Health
Care Program
How can a person apply for the Adult Day Health Care
Program You can become a client in our ADHC program by filling
out an application and getting a referral from your physician, health care or
community agency, or come in on your own.
What happens next? Many times potential clients prefer a trial visit to experience
our program firsthand. You will be assessed by professionals on our staff
and approval from your physician is required. After the referral and assessment
you can officially become part of our ADHC family!
What services and activities are offered by ADHC?
Health Monitoring: Licensed nurse on site; administration
of medications; direct nursing care; nutrition planning and supervision;
therapy programs; health and personal care education.
- Rehabilitation: Physical, occupational, and speech therapy
as needed; treatment for chronic disabilities such as arthritis or for
an acute illness such as trauma or stroke. Mobility training; exercise.
- Foot Care: Provided by a local podiatrist.
- Social Work Services: Individual and family counseling;
caregiver support; special needs counseling.
- Nutritional Care: Diet planning and counseling; breakfast,
snacks and hot lunch provided; special diet planning available.
- Recreational Activities: Games; music; arts and crafts;
fellowship; special performances and visits by community schools; holiday
parties and movies.
- Transportation: Assisted door-through-door service for
fragile or disabled passengers including wheelchairs. (Transportation
may not be available in all areas.
Who is eligible for ADHC? Any disabled person 18 years or older, or adult 55 or older
with physical or mental health conditions which impair active independent
living and whose physician prescribes ADHC services. Any individual with
walker and wheelchair is welcome.
Who pays for ADHC and how? One low daily charge covers all the services included in
the program. Medi-Cal reimbursement is available.
When is the Program open? 8:30 am to 1:30 pm
Office Hours: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
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