How can healthcare providers improve access to adult day care for patients with limited mobility?
Adult day care is a service that provides social, recreational, and health-related activities for older adults or people with disabilities who need assistance or supervision during the day. It can offer many benefits for both the participants and their caregivers, such as improving quality of life, reducing isolation, enhancing cognitive and physical function, and providing respite and support. However, accessing adult day care can be challenging for patients with limited mobility, who may face barriers such as transportation, cost, availability, and eligibility. How can healthcare providers help their patients overcome these obstacles and access the adult day care services they need? Here are some strategies that can make a difference.