Daybreak at Hannan Center exists to improve the quality of life for older adults living with dementia and their families. Daybreak provides a safe and secure daytime environment for participants, offering opportunities for independence, growth in confidence, and personal development. Our person-centered approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual, to help participants increase their sense of well-being and continue living in a home of their choice.
Through Daybreak, family caregivers are given the chance to fulfill work and personal obligations or just have time away from the demands of caregiving – while having the peace of mind their loved one is being respectfully cared for by a compassionate team of professionals.
The desire to live a balanced and fulfilling life is ageless.
WHY DAYBREAK?
- The Daybreak Program is specifically designed to serve older adults living with dementia
- We have a long-standing partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan Chapter
- Our care ratio is 1:5
- We also have nursing services available
AT DAYBREAK YOU CAN EXPECT:
- Your loved one is cared for in a socially and mentally stimulating environment
- Our space is accessible to participants with disabilities
- We are open and affirming
WE OFFER AFFORDABILITY:
- Daybreak at Hannan Center is one of the most affordable care options for your loved one and helps them remain in a home of their choice for as long as possible
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- Our program manager will work to explore suitable payment options
Designed to meet your needs during the day and beyond
SERVICES AND BENEFITS FOR PARTICIPANTS
Led by trusted professionals experienced in managing dementia behaviors, Daybreak focuses on the mind, body, spirit and dignity of our older adult participants.
SERVICES
- Daily continental breakfast, nutritious hot lunch, and afternoon snack
- Individualized and group cognitive-enhancing activities based on interest and ability
- Creative aging classes, offering art and music therapy
- Physical wellness and exercise opportunities
- Reminiscence activities
- Medication assistance
- Supervised and limited assistance with personal care
- Additional personal services such as showering and laundry (at an additional cost)
BENEFITS
- Social engagement
- Friendship and laughter
- Continued learning to discover new talents or refresh old interests
- Mood improvements
- Decrease in anxiety, hostility and depression
- Enhanced health and overall well-being
SERVICES AND BENEFITS FOR FAMILIES/CAREGIVERS
Hannan Center’s Daybreak includes a team solely committed to working with families/caregivers.
CAREGIVER SERVICES
- Assistance and connection to community programs and services
- Educational workshops focused on caregiver issues and caregiver training
- Creative and social workshops to enhance your well-being
- Elder law consultations to aid in estate planning and necessary legal documents
- Family mediation/conflict resolution
- Assistance with goal setting, prioritizing and problem solving
- Emotional support opportunities both in person and virtually
- Assistance with nursing home placement or other difficult decisions, if necessary
CAREGIVER BENEFITS
- Daybreak means peace of mind that your loved one is in a caring, responsive environment
- An opportunity to work, tend to personal obligations, or simply relax
- Increased confidence in managing dementia behaviors
- Reduced guilt, anger and depression
- Improved relationships between participant and family members
- Enhanced mental health and overall well-being