Savvy Senior 4/28/11

How to Find Adult Day Care

Dear Savvy Senior,

What can you tell me about adult day care for seniors? My 82-year-old father, who lives with us, has dementia and needs attention during the day while we’re at work.

Looking for Care

Dear Looking,

Adult day care is a great and affordable option for caregivers who work, or those who just need a break during the day. Here’s what you should know.

A Growing Trend

The business of adult day care has been growing by leaps and bounds in recent years. Just 30 years ago, there were only around 300 adult day care centers in the U.S. Today there are around 4,6...