There are currently about 75 older adults who attend Daybreak Adult Day Services, Inc. They include mainly older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, dementia, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, head injury, depression, as well as those in need of stimulation for physically aging conditions. Admission of younger adults is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Participants engage in a variety of programs which include music and art, drama, cooking, gardening, arts n’ crafts, and such social activities as playing cards, puzzles and men’s and women’s discussion groups. Special performances by Daybreak’s very own theatrical troupes, “Ringers and Singers” and “The Serendipity Players” entertain participants and guests. Older adults also enjoy such special activities as: field trips, feature presentations, holiday events and an intergenerational program with preschool youngsters.

Meals

All participants enjoy specially prepared meals, which consist of a continental breakfast, a hot lunch and a mid-afternoon snack. Meals are accompanied by a choice of a hot or cold beverage. All meals are geared toward an individual’s special needs and diet.

Medical

There is blood pressure screening and medication is dispensed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and certified nursing assistants. Daybreak has established close ties with the medical community in Frederick County. Therefore, each participant at Daybreak has an individualized and monitored health plan in conjunction with his or her physician.

Also, Daybreak assures that participants get to their doctor’s appointments on time by providing transportation to and from physician’s offices. We offer podiatry services, physical/occupational/speech therapy services in house.

Cost

Payment can be made on a sliding scale for those needing financial assistance.  VA benefits, Medicaid, and some long term care insurances may apply.