Adult Day Care
Unlike adult day care centers that also provide health care, “social model” day care providers do not always operate according to a set schedule or plan of care. So clients there may have to be a bit proactive to make sure the care and services offered are a good fit for their needs.
Another reality is that there may not be a large number of potential choices in a particular locale, so clients may need to be a bit flexible and persistent in working with those that are available.
Prevent problems by actively communicating client information and preferences to the ADC program staff.
Read about the specific rights clients have and obligations the ADC program has to its clients.
Forewarned is forearmed, so learn about forms of elder abuse to watch out for.
There are a number of gradual steps to take when trying to resolve your concerns.
As a last resort, consider consulting an attorney to see whether legal action may be appropriate.
