Eligibility and Admission

Eligibility and Admission

The following people are eligible for our AMDC:
  • Adults who suffer from chronic illnesses such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, orthopedic limitations and depression
  • Those who have recovered from strokes or brain injuries but continue to need an ongoing program of physical and mental exercise
  • Adults with brain changes (dementia or Alzheimer’s disease)
  • Frail elders
  • Isolated elders who would benefit from social interaction
  • The families and caregivers who need respite (time off) in order to continue giving quality care

If a person’s care needs are appropriate for the ability of the staff and facility layout to manage, and no untoward (disruptive, excessive wandering, etc.) behaviors are present, that the person will be admitted to AMDC. The intake and initial caregiver interview are the basis for this determination, with final approval driven by the AMDC director. The client packet will be completed by the caregiver and submitted to the AMDC staff no later than the first attendance day.

Upon determination that a person is to be admitted to Empowering Minds Resource Center Adult Medical Daycare, the following will take place:

  • A chart will be compiled with all forms signed
  • A new client face sheet/information page will be provided to staff and volunteers outlining care needs and social information prior to the first day of attendance
  • Within one month of admission a care plan will be written and agreed upon by the primary caregiver and the director
  • Six-month updates will be conducted with primary caregiver
  • An annual program assessment will be mailed to each caregiver each fall.

ENROLLMENT PROCESS

The following steps should be followed to enroll a participant in Empowering Minds Resource Center Adult Medical Daycare:

  1. The caregiver contacts AMDC Director and arranges a meeting to determine the need for and appropriateness of an AMDC for their loved one.
  2. Arrange for a “Free Day” visit to the program for the participant and caregiver to determine if EMAMDC is a good fit for their loved one.
  3. Receive Application Packet, Policies and Procedure Manual, and information on payment options.
  4. Complete all forms in the application packet, including those needed from the primary physician and return them to the director.
  5. Discuss payment options with the director.
  6. Once the payment option is agreed upon and payment documents have been signed, then the caregiver and director can plan the starting date to begin service.

WAITING LIST

If there is a need for a waiting list, those waiting longest and fitting the criteria for admission are admitted first. To be enrolled in the waiting list, all documents in the application packet will need to be completed and payment options agreed upon, with applicable documents signed. When a space becomes available, notified participants and families have three business days to respond and seven calendar days to begin attendance at Empowering Minds Resource Center Adult Medical Daycare Services.

Note: Participants already enrolled and those returning after a brief absence receive priority in scheduling their days.