Continuum of Care Model

Continuum is defined as: A continuous whole, quantity, or series;

Community SeniorServ is a not-for-profit, social service organization that specializes in maintaining the independence and well-being of older adults by providing programs and services that provide a continuum of care.

Some older adults have very active lifestyles participating in activities at their local Senior Center. Community SeniorServ serves these older adults by providing a hot, nutritious lunch.

As these active seniors age they may become temporarily homebound because of a hospitalization and they need Community SeniorServ’s Meals on Wheels support as they recuperate. Often these older adults return to the senior center after they are healthy.

As the aging process continues these seniors may become permanently homebound and need the Meals on Wheels program. They are delivered 3 meals a day 5 days a week.

If an older adult needs day care with onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease they can be referred to our Adult Day Care Center where they are cared for in safe, secure environment. At the center, they participate in activities and are provided a snack and nutritious lunch daily. This program gives family caregivers the ability to work during the day knowing their family member is secure and cared for.

Some older adults with multiple health problems need a higher level of care during the day. These seniors will be referred to our Adult Day Health Care Centers where they receive comprehensive daytime care and licensed medical supervision. Our centers focus on rehabilitative therapy. The program is designed to maintain or enhance an individual's physical and mental abilities with the aid of licensed therapists and medical personnel. The program often helps participants avoid placement in a nursing home or other full-time care facility. Family caregivers benefit from the temporary support and rest from care giving duties which the Centers provide.

There may come a time when older adults become severely impaired and need services beyond the scope of Adult Day Health Care. Community SeniorServ has licensed social workers on staff to help family members with referrals and support as they make the difficult decision of a placing their loved one in a skilled nursing facility.