A 28 year success story
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%newline%When Shirley came to the program 28 years ago there was doubt that her health could be maintained to keep her living independently. Shirley’s dedicated Nurse Joan has been monitoring and treating her health care needs for 22 of the 28 years that she has attended. Their...
A 28 year success story
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%newline%When Shirley came to the program 28 years ago there was doubt that her health could be maintained to keep her living independently. Shirley’s dedicated Nurse Joan has been monitoring and treating her health care needs for 22 of the 28 years that she has attended. Their bond has been forged through the years of being together 5 days a week at Mattapan Adult Day Health Program. The program is designed to maintain the client’s health and status within the community and keep them outside of a nursing home situation.
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%newline%“Shirley needed attention to a medical issue that was dire and could have included amputation. Every day we address the issue and have staved off radical surgery.” I am proud to have worked with Shirley for so long. She is a wonderful and caring individual. It has been a pleasure to assist her in living independently.” says Joan. Deborah Agati, Program Director concurs “Our program is proud to have the longest attending member of an adult day health program in Massachusetts come here. It is a testament to the care and education she has received in maintaining her level of health by attending the program. Other clients like Mindel and Jose are a close second having 27 years of attendance and all three have remained within the community during this time.”
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%newline%We offer healthcare and socialization for all, an alternative to nursing home placement for some and family respite for others. The program serves elders and adults with disabilities that prevent them from being completely independent. The client is transported to and from the program which runs from 8:00 to 4:00 p.m. weekdays. Services provided include: skilled nursing care, social service, therapies, exercise, arts and crafts, a nutritious breakfast and lunch along with a snack in the morning and afternoon.
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%newline%The program also teaches clients and their families how to navigate the systems in place for them and also how to manage health care issues. If you would like more information or to refer a client please call 617-298-7970, most insurance companies offer 100% coverage.
%newline%*Since writing this story Mindel passed away living in the community and being cared for daily by the Mattapan Adult Day Health Program for over 27 years.
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