Differences Between Adult Day Services and Long-Term Care (LTC) When seeking the best care for your loved ones, you’ve likely come across two distinct choices: adult day programs and long-term care (LTC) facilities. Both options provide essential care but cater to different needs and lifestyles. Choosing the right care setting depends on several factors, including […]
How Specialized Programs Benefit Adults with IDD In 2019, the United States was home to 7.39 million people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). However, just 19% or about 1.40 million received at least one long-term support or service. The spectrum of intellectual and developmental disabilities is broad, encompassing a wide range of needs, abilities, […]
Find the Right Fit: A Guide to Independent Living and Retirement Communities When it comes to planning for retirement, one of the most crucial decisions is choosing the right living situation. For caregivers of 65+ year-olds and case managers responsible for the well-being of wards of the state, understanding the options available is key to […]
Navigating New Horizons for Youths with IDD After High School Graduating from high school marks a pivotal transition for all students, yet it presents specific and significant challenges for teens and young adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). At Active Day, we understand the unique needs and potentials of each individual. We are committed […]
Exploring the Transformative Power of Art Therapy at Active Day In therapeutic practices where verbal communication often falls short in capturing the complexities of human experience, art emerges as a profound tool for expression. Art therapy blends creative processes with psychotherapeutic techniques, acting as a conduit for self-discovery, healing, and emotional understanding. Since its formal […]
Assisting the rising senior population According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans ages 65 and older is projected to increase from 58 million in 2022 to 82 million by 2050 (a 47% increase). The 65-and-older age group’s share of the total population is projected to rise from 17% to 23%. Today, the […]
Empowering Adults with Special Abilities in the Workforce In the journey towards fostering inclusive communities, adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) face distinctive challenges. This is particularly true in the realm of employment. Achieving meaningful employment is a pathway to independence, self-esteem, and social integration for adults with IDD. By offering a supportive environment […]
The Brighter Side of Caring: The Active Day Advantage. Are you aware of the benefits adult day services provide seniors and adults with special abilities? As one of the nation’s leading adult day providers, Active Day has ensured quality care and support for our communities delivering services since 1989. Our mission is to create a […]
Active Day of Beckman Celebrates Community Integration Success We celebrated our Value Take Pride in Your Work this past October, and we are so thankful to have such dedicated, creative, and passionate teammates to help us carry out our mission. Our teams are continuously going above and beyond to provide our members with outstanding services and are […]
Celebrating Passion and Smiles at Active Day of Plains Our Value of the Month for September was Bring Your Passion and Your Smile, and Active Day of Plains was full of both last month – especially during Adult Day Services Week! The team and members made this special week fun, exciting, and, most importantly, memorable! […]