New center will provide respite care for older adults Monday – Friday
Erie, Pa. (Dec. 10, 2024) – LECOM Health is pleased to announce the grand opening of its new Adult Day Center located at LECOM at Village Square, 149 W. 22nd St., in Erie, Pa. The facility is designed to provide high-quality respite care and support for older adults. The unveiling of the center took place at a ribbon-cutting ceremony today, and the facility is currently accepting new clients.
The new Adult Day Center will serve as a vital resource for the community, offering comprehensive care and enriching experiences for older adults. Operating Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., the center will provide a safe and supportive environment that includes nutritious meals, engaging activities, medical services, and more.
“Our Adult Day Center will provide support to families and caregivers by offering peace of mind, knowing their loved ones are in a safe, caring environment,” said James Lin, D.O., President of the LECOM Institute for Successful Living. “At the same time, the center will enhance the lives of older adults through engaging activities, social interaction, and programs designed to foster wellbeing and improve quality of life for everyone involved.”
Families interested in learning more can call 814-417-8751, or visit LECOMHealth.com/AdultDayCenter. Clients must complete an assessment and qualify for admission to the program. Drop-ins are not accepted.
The Adult Day Center reflects LECOM Health’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of life for seniors in the Erie community. The facility is part of LECOM Health’s broader mission to integrate innovative healthcare services with compassionate care, ensuring that older adults and their families have access to resources that promote independence and whole-person care.
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About LECOM Health
LECOM Health is a highly innovative, multi-faceted healthcare and education system. As the nation’s only osteopathic academic health center, LECOM Health includes Millcreek Community Hospital, Corry Memorial Hospital, Medical Associates of Erie, LECOM Senior Living Center, LECOM Senior Living Communities, LECOM Medical Fitness and Wellness Center, LECOM Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LECOM at Village Square, LECOM at Elmwood Gardens, LECOM Center for Health and Aging, the Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County, the Achievement Center of LECOM Health, and Corry Counseling Services of LECOM Health. At the core of LECOM Health is the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), the largest and one of the most affordable medical schools in the country. Since 1993, LECOM has trained nearly 18,000 healthcare professionals through its cutting-edge, student-centered College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Pharmacy, School of Dental Medicine, School of Podiatric Medicine, School of Health Services Administration and Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at campuses in Erie and Greensburg, Pa., Bradenton, Fla., and Elmira, N.Y.
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