At 11:00 the phone rang at Susan's desk. Her neighbor called to tell her that her mother had made a pot of tea , but forgot to turn off the burner. The Fire Department quickly put out the fire, but the kitchen was destroyed and there was substantial damage to the adjacent rooms. Her mother was unhurt, but she couldn't remember anything about the morning.

It took Susan 45 minutes to drive to her house. She knew her mother was becoming more forgetful, and since she moved in with Susan, she no longer had the chance to spend time with her old friends. Susan had to call her to remind her to take her medications, but at least half the calls went unanswered. She was not eating the sandwich Susan prepared each morning and she looked pale and gaunt.

Adult Medical Day Care may be the right answer to Susan' s mother. These programs are designed for seniors who need a degree of daily assistance when family is not there. Quality programs provide transportation, 2 nutritious meals, medical and nursing supervision, social and recreational activities, and the opportunity to be with people of similar interests and needs. Centers look to draw their clients from the neighborhood, and soon these facilities become the "second home" for seniors.

QARM Associates has developed many such centers for both not-for-profit and commercial organizations. The key to their success has been our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of care, and ensuring that every senior that comes is treated as an individual who deserves respect and dignity. If you are considering Adult Medical Day Care as an option for a loved one, or if you are a provider or potential provider of this service, please contact us with your questions concerning your choices and options