Baker Senior Center Naples Inc

Bscn center for cognitive health offers a variety of programs for individuals with alzheimer's disease and related dementia (adrd) along with supportive programs for families and caregivers. The dementia respite program offers four-hour structured activity groups for seniors with adrd, as well as respite and support for their caregivers. The groups provide socialization, brain-fitness and reminiscence activities, music and art therapy, light physical exercise and a hot lunch. The groups are facilitated by licensed and credentialed social workers who are supported by trained and vetted volunteers. The bscn caregiver empowerment program aims to provide an array of support for families and caregivers. The caregiver support groups specifically provide emotional support, education and the opportunity to socialize with others in similar situations. There are 191 clients with dementia and their caregivers served in the program.

Bscn center for clinical health offers case management and mental health counseling. The case management program provides outreach and support to frail seniors with the goal of helping them age safely, and with dignity, in their homes in the community. Services include in-home assessments for ability to perform activities of daily living, fall prevention, referral to appropriate community resources and the development of a plan of care. Case managers assess each situation on a regular basis to make sure the plan is still effective and adjust when necessary. Emergency financial assistance is provided in some situations on a short-term basis after a comprehensive review of the individual's finances. There are 169 clients receiving case management services. Bscn offers counseling on an outpatient basis to seniors and their families in a warm and supportive environment. Services include individual, family, couples and group therapy focused on topics including anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, adjusting to life changes, concerns related to aging, trauma, coping with illness, isolation and loneliness and caregiver stress. There are 181 clients receiving services.