Aging in place is a growing initiative nationally, and Blount County, Tennessee, has an above-average senior population at 21.4% (2020 U.S. Census). The benefits of aging in place are numerous. The senior maintains a sense of home, dignity, and comfort. The family avoids guilt and cost, and maintains more control of care. Community and government agencies save resources for the most vulnerable. These issues are impacted drastically when the person is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The cost of round-the-clock care can be well beyond the means of many families, while others choose to keep loved ones at home.

DayBreak adult day program focuses on assisting families coping with mild to moderate dementia at a low cost compared to other options.