Adult-day
Easter Seals Florida, Inc.
Adult-day in Gainesville, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 2002 NW 36TH AVENUE |
| City | Gainesville |
| State | Florida |
| ZIP code | 32605 |
| Phone | 352-377-7708 |
| Website | https://www.easterseals.com/florida/ |
| License number | 8872 |
| License type | Adult Day Care Center — Florida license, Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) |
| Licensing status | LICENSED |
| Capacity | 55 |
| Care types | adult day |
| Services offered | adult day care program, nursing care and health monitoring, dietary counseling, rehabilitative nursing, bathing assistance, podiatry services, salon services, therapeutic activities and group exercise, outdoor sensory garden, family resource and case management, caregiver social groups |
| CMS quality note | Licensed by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. |
Easter Seals Florida, Inc. is in 2002 NW 36TH AVENUE, Gainesville, FL 32605. Phone: 352-377-7708. It holds Florida Adult Day Care Center license 8872 (status LICENSED, licensed capacity 55), issued by the Agency for Health Care Administration.
Easterseals Florida at Altrusa House in Gainesville offers adult day health care for adults 18 and older, including older adults and adults with disabilities or special needs. Its program includes therapeutic activities for motor skills, cognition and socialization, group exercise, an outdoor sensory garden, nursing care and health monitoring, dietary counseling, podiatry and salon services, and caregiver social groups.
More about this provider
| Easterseals Florida's Altrusa House in Gainesville is an adult day health care program for adults with disabilities and aging adults, offering therapeutic activities, nursing care and health monitoring in a safe, stimulating environment. | |
| Services and programs | Adult day health care programs with therapeutic activities and specialty programs for gross and fine motor skills, cognition, socialization, arts and culture, health and wellness, an outdoor sensory garden, group games and group exercise; services provided include nursing care and health monitoring, dietary counseling, rehabilitative nursing, bathing, podiatry services, salon services, a fitness room, a secure and supervised environment, family resource and case management, a library, and caregiver social groups |
| Who it serves | Adults 18 years of age and up, including older adults and adults with disabilities or special needs, people experiencing a decrease in physical, mental or social functioning, and those recovering from a stroke or living with Alzheimer's disease or other special needs |
| Inspection highlights | AHCA inspections on file; most recent survey listed 10/06/2025 (Complaint) — no deficiencies cited. |
| Visiting and contact details | Easterseals Florida at Altrusa House, 2002 NW 36th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32605; phone (352) 377-7708 |
| Website | https://www.easterseals.com/florida/ |
Common questions about Easter Seals Florida, Inc.
Where is Easter Seals Florida, Inc. located?
Easter Seals Florida, Inc. is at 2002 NW 36TH AVENUE, Gainesville, Florida 32605.
What care and services does Easter Seals Florida, Inc. offer?
Easter Seals Florida, Inc. offers adult day, adult day care program, nursing care and health monitoring, dietary counseling, rehabilitative nursing, bathing assistance, podiatry services, salon services.
How do I contact Easter Seals Florida, Inc.?
Call Easter Seals Florida, Inc. at 352-377-7708.
How much does adult day care cost?
The national median cost of adult day health care is $95 a day (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). At 5 days a week, that is about $24,700 a year. Costs in Florida can be higher or lower.
Does Medicare pay for adult day care?
No. Medicare does not pay for adult day care on its own. One exception is PACE, a program run by Medicare and Medicaid together. PACE covers adult day health care for people who join it. Most adult day care is paid by Medicaid, the VA, or the family.
What is the difference between adult day care and home care?
Adult day care is a day program outside the home. It gives meals, activities, health checks, and rides to and from the center. Home care sends a caregiver into the home to help one person. Adult day care also gives family caregivers a break during the day.
Who else pays for adult day care besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for adult day care in many states for people who qualify. The VA covers adult day health care for many veterans. Some long-term care insurance plans pay for it. The rest is paid out of pocket.