Adult Day Programs
The Baycrest Community Day Centre for Seniors offers social, recreational, educational and cultural programming for older adults living in the wider community.
Operating since 1959, we are the first adult day program of our kind in Canada. We continue to lead in offering innovative activities that meet the individual needs of our clients.
Older adults who need support can spend part of the day outside the home connecting with peers and participating in recreational activities.
Our caring staff includes recreational therapists, nurses, program assistants and social workers who work closely with participants and their families.
All our programming is led by recreational therapists and creative arts workers to promote socialization and brain health.
The Freeman Family Day Centre serves older adults who are well, living with physical frailty or mild cognitive impairments.
The Samuel Lunenfeld Mountainview Club serves older adults living with moderate-to-severe dementia. This is a structured program with a high level of support in a secure environment. It also provides behavioural management techniques and consultations with health-care professionals.
The goal of both our day programs is to enrich the lives of our participants. We also offer virtual programming for those who cannot travel to Baycrest.
The Adult Day Program is funded by Ontario Health, the Baycrest Foundation and daily member fees.
“Having had to retire earlier than expected due to illness, I found I was not prepared for it. Coming to these Adult Day Programs has helped me meet new people, learn new things and enjoy participating in leisure activities two days a week. It also gives my wife some free time for herself, and she has piece of mind knowing I am well cared for.”
– Adult Day Program client
“My husband and I think it is a remarkable program because the quality of care is outstanding. Staff anticipate our individual needs and are sensitive, caring and quick to respond. We see this each day we attend.”
– Adult Day Program client
Learn more
You can register for in-person programming that is offered either two or three days a week and includes access to our virtual classes.
You can also sign up separately for daily virtual classes that include seated exercise and recreational activities such as art appreciation or discussions.
Our in-person programming includes a wide range of activities might include any of the following:
- Daily exercise
- Creative storytelling and discussion groups
- Guest lectures
- Creative arts programs like painting, ceramics or art history appreciation
- Music programs and Glee Club
- Programs with local elementary or secondary schools
- Cultural and holiday programming
- Live entertainment
- Outings and barbecue
Both the Freeman Family Day Centre and the Samuel Lunenfeld Mountainview Club programs also include the following services:
- Supervised hot kosher lunch and snacks that meet any dietary needs
- Toileting assistance
- Administration of medication by a nurse
- Nurse-led education
- Social work services
- Referrals to community services
- Counselling
- Education
- Caregiver support
- Future health-care planning
- Virtual caregiver support groups
- A short break (respite) for caregivers
- Referrals to other Baycrest services
There is a daily program fee of $48 per day for all in-person adult day programming which includes access to daily virtual programming.
The fee for virtual programming only is $10 per day.
Please note that fees are subject to change. Limited subsidies are available.
We can offer a trial session to help you decide if you would like to commit to the program.
To register for the any of our programs or to learn more, please email [email protected] or phone 416-785-2500 ext. 2858.
To be eligible, participants should be 65 and older and able to participate within our limits of care.
Please note the following exceptions:
- Younger participants with early-on-set dementia are considered on a case-by-case basis.
- The program is not suitable for older adults with acquired brain injury (ABI) or developmental delays.
What is an adult day program?
Adult day programs provide older adults with a safe and secure space to enjoy a variety of social, recreational, cultural and physical activities. Our program includes structured programming that is supported by our team of health-care professionals.
What are the benefits of an adult day program?
Adult day programs enrich the lives of participants in many ways. They provide social connections, mental and physical stimulation, health-care support and opportunities for creative expression. They also offer caregivers peace of mind and a much-needed break.
What is included in the daily program fee?
The daily fee for in-person programming covers all activities, a supervised hot kosher lunch, snacks and administration of medication (if needed). Additional services like caregiver support groups and referrals to community service are also included. You will also be able to access our daily virtual programming.
Location
Freeman Family Day Centre
Baycrest Terraces
55 Ameer Avenue
North entrance
A service road connects from Bathurst Street to Baycrest Terraces.
Samuel Lunenfeld Mountainview Club
Baycrest
3560 Bathurst Street
Entrance 4
Kimel Building, main floor
Contact
Phone: 416-785-2500 ext. 2858
Email: [email protected]
Hours
Freeman Family Day Centre
Monday to Thursday
9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Samuel Lunenfeld Mountainview Club
Monday to Friday
9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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