




Services provided at the center include but are not limited to:
Medical and nursing services: medical review, vital signs, administration of
medications, glucose monitoring, insulin injections, wound care, foot care, assistance
in personal care, incontinence training, assistance in toileting, education on hygiene
topics, education on disease management and prevention of disease.
Physical, occupational and speech therapy: evaluation by therapists, individual
therapies as indicated, maintenance exercise program, education on safety and
injury prevention.
Psychological and social services: Psychological and social work assessments,
Group and individual counseling emphasizing social skills and coping skills, mental
health symptom management, crisis intervention, assistance with Medi-Cal or Medi-
Care issues, community resource referrals and collaborations, daily monitoring and
encouragement.
Planned recreational and social activities: Cognitively and physically stimulating
games, musical therapy classes, arts/crafts classes, relaxation techniques sessions,
field trips, planned activities celebrating cultural diversity, live musical entertainment,
educational lectures, karaoke singing.
Hot meals and nutritional counseling: All meals served at the center are
nutritionally balanced and approved by a Registered Dietician, special diets are
provided when ordered by the participant’s physician.
Transportation to and from the center: Well-trained and caring drivers provide
door-to-door service, alternate transportation can be arranged by center.
Communication with the primary physician and families: Communication is an
important aspect of providing successful healthcare. The Center’s medical staff is in
constant communication with other healthcare providers and a participant’s family to
ensure continuity of care.
Services
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