Service Information
How to Apply:
In order to be eligible for this program all clients go through Home & Community Care (HCC).
Adult Day Program - Mississauga
Indus Community Services
Category:
Adult Day Program
Target Population: Alzheimer/Dementia, Cognitively Impaired, Frail Elderly, Physically Disabled, Secure Location, Wheelchair-Accessible Location
Service Details
Description:
Our daily program includes exercises, therapeutic activities, group discussions, counseling and support, educational presentations and various therapies (such as; music, art, reminiscing, horticultural, and aroma therapy). To improve flexibility, balance and muscle endurance, all program participants are engaged in physical exercise (30-40 minutes). Mental aerobics activities (30-45 minutes) are planned and delivered according to clients’ cognitive abilities, preferences and level of participation. Social activities such as table topics, various interactive games, bingo etc. are conducted that allow participants to develop communication skills and increase social interactions with others.
Languages:
English, Gurjurati, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Cultural Affiliations:
South Asian
Activities:
Social-Recreational Activities:
Afternoon tea, Baking, Bingo, Board Games, Card Games, Dance, Group Discussions, Horticulture, Intergenerational, Music, Painting, Pet Therapy
Educational Activities:
Health Topic Sessions, Nutrition Education
Transportation:
Available from: Transhelp, Canes
Meal Options:
Meal Service Type:
Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Tea or Coffee
Cultural Cuisine Adaptability
Food Allergy Adaptability
Special Accommodation:
Wheelchair AccessibleYes
Cost to Client:
$23/day (core hours) || $25/day (extended hours am or pm)
Eligibility Criteria
Other Criteria:
Minimum Age:
18 yrs
Criteria:
- Client can weight bear & administer medications independently
- Client is a frail older adult, cognitively impaired or physically disabled
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