The Howard Circle of Friends Senior Adult Day Program is a partnership between the Alzheimer’s Association and Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Knoxville. By definition, adult day services are planned programs of activities designed to promote well-being through social and health related services. Such services offer benefits to both participants and their caregivers. Not only do adult day services provide older adults an opportunity to get out of the house and receive both mental and social stimulation, but also they also give caregivers a much-needed break in which to attend to personal needs, or simply rest and relax.

At Circle of Friends, care is provided by a full-time program supervisor and program assistant, as well as trained volunteers. The program provides a safe, supportive environment for senior adults with memory loss and/or physical problems.

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Hours of Operation
Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants may take part in fun, therapeutic activities according to their individual needs. Activities include devotional and spiritual opportunities, music, exercise, relaxation, and arts and crafts. Nutritious meals, as well as snacks, are provided.

Eligibility/Fees
Those eligible to participate in the program must be diagnosed with dementia, with mild to moderate cognitive impairment, or have a physical impairment and suffer from memory loss. Fees for the program are based upon income and range from no cost to the maximum reimbursable amount under Medicare guidelines.

More Information
Call Angela McMullen, program supervisor, at (865) 524-9457 or Linda Johnson, assistant director of programs, at (865) 544-6288.