Frequently Asked Questions

The Adopt a Senior program is the foundation's signature initiative. It funds adult day care services for low-income seniors who could not otherwise afford to attend. Sponsorships cover the full continuum of care: meals, monitoring, therapies, transportation, and social engagement. By sponsoring a senior, you directly prevent nursing home placement and keep a family together.

Adult day care is a structured daytime program that provides supervised care, meals, social activities, and health monitoring for older adults and adults with disabilities. It allows participants to stay at home with their families while still receiving the support they need during the day. It is not a nursing home and is not residential—participants return home each evening.

A nursing home is a 24-hour residential facility. Adult day care runs only during business hours, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and lets the participant return home each evening to be with family. It is significantly more affordable than institutional care and helps families avoid or delay nursing home placement. Adult day care preserves independence and keeps seniors connected to their own homes and communities.

We serve older adults, veterans, and adults with disabilities who need daytime supervision, social engagement, or healthcare monitoring. We welcome people of all backgrounds and prioritize underserved and low-income individuals. Our Adopt a Senior program funds adult day care for those who cannot afford it. If you are unsure whether our program is right for your loved one, call 386-734-4442 or 386-453-4827 for a free needs assessment.

Both Sender Retreat in DeLand and Stay For A Day in Orange City are open Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. We are closed on weekends and major holidays. We offer flexible daily attendance or full-week enrollment depending on your family's needs.

Yes. Two meals and one snack are provided daily. All menus meet the requirements of the Florida Adult Care Food and Nutrition Program and are approved by our Registered Dietitian. We accommodate dietary restrictions and cultural preferences to the extent possible. Please discuss any dietary needs when you schedule your tour.

Our founder, Ana Rosa Randolph, has decades of experience working with seniors managing Alzheimer's disease and related cognitive conditions. We will assess each potential participant individually to make sure our program and environment are the right fit for their needs and stage of disease. Call us to discuss your loved one's situation.

Costs vary based on level of care and number of days attended per week. We offer flexible payment options and work with families on affordability. Contact us at 386-734-4442 or [email protected] for current rates and a free needs assessment. The Sender Retreat Foundation also has the Adopt a Senior program, which funds adult day care for low-income participants.

Yes. The Sender Retreat Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our EIN is 88-2126844. You will receive a donation receipt for tax purposes.

Adult day care lets you continue working, attend appointments, run errands, or simply rest while knowing your loved one is in a safe, welcoming environment with trained staff. It is one of the most effective ways to prevent caregiver burnout, reduce stress, and allow family caregivers to maintain employment and financial stability.

Call 386-734-4442 or 386-453-4827, or use the contact form on this website. Tours are available during business hours. We encourage families to bring the prospective participant along so you can see the environment and activities firsthand. There is no cost or obligation.

Absolutely. We welcome volunteers as activities companions, helping with crafts, games, music, conversation, and one-on-one engagement. We will train you for the role. Volunteers are the heart of what we do, and every hour of your time enriches the lives of our participants.

Donations fund adult day care services for low-income participants, transportation, two meals plus snack daily, on-site therapies, activities, staff training, and program operations. Every dollar reaches the people we serve. We are a cost-effective, mission-driven nonprofit, so the vast majority of gifts go directly to care.