The Grace Kindig Adult Day Program is a daytime alternative to nursing home care.  Low staff to participant ratios allow older adults to receive the supervision and assistance they need in a safe, monitored environment. Experienced and sensitive staff share with you in the responsibility of caring for your loved one, allowing him or her to remain at home longer.

The Caregiver

We understand that caring for a dependent family member or friend can be demanding. What do you, the Caregiver, need?

• Occasional free time?
• Coverage while working?
• Education and Support?
• Assistance in planning for care?
• Sleep?
  

Who is Eligible?

All Franklin County residents 55 years of age or older who have an aging condition and/or disability are eligible for the Adult Day Program.   Individuals may be ambulatory or use a wheelchair or scooter.

Payment Options

There are a variety of funding sources available to help pay for adult day services.  Call one of our social workers to assist you!

Days and Hours of Operation

The Grace Kindig Adult Center is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.  Participants may attend full-time or part-time.  Hours can be extended upon request.

Therapeutic Activities

Structured activities are designed for individuals to feel a sense of accomplishment and prevent isolation.  Often two or more activities are going on at the same time, offering individuals a variety of choices.  As one participant said, “I don’t have time to get lonesome.”

Art Bridge Studio

[1]  A graduate of Columbus College of Art and Design, our Art Instructor challenges and encourages each individual’s strengths through the creation of art. 
 
Click here to learn more about the Art Bridge Studio. [2]
   

Music Therapy

Sing Golden Oldies and other favorites with our music therapist.

Cooking Classes

Cook in our state of the art kitchen! 

Pet Therapy

Volunteers from the Humane Society bring cute, cuddly kittens and puppies to visit once a month.  Secoh, a pet therapy dog, visits twice a month.
  

Other Activities Regularly Offered Include:

• [3]Discussion Groups
  
• Entertainment
• Community Trips
  
• Games
• Book Club 
  
• Movies
• Exercise Groups
  
• Eating Out
• Crafts  
  
• Dances and Parties
• Stroke Support Group
• Gardening in our beautiful outdoor area

Services

All services are tailored to suit each individual through a plan of care which is based on his/her preferences and needs.

• Light Breakfast and Snack
• Nutritionally-Balance Hot Lunch
• Personal Care Assistance
• Door to Door Transportation
• Nursing Services
• Licensed Social Workers
• Bathing

Are Adult Day Centers Regulated?

Currently, centers are not licensed in the state of Ohio.  However, the Grace Kindig Center has chosen to be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). The agency received a three year accreditation in 2001, 2004 and again in 2007.  This means that we have passed an in-depth review of our services.  It is YOUR assurance that the Grace Kindig Center meets the rigorous CARF guidelines for service and quality – a qualified endorsement that we adhere to nationally and internationally recognized service standards.