Adult day services

Call 847-723-7770

Our adult day services program provides a safe, secure and engaging environment for older adults who need assistance throughout the day due to physical or cognitive concerns. Our center is open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes an activity and dining area, living room, rest area and outdoor activity space. We serve a hot meal at noon, planned by a nutritionist, along with morning and afternoon snacks.

Based on availability, a bus equipped with a lift can provide transportation to the facility.

Care & comfort in a welcoming environment

Our program includes:

  • Creative arts and crafts programs
  • Reminiscing and discussion groups
  • Group exercise
  • Outings and special events

  • Art, music and pet therapy
  • Hot meal and snacks
  • Monthly support groups
  • Hair stylist services

Our unique medical model includes a team of nurses, NCTs and social workers on site throughout the day to monitor the healthcare needs of our program participants.

Specialized health care services include:

  • Medication administration as prescribed
  • Individualized care plans
  • Tube feeding
  • Wound care
  • Diabetic care
  • Respiratory care

  • Physical, occupational and speech therapy on site, with doctor’s order
  • Experienced registered nurses provide health monitoring and assistance
  • Accommodation for special diets supervised by a registered dietitian
  • Podiatry services

Transportation

Wheelchair-accessible transportation is available for adults between Advocate Lutheran General Hospital adult day services and their home. Transportation is available in the morning, at the end of the day or both.

We provide friendly, reliable wheelchair-accessible transportation to our center, rain or shine.

Call 847-296-0737 to learn more about our transportation services.

Bus transportation

Program admissions

  • Call us at 847-723-7770 for a guided tour of the facility. We have a secure, coded entrance, so we'll assist with your arrival. A staff member will show you around, explain our various activities and provide a folder with information on upcoming events, policies, fees and other details.
  • An assessment appointment will be scheduled for the older adult and their family to meet with the nurse and site manager to learn more about our center. During this meeting, staff will get to know the older adult, assess their cognitive status, social needs and medical condition to ensure a smooth transition into our program. An attendance schedule will also be created.
  • A fee for the assessment will apply.

Program benefits

Our center is designed to help families care for older adults with physical and mental frailties. We offer many services that benefit both the program participant and the caregiver.

Benefits include:

  • Supervision & companionship: Our outreach programs help participants stay in touch with the larger community. Program participants make new friends and become part of a peer group at our center.
  • A caring team: A registered nurse, clinical counselor and activity staff ensure that your loved one's medical, physical and social needs are met.
  • Programming for special needs: Older adults with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia receive personal attention, constant guidance and reassurance that can make a significant difference.
  • Care for the caregiver: We offer caregivers the freedom to work or attend to personal matters during the day, knowing their loved ones are receiving engaging and attentive care. Monthly support groups allow caregivers to share their feelings and experiences with peers.
  • Stimulation & engagement: Daytime supervision and a variety of activities and services are provided in a secure and stimulating environment. Activities include games, creative writing, arts, discussion groups, cooking, group fitness, community service projects and more. Excursions to destinations like local restaurants, the Chicago Botanical Gardens and bowling facilities also provide a fun change of pace.
  • Recognized leadership: Our first center opened in 1980. Ever since, we've been a model for similar programs throughout the United States – and a pioneer in adult day services in Cook County. 
people gardening outside

Participants enjoy gardening in our Adult Day Center.

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