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| According to a study published in the journal The Gerontologist, caregivers who care for elders with dementia experienced less stress when the individual with dementia used adult day care services. | |
| The research, conducted by Steven Zarit from Pennsylvania State University, revealed a range of benefits for caregivers who enroll their loved one with dementia in adult day services. | |
| "Caregivers who live with and care for someone with dementia can experience extraordinary amounts of stress," said Zarit. "The use ofadult day services appears to provide caregivers with a much-needed break that can possibly protect them from the negative health effects caused by chronic stress." | |
| Caregivers who used the services experienced the following: |
- Lower care-related stresses
- Better experiences during the day
- Lowered anger levels
- Reduced non-care stressors that could lead to depression
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Adult day services for elders
Adult day centers typically coordinate a variety of programs during daytime hours. According to the National Adult Day Services Association, these services fall into three general categories: |
- Social. Recreational and group activities appropriate for your loved one's condition and need.
- Health. Social activities, including health and therapeutic service.
- Specialized. Targeted activities based on a loved one's specific care needs, such as dementia, Alzheimer's, stroke, or Parkinson's.
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| If you are interested in adult day services for your loved one, letElderCarelink.com connect you to local resources in your area. |
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