Break-A-Way 
Services
Adult Senior Day Care Services
1-800-954-6809 
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What is BREAK-A-WAY?  BREAK-A-WAY is an innovative and affordable day program for seniors requiring daily support. BREAK-A-WAY can prevent nursing home placement by providing adult day services including social, recreational, educational and group activities, as well as health screenings. This structured-activities program is intended to help seniors remain as independent as possible while receiving quality care in a safe, home-like environment. 

BREAK-A-WAY is a family oriented program which allows relatives and caregivers to provide input into their loved ones daily structured care plan. this participation reassures family members that their loved ones are receiving the best care possible while providing families with time off from caregiver concerns. 
Why BREAK-A-WAY? 
  • Seniors and their families report an overwhelming preference for community versus nursing home care.
  • Medical day care and nursing homes are costly, are not needed by all seniors - and can cost as much as $70,000 a year.
  • BREAK-A-WAY supports seniors by providing them with a social outlet and the tools to remain independent and in their homes. The program helps ensure a better quality of life for these individuals while reducing the stress of care-giving on family members.
Who Benefits?  BREAK-A-WAY is designed to help older individuals who have memory problems; physical limitations due to strokes, arthritis or accidents; mental health problems; Alzheimer's disease; developmental disabilities; and those who need daily support for their own safety. 
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Individualized Programs  Activities designed to meet  
social, emotional and specific  
medical needs 

Care plan designed to maintain 
or improve daily living skills 
Field trips to local cultural 
attractions 

Arts and Crafts courses 

Organized games and other  
group activities 

Activities designed to bring  
generations together, including  
visits from area children  		Recreational Activities 
Health Care Services  Daily structured exercise program 

Nutritious meals and snacks 

Health screenings 

Guest speakers on health-related topics 
Elderlove, a monthly educational 
and support program for family caregivers  		Caregiver Support Services 
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Adaptive Equipment  Over 500 adaptive devices available for trial use including personal care items, housewares and reading/writing tools. 

Loan Closet of walkers and canes 
Monthly low-vision support  
group. 

Structured activities that serve as therapy for group participants, including the popular Memory Lane which encourages participants to recall and share  
past experiences  		Therapeutic Services 
Transportation Services  Field trip and daily transportation provided by the Commission on Aging and Easter Seals. Some restrictions apply. 
Fees are covered through direct  
client payments and third-party reimbursements. Services are  
billed on a weekly or monthly basis, as preferred. scholarship assistance is available and paid  
for by individual and corporate contributions.  		Fees 
Volunteer & Internship Opportunities  Volunteers and interns are needed to assist with program implementation and special events. To get involved, call 301-745-3828. 



BREAK-A-WAY Services provided Monday-Friday 

For more information, please contact the BREAK-A-WAY Director at 301-745-3828 

BREAK-A-WAY was developed through a collaboration with the Washington County Commission on Aging and is certified by the Maryland Office on Aging. The program is staffed by registered nurses, an activities coordinator and support staff. 



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