An article brought to you by Seasons Adult Day Health Services
Amy Sheridan, Program Director

Participants at Seasons come from all different walks of life and have had a variety of life experiences. One particular group that we see at Seasons is Veterans. These brave men and women have earned that title and with that should come the benefit of resources and services in the area.

If an individual is currently a patient at the US Department of Veterans Affairs, they may already qualify for assistance with a variety of services. For a person who served in active duty that never utilized the VA, you may be eligible for helpful services! Midland County is fortunate to have employees through the Office of Veterans Services available to help interested community members in determining their eligibility for assistance.

Kevin Meyer, the Director, and Bruce Hernandez, the County Veterans Services Officer, are able to assist in starting the process for individuals that are interested. A Veteran would just need to see a physician at the VA at least once a year and could keep their current doctors that they regularly see. The Office of Veterans services is also available for questions in regards to benefits and eligibility.

Seasons Adult Day Health Services is one of the possible community services that may be offered to Veterans. For Veterans that are living with changes in their memory or other chronic health conditions, Seasons may be a great fit. Included at Seasons are therapeutic activities, health monitoring, hands on assistance as needed and socialization. Veterans can get to know other Veterans while they are here as well.

Dean, a participant at Seasons and an Air Force Veteran, attends Seasons three days a week using funding from the VA. He participates in activities of his choosing, enjoys socializing with a group of gentlemen and gets exercise using the NuStep bike. Dean states, “Seasons Adult Day Health Services: The center meets the needs of people looking for companionship and we all care for one another. Personally, it meets my needs by giving me the chance to think of the past through conversations with others related to our experiences. We get the chance to socialize both with other participants and staff. We can share and express our personal feelings. If I am having a slow morning, I come to Seasons and feel rejuvenated. One thing in particular that I enjoy most is that we always do the Pledge of Allegiance at lunch. It allows those with a past military experience and others in the center to come together and honor our country and those who have served.”

To learn more about Seasons Adult Day Health Services and how our center may be a great fit for a Veteran having cognitive changes, contact our Family Support Manager, Christin Rousseau, at 989-633-3767.