ANSWERS:
Q: Who should go to Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center and how does adult day services work?
A: We will do everything possible to make it work for your loved one short of jeopardizing the safety of our staff. Those who are bedridden, violent, or don't have enough stamina to function in our programs and activities will have difficulty participating. In order for us to accomplish our mission, we need a certain level of collaboration so that your loved one is truly a participant and not just an observant. Being a partaker allows them to fully reap the benefits.
A typical day at Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center can start as early as 6 AM. Breakfast is served until 9:00 AM; meanwhile, there are planned activities scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon to exercise, socialize, stimulate, and educate participants. Please refer to SERVICES page for details. Hot lunch starts at 12 Noon after which activities resume and ends at 6 PM. Our ratio of staff to participants does not exceed 1 to 6.
Q: What kinds of services does Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center offer?
A: Please take a moment to review our Services
Q: What is the cost? Is my loved one eligible for Nevada State paid senior benefits?
A: If eligible, the cost of Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center services is paid by Nevada Medicaid, Senior Dimensions, CHIP waiver, and Clark County Social Services. NADHC also accepts respite grants offered by Alzheimers Association and Helping Hands for short term attendance. Some employers may offer flexible-spending accounts that include dependent care expenses deducted before tax and be used to pay for adult day care services. Please contact Cristina Vito, Administrator or Helene Reilly, Program Director at info@nevadaadultdaycare.com or 702-319-4600 for more specific information and assistance.
Q: Why would I be interested in Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center?
A: If you are the sole caregiver of a loved one, experts recommend that you have a back-up plan in case of an emergency. Experts also recommend that you share this plan with your loved one so that they are emotionally prepared to face the emergency with you. In case you have an emergency situation and are in need of someone to call for your loved one for a few hours, Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center is open Monday through Friday, 6:00AM to 6:00PM. If they attend Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center on a regular basis, they can get acclimated and familiarize themselves with the environment, our staff, other participants, and activities. As a result, when you need our services, your loved one will most likely look forward to being with us and receive the maximum benefits of our program.
Q: Are special diet needs accommodated?
A: Because nutrition is an important part of each participant's care, the initial assessment of our participants include special dietary requirements. All our hot lunch menus are low in sodium and ADA approved for diabetics. Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center can educate family caregivers regarding their loved one's nutritional needs. We serve breakfast, hot lunch, and afternoon snacks daily.
Q: What is the advantage of Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center services over assisted living, home health care, or nursing homes?
A: Here are what some experts say about the concept of Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center services:
- "Adult day care represents a growing option for many families---one that keeps their loved ones out of nursing homes or assisted-living facilities that demand far more in the way of financial resources and may provide far less in the way of social and emotional stimulation." Trudy Lieberman, Consumer Reports Complete Guide to Health Services For Seniors, 2000.
- "It's (adult day centers) clearly the most cost-effective and cost-efficient model of care and balances the needs of family and the growth of the elder…" Dr. John Capitman, professor of Brandeis University.
- A study done by The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation showed that adult day centers are a viable, cost-effective long-term care option as it relates to nursing homes.
- "They (adult day centers) help keep individuals who are in need of chronic care at home, in the community, with family and friends as long as possible." Nancy J. Cox, M.S.W., national director of Partners in Caregiving.
- Average monthly cost of: Adult Day Services - $1,100-$1,760
Q: Where is Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center located?
A: For more information view the Locations page
Q: What are the hours of operation?
A: Hours of Operation:
- Monday through Friday
- 6 AM to 6 PM
- Closed during major holidays and weekends
Q: Are transportation services available?
A: Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center can coordinate with transportation services to and from our facility as necessary.
Q: Can I visit Nevada Adult Day Healthcare Center?
A: Please stop by anytime during hours of operation, or call 702-319-4600 and ask for Cristina or Helene if you prefer an appointment.
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