Harborside Adult Day Health Center

The Community Family is a nonprofit organization that has been providing a variety of health care services since 1978. It provides treatment for memory loss problems. The organization operates several centers, including The Everett Center, The Buddy Coholan Memory Loss Center and The Lowell Center. Its staff includes community leaders, health care professionals business leaders and social service providers. The Community Family offers nursing and prevention care services, as well as provides treatments for Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, it offers social, direct care and educational services. It undertakes a variety of stimulating activities, such as discussions, outings, gardening and celebrations. The Community Family maintains one of its locations in Medford, Mass.

Established in 1939, Cooperative Elder Services is a non-profit organization that offers Alzheimer day care services. With a presence in Arlington, Mass., it also operates in Burlington, Concord, Groton, Lexington and Milton, Mass. The organization offers an alternative to nursing home placement for elders and disabled adults. Cooperative Elder Services organizes recreational activities, such as live entertainment, dances, bingo, cooking, crafts, bowling and word games. It also offers therapeutic programs. The organization s nursing staff assists in routine healthcare needs, such as medication management and blood pressure monitoring. Cooperative Elder Services also offers counseling and supportive services from licensed social workers. Its nutrition program includes breakfast, hot lunch and snacks. The organization also offers handicapped accessible transportation services.