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Personal Grooming Is So Important
Your loved one may need some assistance with
personal grooming. Does the program have adequate
staff to handle those needs, such as toileting,
showering and other personal care? And, for those
folks who are incontinent, does the staff handle
toileting with sensitivity allowing the individual
to maintain their dignity.
The Choice is Yours
After evaluating and experiencing a few adult day
health care programs, seeing the range of activities
and enthusiasm of the staff, taking a look at the
menus and simply “getting the feel” of the programs,
you’ll be in a better position to select the program
that you feel is the most appropriate for your loved
one. It’s also a good idea to speak with
participants about how they feel about the program
while you are on your tour.
But in the end, the choice is yours. And
remember, “Trust your gut.”
Naomi Berger is Vice
President of Adult Day Health Care Services, Beth
Abraham Family of Health Services. Beth Abraham has
seven adult day health care facilities located in
the New York metropolitan area.
