Frequently Asked Questions
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- What is adult day care?
- Who is GADC best for?
- What are the advantages of adult day care?
- Are there any health conditions or physical impairments that GADC would not be able to accommodate?
- Are persons with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias accepted into the program?
- Are grooming services available?
- What is the procedure if an emergency medical situation arises?
- What are the days and hours of operation?
- What is the capacity and how many members are currently accommodated?
- Does GADC have volunteers?
- Are there any support services for the primary caregiver or family of the member?
- What are the staff’s roles?
- Does GADC provide transportation?
- Are meals provided?
- What is the cost per day?
- How does one become a member of GADC?
- How is GADC funded?
- If a member becomes ill for an extended period of time, would he/she be able to return to GADC after recovery?
- Are members separated into higher and lower functioning groups? Are activities geared toward higher or lower functioning groups?
Who is GADC best for?
GADC is best for adults who:
- Have physical or cognitive limitations
- Find staying home alone during the day too challenging
- Want more social activity
- Require assistance with eating, walking, toileting, bathing, dressing, and/or may be incontinent
- Take medications and/or need treatments
- Need physical, occupational and/or speech therapy
- Want to have a good time!
GADC's members include people with vision and hearing loss, chronic diseases, arthritis, diabetes, stroke victims, fractured hip, Parkinson's disease, and Alzheimer's or dementia.
Eligibility for financial aid is determined on a case by case basis. No person is ever turned away for financial reasons!