Golden Age Program
The Golden Age Day Program is a respite innovation of the Dennis Center for Active Living.
Need a day for yourself?
The Golden Age Program (GAP) is a Social Day Program for persons living with cognitive impairment. Here, participants enjoy the company of friends, have fun playing games, crafts, field trips, music, exercise, dance, special events and much more.
GAP was established to provide a safe and enjoyable setting with meaningful activities that engage participants using their individual strengths, experiences and interests. All staff and volunteers have training specific to engaging with adults living with cognitive impairment.
For questions about GAP or to schedule a visit, please call Julie Benoit, Outreach Coordinator or Jennifer Connors, GAP Program Coordinator. (508)385-5067
For Participants
GAP provides a safe &
enjoyable setting with
meaningful activities
that engage participants
using their individual
strengths, experiences &
interests.
For Care Partners
GAP provides the care
partner the opportunity
for respite, knowing their
loved one is safe and
actively involved.
Staff & Volunteer
All staff & volunteers have
training specific to
interacting with adults
living with cognitive
impairment.
Schedule
GAP meets Tuesday –
Friday, 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
A morning snack and
nutritious lunch are
provided.
Destination Respite
Your Gateway to Well-Deserved Breaks!
DESTINATION RESPITE is an initiative spearheaded by a collaborative of various local agencies working together to expand respite options for Cape Cod caregivers. The Dennis Center for Active Living coordinated implementation and is charged with offering services to underserved caregiver populations. Destination Respite Programs are available for Spanish and Portuguese speaking caregivers.
HOW IT WORKS:
Each site’s contact information is listed below. Please contact the site for their specific schedule.
Dennis Center for Active Living (DCAL) – 1045 Route 134, South Dennis – 508-385-5067.
If you are a Dennis resident, please call the DCAL Outreach Office, Julie Benoit, to register for Destination Respite events in any location if you will be using Dennis COA Transportation for yourself and/or your loved one. For Dennis GAP Days register with the main office.
Barnstable Adult Community Center (BACC) – 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis – 508-862-4750 ext. 4765.
Alzheimer’s Family Support Center (AFSC) – 508-896-5170.
DESTINATION RESPITE is funded by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services and the Town of Dennis.
“Unlock the Power of Self-Care with Destination Respite: Caring for You, While You Care for Others.”
