Meet Laura. Laura is 80 years old and has dementia. She lives in Camarillo with her son, Tom, who provides care but also has a full-time job during the day. Tom is worried because Laura is unable to monitor her own medication and is prone to wandering out of the house. she keeps calling him 20 times a day asking same questions over and over.
While Tom is uncomfortable with the idea of Laura living anywhere other than at home, he also worries about her throughout the day and how secure she is. Laura has difficulty showering by herself and will sometimes forget to eat. How can he be sure that Laura will take her medication and remember to eat a meal afterwards? Tom has
considered hiring in-home care, but it is so expensive and he is not sure if he will be able to afford it. He has held off on putting Laura in a retirement facility, and luckily for Tom, there is another option: Daycare for Mom.
Adult Day Health Care is the best kept secret of senior care, and Oxnard Family Circle can provide quality care for Laura during the day and return her safely to her own home in the afternoon. Tom can work during the day in peace, knowing that his mother is taking her medication, participating in exciting activities, and receiving the best senior care in Ventura County. Tom and Laura have discovered the secret of Adult Day Health Care, so ask yourself: What can Oxnard Family Circle do for me and my family?
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