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Medicaid Suggested Spend Down Guide
This document serves as a guide only. Please contact your Medicaid Senior and Disability Services office with questions, clarification regarding the transfer of assets and expenditures. Assets include bank accounts, vehicles, home or other property investments.
Introducing…A New Program Model!
Mt. Hood Adult Day Center is excited to announce a significant change to our program model! Starting this month, February 2023, we will be offering two programs: AM program and PM program. AM Program Hours = 9 AM – 2 PM PM Program Hours = 12 PM – 5 PM Do you...
Adult Day Centers CAN Make Your Worries DISAPPEAR
Happy New Year! Can you believe we’ve all made it to the year 2023? It’s got such a nice ring to it, doesn’t it? Adult Day Centers can benefit your loved ones and help to make some of your worries DISAPPEAR. Read below to find out how: Delay Moving to Long Term...
When is it time to seek care for my loved one?
Whether you are caring for your loved in your home or they have been living independently in their own home, there often comes a time when professional care support may be needed to help safely assist your loved one through their day. Far too many times we see people wait too long to seek additional support for their loved ones.
Stress and Depression During the Holidays: A Season for Gratitude and Self-Care
During this time of year, many of us struggle with increased anxiety, depression, loneliness, and overall sadness. It’s the time of year when the days are shorter, we are indoors more, and the holidays quickly creep up on us. As we approach the gathering season, many...
The Importance of Indoor Lighting for Older Adults
As we age, the light and dark signals that regulate our circadian rhythm are less likely to reach our retina.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Acknowledging mental health concerns can feel like a daunting task, especially when it is regarding your loved one or even yourself. May is mental health awareness month, so this is a great time to gain information and tackle the problem head on. If you feel that you...
April Showers Bring May Flowers!
Life is good! Our goal is to provide tools so that caregivers and their loved ones enjoy life! We have been enjoying spring gardening during gardening club on Wednesday afternoons here at the center, here are some reasons why it has many benefits that are worth...
Benefits of Music
“Music is the medicine of the mind” – John A. Logan As most of us can agree, music can have dramatic effects on us, it can change a mood, bring back a vivid memory or make you want to get up and dance, While we feel these effects easily, there are many benefits of...
Friendship and Socilization for Seniors
The Importance of Friendship and Socialization for Seniors Friday is my favorite day at Mt. Hood Adult Day Center, not because it is the end of the week, but because 3 of our unique participants, who find humor in almost everything, attend the center at the same...
Free Legal Clinic – Elder Law and Estate Planning
Our monthly Free Legal Clinic is one of the resources we offer as a support system for our participants, caregivers and family members. Here at Mt. Hood Adult Day Center we strive to help our participants, caregivers and family members in all aspects of their lives:...
Happy New Year!!!
2019 is here, can you believe it? We are excited for a new year full of new possibilities! What have we been up to, you ask? Well, lately we have been getting a bit of a face lift around here at Mt. Hood Adult Day Center. Fresh paint on the walls and a new...
November Newsletter is here…
We have really lucked out with our weather here in the Pacific Northwest this Fall season! It reminds us of the reasons why we love Oregon and this time of year. While the leaves may have started to fall outside, indoors we have been updating Mt. Hood Adult Day Center...
Checkout Our Monthly Newsletter
Can you believe it, September is here...already? September is one of my favorite months, can you gues what my favorite season is? That's right, it's Fall!! We have a lot coming up this month, starting with fun weekly themes and activities, as well as our monthly...
One of Our FAVORITE Days of the Year…
National Root Beer Float Day, August 6th, 2018! Who doesn't love a good reason for a root beer float? Or a party for that matter... Root Beer Floats are definitely one of those treats I don't do often, but when I do I realize how delicious they are! Mt. Hood...
HOT AUGUST TEMPS!
August is here and so is the heat! Check out the front page of our August newsletter for some Hot Weather Tips to keep you and your loved ones cool this summer. This month we will also be showcasing our Memories in the Making artists by having an art show. Please join...
Happy Birthday, America!
Checkout our July Newsletter to see the fun activities we have coming up. Our Longest Day event to celebrate those affected with Alzheimer's or dementia and their loved ones was a HUGE success! Check out our front page article on the event and the back page for fun...
Check Out Our Newest YouTube Video
Hey! Did you know we have a YouTube account? Search for us and YouTube to check out our videos! Follow us on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa0iaUMcC6TQByaJIETprIw?view_as=subscriber Watch our newest video (below) and hear about some of the clubs and...