Maui Adult Day Care Center for Senior Citizens and Disabled

Provided a social/therapeutic daytime activity program for individuals who are frail, elderly, those diagnosed with alzheimer's disease or related forms of dementia, and adults who are physically and mentally challenged. On-going support is also provided to families and caregivers. Daily activities include arts, crafts, upper and lower body exercises, memory enhancement activities to stimulate cognitive ability, games such as chair bowling and bingo. Intergenerational activities include singing, dancing, karaoke and friday night social. Personal Care, such as bathing services, haircuts, and manicures. Hot meals and snacks are also provided. Caregiver support includes family respite, support groups, workshops, counseling, and information and referral. Approximately 356 people were served at four locations: kahului, wailuku, kihei, and lahaina.

Provided a drop in program for the kupuna of hana to meet their social, creative, cultural, and physical needs. Program activities include water aerobics, sit and be fit, music & dancing, journal writing, arts & crafts, movies & popcorn, games, intergenerational activities, and cultural cooking demonstrations. On-going support is also provided with monthly caregiver support groups and quarterly caregiver workshops. Services provided include haircuts, manicures/pedicures, facials, lomi lomi (Hawaiian massage), car wash, legal aid, meals on wheels, chore services, facsimile/printing, internet/computer, and information and assistance. The Center also provides a free weekly video teleconfrencing session, featuring a variety of health related topics presented by guest speakers to this remote community. Approximately 217 people were served during the year.