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Generally speaking, Adult Day Care is a service for adults and seniors that may be frail physically, cognitively, or both. Adult Daycare can deal with some health-related issues but primarily provides social and recreational outlets for adults, usually between 18-59. Primarily on an out-patient, per-day basis, some centers also allow for weekend visits. These centers are a great chance for the primary caregivers in the family to give themselves a break. Adult Day Health Care is reserved for people who have medical and mental issues that need attention. In most states to qualify as an “ADHC”, the center must be state licensed. These centers provide intensive health services and therapies, are staffed with qualified social workers and provide psychological evaluations. ADHCs also help with bathing, washing and dressing of wounds and assist with feeding. Alzheimer’s patients have their own very special needs and there are centers and individuals dedicated to dementia related issues and Alzheimer’s disease. These centers also deal with medical and health issues. Alzheimer's Association lists Alzheimer’s Support Groups for Northern California for various stages of the disease. Elder care is usually defined as care for those over 60 years old. Special needs adults are those with severe disabilities like autism, epilepsy, mental retardation and other serious conditions. The Department of Health Care Services is an excellent resource for navigating the issues of care – children and seniors in all stages of mobility. Search for a Facility licensed by the State of California by area or zip code. Adult Day Program Regulations CENTRAL CALIFORNIA SENIOR CARE LICENSING OFFICE
851 Traeger Avenue, Suite 360, MS 29‐16
San Bruno, CA 94066
Ph (650) 266‐8800
Fax (650) 266‐8841
Counties: Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, and San Mateo
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