Daybreak

Improving Lives with Dignity

What is Daybreak?

Daybreak is a daytime social program for adults living with early-stage dementia. Our goal is to provide a daily program that:

Our guests feel a sense of community when they attend our program. They spend their day surrounded by friends and peers while actively engaging in meaningful and purpose filled activities to support a healthy and happy lifestyle. 

In this interview, Alisa Lammers, Caregiver Specialist and Health Promotions Coordinator, talks about Daybreak, a full-day adult program for people dealing with dementia and other cognitive disabilities in Barron County.

Activities Include:

All activities are crafted to ensure guest success in a fun, and supportive environment.

Why Consider Daybreak?

The Daybreak Value

The daily guest fee of $75.00 includes:

• Trained dementia-capable staff and volunteers with over 25 years of experience.

• Daily nutritious snacks and lunch meal

• Five hours of activities and programming in a fun, interactive and safe environment.

• Community outings 

• Consultations with the Caregiver Specialist and/or Dementia Care Specialist.

• Caregiver support programs include: 

• monthly support groups

• loaner library

• educational caregiver workshops.

If cost is a barrier, caregiver assistance programs may be available. Please inquire about your options with the Caregiver Specialist.  

Transportation

If transportation to/from the program is a barrier to attending, transportation options may be available for an additional fee. Inquire with the Caregiver Specialist about transportation

Locations and Times

Our program is based in two different community settings to ensure our guests are able to interact with other residents of the community.

Program Hours: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

We recommend guests attend at least one day/week to ensure their success.

Barron: Monday and Thursday

First United Methodist Church, 154 Memorial Dr, Barron, WI 54812

Rice Lake: Tuesday

Rice Lake Senior Center, 12 W Humbird St, Rice Lake, WI 54868

For more information or to schedule a visit, contact the Caregiver Specialist at 715-537-6225 or alisa.lammers@co.barron.wi.us.