Adult Day Services

Adult day services are centers or day programs that emphasize social and recreational activities for older adults in a group setting. Most adult day services are socially focused and are appropriate for individuals who may need some supervision for safety and activities of daily living. Many offer specialized programming for those with cognitive impairments, such as Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia.

Along with activities, a midday meal is usually provided. Some centers also offer personal care services, such as assistance with taking medications, bathing, etc. Most are open Monday through Friday, although some locations offer weekend hours. While most services are privately paid, there are some grants and social service programs available to help those with limited financial resources.

Adult Day Services can help enable individuals have the support they need during the day, while allowing the individual to return to continue living in the comfort of home. These programs also benefit family caregivers by providing a break, enabling them to work during the day or manage other responsibilities.

Other Helpful Resources for Adult Day Services:

• 2nd Home Adult Medical Day Care Centers
  East Orange, Elizabeth, Orange, Passaic, Paterson, Perth Amboy, Newark, Union City, Totowa
  888-298-4040

• Adult Day Care Center of Somerset County
  908-725-0068
  
  
• Aging & Disability Resource Connection of NJ
  State of New Jersey Department of Human Services
  1-877-222-3737
  
  
• Alzheimer’s Adult Day Services Program
  State of New Jersey Department of Human Services
  1-609-943-4985
  
  
• Briteside Adult Day Center
  Flemington, NJ
  908-782-8080
  
  
• Catholic Charities – Engel Center
  Union County
  908-497-3944
  
  
• Christian Health Care Adult Day Services
  Wayne, NJ: 973-305-9155
  Wyckoff, NJ (Bergen County): 201-848-5830
  
  
• Cornerstone Family Programs 
  Morris Plains Center (located in Morris View): 973-326-7288
  
  
• JCC MetroWest – Jonathan and Nancy Littman Memory Center
  West Orange, NJ
  973-530-3491
  
  
• National Adult Day Services Association (NADSA)
  1-877-745-1440
  
  
• Passaic County Adult Day Care 
  973-569-4080
  
  
• Shepherd's Haven Adult Social Day Center
  Pompton Lakes, NJ
  973-835-4747
  
  
• Senior Care and Activities Center – Adult Day Center
  Montclair, NJ
  Offers specialized activities and menus for patients of Korean and Indian descent
  973-783-5589
  
  
• Spend-A-Day Adult Day Health Center – SAGE Eldercare
  908-598-5520
  
  
• W.I.S.E. Center – YMCA of Eastern Union County 
  908-687-2995

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