Adult Day Program

Please note: We have received confirmation of the first presumptive case of COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) in Nova Scotia. In response to this development and to ensure the safety of our clients, staff and community, our Pandemic Outbreak Management Team has made the decision to close the Adult Day Program at Ocean View until further notice.

Ocean View’s Adult Day Program provides support to seniors in our community who feel isolated, unchallenged, or disconnected; but who are not in need of complex medical supports.

The Program is coordinated by trained recreation therapy staff, who thoughtfully and strategically plan activities aimed at:
• helping participants sustain life skills, both physical and cognitive, supporting their ability to stay at home as long as possible; and
• reducing loneliness and isolation by creating a welcoming environment for socializing.

Read our feature story, Jack’s Journey, to learn more about how the program benefits participants and their families.

The program also provides respite for the family caregiver, so they can enjoy some personal time, while their loved one is safe in an engaging environment. This program is suited for adults, age 50+, who have a medical diagnosis such as, but not limited to:

• Social Isolation
• Dementia
• Stroke
• Parkinson’s disease
• Alzheimer’s disease
• Who are physically frail

Benefits for Clients:

• Participate in meaningful programs that are designed to focus on the individual person, their abilities and strengths
• Expand friendships
• Maintain knowledge and skills
• Reduce anxiety & stress
• Strengthen mental well being
• Decreases social isolation
• Sharpen cognitive skills
• Enhance health through daily exercise
• Enjoy a daily nutritionally balanced meal
• While at the Program, we may also support clients with assistance with: medication; transfers; personal care, i.e. toileting; and assistance with special eating requirements.

Benefits for Caregiver / Family Members:

• Provides respite, some personal time for caregivers, knowing your loved one is engaged in meaningful activities, in a safe environment
• Allows the time for caregivers to attend to their own health & well-being and enjoy personal time, such as appointments, leisure activities, meetings, coffee with friends, reading, and housekeeping tasks.

Dates, Times & Location

The Ocean View Adult Day Program is now open 5 days per week.
Monday – Friday, 9 am to 2:30 pm

Two Locations:
– 1909 Caldwell Road, Eastern Passage
– COMING SOON, 133 Baker Drive, Dartmouth

Fees:

The Adult Day Program is $29.60/day, which includes stimulating activities (both physical and social), snacks/refreshments and a nutritionally balanced lunch. To optimize on the therapeutic value, attendance is a minimum of 2 days per week. Fees are reviewed annually.

How to Apply:

To apply for our Adult Day Program please download our program application and physician report by clicking below:

Adult Day Application for Attendance

Adult Day Medical Assessment Report

For more information, or to learn if your loved one qualifies for the program, please call the Adult Day Program Manager at 902-465-6020 or email adultday@oceanv.ca