Mindful Care Adult Day Services - a program of Elders First

Mindful Care Adult Day Services - a program of Elders First Most participants have some memory loss or other functional incapacities of age.

MINDFUL CARE Adult Day Services (aka Elders First) provides a supervised daytime program of compassionate care in Rutherford County to individuals age 60+ who are experiencing age-related mental or physical impairments. MINDFUL CARE Adult Day Services (ADS) provides a five day-per-week social model adult day center that enrolls persons age 55+ who are in need of a supervised setting, activities, loving care, and friendship. We strive to be a key provider of an alternative to institutional long-term care services in Rutherford County so that elders are able to remain living at home. Caregivers have relief and their loved one is nurtured by an experienced staff at our center.

We are grateful to First Community Bank Cares for their generous support through donations to We Remember You and Mindfu...
03/20/2026

We are grateful to First Community Bank Cares for their generous support through donations to We Remember You and Mindful Care Adult Day Service.

03/20/2026

Open House at Mindful Care Adult Day Service with Dean Patrick was enjoyed by participants, family and friends. Dance,Dance, Dance.

Mid-March Celebrations: Happy Birthday Stan!,Our Price is Right Game Show Winners Steve and Kathi Recall Fond Memories, ...
03/20/2026

Mid-March Celebrations: Happy Birthday Stan!,Our Price is Right Game Show Winners Steve and Kathi Recall Fond Memories, Dancing with Spouses and Enjoying Music Performances

Important Announcement!!! We are pleased to announce the upgrade of our telephone. We look forward to hearing from you a...
03/19/2026

Important Announcement!!! We are pleased to announce the upgrade of our telephone. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing our program.

03/17/2026

Notification: Due to technical issues, our phone is out of order. In the meantime, please call Cindi at 615-556-3173 or email mindfulcareorg@gmail.com.

We commemorated Oreo Day today with MTSU nursing students creating Oreo cookie balls. Oh so enjoyable and excellent hand...
03/07/2026

We commemorated Oreo Day today with MTSU nursing students creating Oreo cookie balls. Oh so enjoyable and excellent hand exercise.
Come and join in the fun! mindfulcareorg@gmail.com or mindful-care.net

Advise for Care Partners If I get dementia, I’d like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I wan...
03/07/2026

Advise for Care Partners
If I get dementia, I’d like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things.
1a. Every time you enter the room announce yourself. “Hi Ron- it’s Margaret.”
NEVER ask- Do you know who I am??? That causes anxiety.
1. If I get dementia, I want my friends and family to embrace my reality.
2. If I think my spouse is still alive, or if I think we’re visiting my parents for dinner, let me believe those things. I’ll be much happier for it.
3. If I get dementia, don’t argue with me about what is true for me versus what is true for you.
4. If I get dementia, and I am not sure who you are, do not take it personally. My timeline is confusing to me.
5. If I get dementia, and can no longer use utensils, do not start feeding me. Instead, switch me to a finger-food diet, and see if I can still feed myself.
6. If I get dementia, and I am sad or anxious, hold my hand and listen. Do not tell me that my feelings are unfounded.
7. If I get dementia, I don’t want to be treated like a child. Talk to me like the adult that I am.
8. If I get dementia, I still want to enjoy the things that I’ve always enjoyed. Help me find a way to exercise, read, and visit with friends.
9. If I get dementia, ask me to tell you a story from my past.
10. If I get dementia, and I become agitated, take the time to figure out what is bothering me.
11. If I get dementia, treat me the way that you would want to be treated.
12. If I get dementia, make sure that there are plenty of snacks for me in the house. Even now if I don’t eat I get angry, and if I have dementia, I may have trouble explaining what I need.
13. If I get dementia, don’t talk about me as if I’m not in the room.
14. If I get dementia, don’t feel guilty if you cannot care for me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s not your fault, and you’ve done your best. Find someone who can help you, or choose a great new place for me to live.
15. If I get dementia, and I live in a dementia care community, please visit me often.
16. If I get dementia, don’t act frustrated if I mix up names, events, or places. Take a deep breath. It’s not my fault.
17. If I get dementia, make sure I always have my favorite music playing within earshot.
18. If I get dementia, and I like to pick up items and carry them around, help me return those items to their original place.
19. If I get dementia, don’t exclude me from parties and family gatherings.
20. If I get dementia, know that I still like receiving hugs or handshakes.
21. If I get dementia, remember that I am still the person you know and love.”
ᴄᴏᴘʏ ᴀɴᴅ ᴘᴀsᴛᴇ in Honor of someone you know or knew who has dementia. In Honor of all those I know and love and lost who are fighting Dementia/Alzheimer’s. Author unknown

Happy Employee Appreciation Day to my wonderful team, Jamie Brechon, April Black and Margaret Campbell ( not pictured).
03/06/2026

Happy Employee Appreciation Day to my wonderful team, Jamie Brechon, April Black and Margaret Campbell ( not pictured).

03/06/2026

Mac Ganoe has a talent of dancing along with one of our ladies

Mac Gabor entertained us today with crooner vocal style music along with some Elvis Presley’s music
03/06/2026

Mac Gabor entertained us today with crooner vocal style music along with some Elvis Presley’s music

At Mindful Care, you can participate in various daily activities, including quiet time and care partner events like the ...
02/28/2026

At Mindful Care, you can participate in various daily activities, including quiet time and care partner events like the Sweetheart brunch. We look forward to March events, stay tuned!

Thank you Boro Dash for having us as a benefactor this year. We plan to create more rewarding activities and fun project...
12/15/2025

Thank you Boro Dash for having us as a benefactor this year. We plan to create more rewarding activities and fun projects for our participants. Thank you again! The Board and staff.

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265 W. Thompson Lane
Murfreesboro, TN
37129

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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