Q. I am a caregiver, and need to occupy my elderly father throughout the day. How do I know whether Dayscape is the place for him?
A. Dayscape is the place for your father if he is physically or cognitively challenged but does not require 24-hour supervision. Perhaps he has safety issues when left alone, or he is a senior who can no longer structure his own daily activities. If he would benefit from the friendship and functional assistance and has extended daily periods of isolation and misses being around others, then bring him to spend the day with us.
Q. My mother has to eat several small meals throughout the day. Can Dayscape provide the energy she needs?
A. At Dayscape, your mother can expect a hot, full course lunch including soup and dessert. She will also enjoy a morning and afternoon snack and beverage. And she will be eating healthy foods! All food service is planned and approved by a registered dietician. And if she has a special diet, special menus are available.
Q. Is Dayscape Adult Care Center Inc. licensed by the State of Florida?
A. Yes, our center has been inspected and licensed by Floridas Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) as an adult Day Care Center. AHCAs extensive codes, laws and regulations enforce and consistently monitor Dayscapes staff qualifications, training and background screening, participant fees and rights. AHCA also ensures that Dayscape meets stringent standards including food service compliance, fire safety, emergency management and liability insurance.
Q. Does Dayscape provide transportation for participants?
A. Although Dayscape does not have a commercial transport vehicle, we have arrangements with several local licensed companies who will gladly pick up and drop off participants for a reasonable fee. Please call us for more information on transportation fees and schedules.
Q. What does an eight-hour daily fee include?
A. A full day of supervision, 5-6 hours of planned activities, morning beverage and snack, a hot full-course lunch and an afternoon snack and beverage.
Q. What is the staffing structure at the center?
A. Dayscape employs an administrator, activities director, licensed nurse and nursing assistants.
Q. Are Dayscape staff members licensed?
A. Yes, all employees are licensed by their respective agencies within the State of Florida.
Q. What is the minimum number of days (per week) a participant can attend Dayscape?
A. There is no minimum. Participants can attend up to six days per week.
Q. Can a participant attend Dayscape for fewer than eight hours?
A. Yes, participants can take advantage of our extensive operating hours by visiting at any time during the day. Please note that there is a minimum charge of four hours.
Q. Will participants receive a hot lunch if they only attend Dayscape for four hours?
A. Yes, if a participant is present at noon time, they will be served a hot lunch.
Q. What if a participant requires assistance transferring/walking during the day or needs help with personal care?
A. Our trained nurse and nursing assistants will gladly assist participants with daily living tasks such as eating, toileting, transfer, grooming and bathing.
Q. How is lunch served?
A. A hot meal is prepared daily by a licensed caterer and delivered to the center at noon. Menus are planned monthly by a registered dietician. Menus catering to special diets are available.
Q. What if a participant tires during the day and wished to nap?
A. Dayscape's space includes a quiet resting area furnished with comfortable recliners. Our Quiet Room is designated specifically for rest and relaxation. Participants can use our Quiet Room at any time during the day.