Your generosity can change someone’s life.

Hi, my name is Shelly Braley. I have a huge passion for geriatrics, working 37 years in activities and care. GRACEFUL HORIZON is a non-profit organization with a 501(c)3 designation that will be designed as a center for older adults needing day supervision or social engagement outside the home in a safe, secure setting.

For family caregivers, adult day centers offer a break from constant caregiving duties. Caregivers are then able to work and run errands without safety concerns for their loved ones.

GRACEFUL HORIZON will start commensurate with its fundraising abilities and, with time, will offer more amenities including counseling, medical management, and education services for family caregivers.

Initially, GRACEFUL HORIZON will offer:

• Professional Supervision

• Social activities, such as games, crafts, and memory-training programs

• Meals and snacks

• Transportation to and from the facility

• Exercise

The benefits of adult day respite are many, including:

• A safe, secure setting for adults with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and/or mobility issues who might otherwise wander, fall, or injure themselves if left unsupervised.

• Social activity and companionship, which can bolster mental and physical health.

• Physical exercise plans to strengthen muscles, improve balance, and enhance sleep quality through consistent exercise and social activities.

• Reduced caregiver stress, burnout, anxiety, and depression.

According to the National Adult Day Services Association (NADSA), there are more than 7,500 adult day respite programs currently in the US providing services to older adults. For participants, adult day programs provide social interaction, mental stimulation, physical activities, and nutritious meals.