The following case study is an example of a senior who may need adult day care services, both for his own well being and that of his family caregivers:

Paul is 69 years old and recently suffered a stroke. He needs some care and supervision so he lives with his son and daughter-in-law, Peter and Sarah. However, because Peter and Sarah both work, they need help to care for Paul during the day.

They found a solution to their problem by having Sarah drop off Paul at the local adult day care center in the morning, and having Peter pick him up when he gets off work in the evening. The center monitors Paul’s medications and offers him lunch, some physical therapy, and a chance to socialize with other seniors.