Project Independence
Project Independence Location
New Bedford, a city located in the state of Massachusetts (MA), is home to a population of approximately 153,701 people. New Bedford boasts a median age of 36.8, with around 21.2% of its residents aged 60 or above. 4.5% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 14.7% of New Bedford residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $54,604, while the unemployment rate stands at 7.2%, and around 18.8% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in New Bedford is $290,790, with a monthly rent averaging $1026.
About Adult Day Care
Adult day care offers older adults and those with disabilities professional care, socialization, and enrichment opportunities in community-based group settings. Programs are designed to provide supervised care and promote quality of life for both participants and their families. The 3 main types of adult day care are social adult day care, adult day health care (ADHC), and specialized adult day care.