Introduction to Day Care
Day Care provides a full day programme for seniors who are suitable for centre-based care setting, and require supervision while their caregivers are at work. The service aims to maintain and/or improve the general, physical and social well-being of seniors through therapy. The centre also provides social and recreational activities. Day Care service is available on weekends at selected centres.
Catering to Specific Needs
Some day care centres also cater to specific needs:
Dementia Day Care
Provides full day custodial care in a centre-based setting for seniors with dementia.
Day Hospice Care
Provides a safe and supportive environment for care recipients.
Services Provided
The services include:
Personal Care
Personal care that is not medical, such as bathing and getting dressed
Social And Recreational Activities
Seniors will get to participate in social and recreational activities e.g. art & craft sessions and karaoke sessions
Nursing and Medical Care (Day Hospice Care)
To manage your loved one’s care needs and symptoms
Dementia Day Care
Day care services catering to seniors with mild to advanced dementia. Group and individualised activities are provided based on seniors’ ability to slow down the deterioration of physical and mental functions.
Personal care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) are provided in day care too.
This delays the need for institutionalisation and encourage clients to maintain life in the community.
Maintenance Exercise Programmes
Individualised Care Plan with suitable maintenance exercises will be created for seniors
Caregiver Support Programme
Support groups, talks and demonstrations on how to take care of seniors with different needs
Day Hospice Care
Emotional and psychological support to help caregivers cope with the impending death, grief and loss
How to Apply
Please approach the doctor at the hospital or polyclinic that your loved one visits for assistance to submit an online application for the service. Alternatively, you may visit an AIC Link near you for assistance on the application process.
For Day Care
The estimated cost ranges between $945 and $1,430 a month before subsidies, assuming daily attendance on weekdays, excluding transport.
Dementia Day Care
The estimated cost ranges between $1,260 and $1,575 per month before subsidy, assuming daily attendance on weekdays and excluding transport services. You can apply for subsidies, and the received amount varies depending on your family’s income.
You may also visit SupportGoWhere to find providers near you.