CareTree Adult Day Services
What are Adult Day Services?
Caring for a family member who has physical, emotional or mental limitations is demanding. Many who care for their loved ones at home find they need support.
CareTree Adult Day Services was established to help ease the burdens these families face. We assist families and other caregivers by providing a needed break from the stress of 24-hour care.
By easing their burden, CareTree Adult Day Services enables families and caregivers to continue to care at home for someone who is no longer able to live independently.
Benefits
Our program offers the participant:
- Opportunities for socializing
- Enhanced self-esteem and dignity
- A safe, comfortable and caring environment
- Activities that maintain and improve mental and physical ability
Our program offers the caregiver:
- Temporary relief from caregiving responsibilities
- Peace of mind and the ability to be more effective in their caring role
- Support, information and educational resources
Our Program
CareTree offers a flexible program of services and activities designed around an individualized plan of care. We seek to create an atmosphere that enhances the dignity and sense of self-worth of our participants. Please refer to the activities listed for each center, below.
Our Staff
The CareTree staff provides professional care tailored to the special needs of each participant. Our staff includes registered nurses, an activity therapist, certified nurse aide, program assistants and dedicated volunteers.
Our Participants
Adult Day Services provides quality care for individuals who may be experiencing:
- Social isolation
- Blindness
- Depression
- Chronic illness
- Parkinson's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Safety issues
- Stroke
- Memory loss
- Mental confusion
- Brain injury
Enrollment Criteria
To enroll in our program, participants must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be able to participate or be in a group setting
- Not be harmful to self or others
Fees & Financial Assistance
Our fee is based on the number of care hours provided and is billed monthly to the responsible party. Services are provided on a sliding fee scale.
For those who qualify, Medicaid waiver is available. Other financial assistance may be available through funding provided by:
- Kent County Senior Millage
- Area Agencies on Aging
Region 8, Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan, Inc. serving the counties of Allegan, Ionia, Kent, Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Montcalm, Newaygo, and Osceola.
Region 14, Senior Resources, serving Muskegon, Oceana, and Ottawa Counties - HHS Health Options
Locations and Hours
Transportation can be arranged.
A hot noon meal is provided, along with morning and afternoon snacks.
CareTree centers offer a safe, comfortable environment in a pleasant, family-like atmosphere. We invite you to visit any of our locations.
Center on Aging & Longevity
800 East Beltline NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Monday - Friday 7AM to 5PM
Click here to get a map and driving directions to our Grand Rapids Center.
Services and Activities include
- Social and physical activities such as reminiscence, games, cooking, crafts, horticulture, art, music, story telling, current events and field trips
- Modified exercise program
- Noon meal and snacks
- Assessment and individualized care planning
- Nursing services
- Health monitoring
- Assistance with medications
- Referral and community services information
- Personal care services (may not be available at all locations)
- Caregiver support meetings twice each month
- Guest entertainment and speakers
CareTree Information Request Form
Center on Aging & Longevity
800 East Beltline NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
616 464-3665
616 464-3667 (Fax)