How does a day programme work?

Day programmes or clubs are designed to provide interesting and stimulating environments in which people can socialise and get a break from every day living. They are often held at small home-like community facilities or sometimes in areas of residential care facilities set aside for this purpose. In some areas of the country a very small group may gather together in a hosts home for the same purpose e.g., Enliven HomeShare.

People often attend several times a week. Various activities are offered, and morning and afternoon teas and a midday meal provided. Transport may also be offered, for which there is usually a cost. To retain that sense of belonging and being known, group numbers are limited and kept quite small.

A subsidy may be available if you have been assessed by your local older person’s service/NASC as being eligible. It may not cover the cost of transport.