Senior Services
Providing a variety of programs and support to older adults.
Lancaster, Ohio Corps Senior Services Information
The Samaritan Center
The Adult Day Services Program at The Samaritan Center provides an affordable alternative to nursing home or assisted living placement for those adults who require assistance and supervision with daily activities. The goal of the center is to “Change how you live, not where you live.” Our mission is to provide a safe and protective environment for adults and elderly who need socialization, supervision and assistance during the day.
Personal funding is often available through Medicare, Passport, Veterans Affairs and the United Way of Fairfield County. Since the Center is the only one of its kind in the area, it is open to residents of Fairfield County, and also and surrounding counties of Hocking and Perry County.
BENEFITS OF THE SALVATION ARMY’S ADULT DAY SERVICES
- Helps adults and seniors remain in their homes by delaying placement in an expensive permanent care facility by more than a year, on average.
- Allows caregivers to maintain gainful employment while their loved one receives the care and support needed to provide peace of mind.
- Provides a solution to 24-hour care and supervision needs.
- Helps adults and seniors remain active and independent.
- Provides opportunities for meaningful activities and socialization.
- Promotes better health and well-being.
- Supplements in-home care services.
- Provides high-quality care at a low cost.
OUR STAFF
The Samaritan Center is staffed by a friendly team of professionals who are passionate about enhancing the life of those in our care. Our team includes:
- A full-time licensed social worker who can help make care giving easier, including guidance on helpful community resources.
- A nurse who provides medication administration, general health monitoring and first aid.
- An activities director and aides who coordinate activities, events, field trips and more – all with safety, fun and participation as the priority!
- Licensed transport specialists who provide safe arrival and departure.
- Qualified volunteers who partner with our staff to ensure the comfort and happiness of each and every person in their care.
How You Can Help
You can help support seniors in your community by:
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Volunteering: Volunteer your time to support our senior services programs.
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Donating: Your financial support helps us provide essential services to older adults.
By working together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of older adults in our community.
Program Schedule
Timezone: -05:00 USA Eastern Time (DST)
Location: Lancaster, Ohio Corps
WHAT DO OUR SERVICES INCLUDE?
- A full activity schedule offers social interaction, exercise, crafts, games, musical guests, educational presentations, gardening, special field trips and much more.
- We offer an individual plan of care that addresses personal strengths, needs and interests. Lunch, as well as morning and afternoon snacks, are provided, and provisions can be made for special dietary needs.
- Program hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with flexible hours available to meet your needs.
- Transportation can be provided.
Lending Library
To provide care for seniors who need support, we maintain a Lending Library, which is a stock of medical equipment (such as wheelchairs and walkers) that can be lent out to those who need to borrow equipment.
Stats
380,695
Senior citizens were provided with various services last year
206
Senior Citizen Centers across the United States
Over 14%
of people in America over age 71 are affected by dementia.
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