The Day Center and Its Role as a Social Network
Abstract
The author discusses the importance of building a social network for chronic mentally disabled patients living in the community. A literature review that includes cross-cultural studies suggests the chronic mentally disabled fare better in the community if they have a support system that provides assigned roles and regular contact with people and that does not produce great stress. The Fennell Program Day Center, an activity and social program for the chronic mentally disabled, is described, with emphasis on its role in providing a social network for its clients. By keeping expectations low and enhancing a family-like atmosphere, staff have been able to help clients develop reciprocal social relationships.
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