Adult Day Programs

Adult Day Programs

The Freeman Family Day Centre and Samuel Lunenfeld Mountainview Club both offer social, recreational, educational and cultural programming for older adults living in the 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 their home connecting with peers and participating in recreational activities.

Our caring staff includes social workers, recreational therapists, nurses and program assistants who work closely with participants and their families.

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 advanced dementia, providing a high level of support in a secure environment.

The goal of both of our in-person day programs is to enrich the lives of our participants through social connection. We also offer virtual programming for those who cannot attend our in-person programs.

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

The Freeman Family Day Centre is open Monday to Thursday and the Samuel Lunenfeld Mountainview Club is open Monday to Friday. Attendance requirement for both in-person programs is a minimum of two days per week.

You can also sign up for daily virtual programs that include seated exercise and recreational activities such as music, discussions or art appreciation.

Our in-person programming includes a wide range of activities, such as:

  • Daily exercise
  • Discussion groups
  • Music programs
  • Creative arts programs like painting, ceramics or art history appreciation
  • Cultural and holiday programming
  • Live entertainment
  • Guest lectures
  • Intergenerational programming
  • Theme days and barbecues

 
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 a range of dietary needs
  • Toileting assistance
  • Administration of medication by a nurse
  • Nurse-led education
  • Social work services
    • Assistance navigating the healthcare system
    • Counselling
    • Education
    • Caregiver support
    • Future health-care planning
  • Virtual caregiver support groups
  • Respite for caregivers

There is a daily program fee of $50 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.

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 eligibility requirements.

Please note the following exceptions:

  • Applicants under age 65 with dementia are considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • The program is not suitable for older adults with traumatic brain injury (TBI) 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, a sense of community, mental and physical stimulation, health-care support and opportunities for creative expression.

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 social work and caregiver support groups are also included. You will also be able to access our daily virtual programming.

How do I get to and from the program?
Transportation to and from the program is not provided. However, our social workers can help guide you through the process of arranging transportation through your local seniors’ community transportation service.

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 Family Building, main floor

 

Maps, directions and parking information

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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