SAM Adult Day Programs
The SAM Program is an adult therapeutic day program which offers clients a structured “day out” in a safe and supportive environment. SAM program sites offer a variety of social, recreational, mentally and physically stimulating activities to participants, with the program goals of Stimulation, Activation, and Motivation.
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STIMULATION – ACTIVATION – MOTIVATION (SAM)
The SAM Adult Day Program welcomes adults of all ages (18+), including both older adults and adults with diminished abilities.
SAM Administration Office
10 Pearl Street North, Unit A
Hamilton ON L8R 2Y8
Phone: 905.525.5632
The SAM Program is an adult therapeutic day program which offers clients a structured “day out” in a safe and supportive environment. SAM program sites offer a variety of social, recreational, mentally and physically stimulating activities to participants, with the program goals of Stimulation, Activation, and Motivation.
The saying “Use It or Lose It” not only applies to our bodies, but it also applies to our brains. Physical or cognitive challenges are accommodated at SAM with a focus on what a person can do instead of what they can’t do.
We offer:
- A variety of physical, social, creative and mentally stimulating activities
- Safe SAM STEPS exercise programs
- A hot, full-course meal at noon
- Assistance with personal care needs, including medications
- Transportation assistance
- A registered nurse for health assessments and counselling
- Respite from caregiving responsibilities
*Note: There is a daily program cost. A subsidy may be available for those who qualify.
SAM Program is offered at three locations:
SAM Central: Good Shepherd Bishop Tonnos Seniors Building
10 Pearl Street, Unit A
Hamilton ON
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am-3:00 pm
SAM East:
194 Gage Avenue
Hamilton ON
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am-3:00 pm
SAM Flamborough: *Changing location, new location TBA*
Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am-3:00 pm
Download the SAM Program brochure in PDF here.
Find more information about the SAM program here.
Funding support is provided by the Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network (HNHB LHIN) and the Hamilton City Enrichment Fund.