The following profiles highlight how Sunflower Adult Day Services has helped families in a variety of situations. The names have been changed, but the stories are all true.

"It won't work . . ."
Mavis loves her husband, Frank, but she is constantly worried about his safety. Frank has dementia, and he is restless and wandering. Mavis recently found him a block from their home, out in the sub-freezing cold with no coat or hat and no idea where he was going. Mavis was certain that Frank would never be happy at Sunflower Adult Day Services. She just knew that he would be too upset and agitated at being separated from her. But the staff and volunteers at Sunflower have risen to the very real challenge of getting Frank's attention and interest, and he now stays there three days a week. Mavis can relax her vigilance and enjoy those three days each week, knowing that Frank is safe, secure and happy.

Dealing With Depression
Like many older persons with chronic illness, June also suffers from depression. Her daughter, Roseann, tried placing June in an assisted living facility, but it didn't work out and June was asked to leave. She then moved back in with Roseann. At Roseann's, June spends most of her time sleeping. She gets up only for meals — and then doesn't have much interest in eating. June started attending Sunflower Adult Day Services two days per week. She stays awake all day, she interacts with other participants and staff in an appropriate manner, and she's ready to eat the well-balanced lunch and healthy snacks served at Sunflower. Life is better for both June and Roseann.