Compassionate Adult Day Care in Hattiesburg, MS
Compassionate Adult Day Care in Hattiesburg, MS
Social Day Care Programs in Hattiesburg, MS
A meaningful day is about more than having somewhere to go. It is about having people to talk with, activities to enjoy and opportunities to feel connected to the world around you. At The Abigayle Adult Day Services, our social day care programs in Hattiesburg, MS provide adults with a welcoming place to spend their weekdays while enjoying companionship and engaging activities.
Our Hattiesburg adult day center serves individuals who may benefit from spending more time around others, developing a structured daytime routine or participating in physical and cognitive activities outside the home. At the same time, our programs provide valuable daytime support for families and caregivers.
Located at 1608 Broadway Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, The Abigayle is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We are committed to providing a loving environment where participants are treated with dignity and encouraged to enjoy each day according to their individual interests and abilities.
Creating More Meaningful Days
Everyone has different interests and abilities, so a meaningful day will not look exactly the same for every participant.
Some individuals enjoy conversation and group interaction. Others enjoy physical activities or opportunities to exercise their minds. Some simply appreciate being around other people and having a regular place to go during the week.
The Abigayle provides physical and cognitive activities that encourage participants to remain involved in their daily environment. Our social day care programs combine these activities with opportunities for companionship and interaction.
This balance helps create days that have greater variety and structure.
Instead of simply filling hours, our goal is to provide opportunities for participants to engage in ways that are comfortable and appropriate for them.
A Welcoming Environment for Socialization
Walking into a new environment can feel unfamiliar at first, especially for someone who has spent much of their recent time at home. That is why creating a welcoming atmosphere is so important.
The Abigayle is designed to be a place where participants can become familiar with their surroundings, develop a routine and spend time with others.
Social interaction does not need to be complicated to be valuable. A conversation with another participant, sharing an activity or simply spending time together can add enjoyment to the day.
As participants become familiar with the adult day center, they have opportunities to develop connections and experience the benefits of a regular social routine.
Our focus remains on treating every participant with patience, dignity and respect.
Why Social Connection Matters
As people grow older or experience changes in their health, mobility or memory, opportunities to socialize can sometimes become limited. Driving may become difficult. Friends or relatives may live farther away. Changes in daily routines can also mean spending more time at home.
Over time, having fewer opportunities to interact with other people can make the days feel repetitive and disconnected.
Social day care provides another option.
Rather than spending the majority of the day at home, participants can come to an environment where other people are present and activities are part of the daily routine. Conversation, shared experiences and group participation can create opportunities for connection that may be difficult to maintain at home alone.

At The Abigayle, socialization is an important part of what we provide. We want participants to have opportunities to communicate, participate and enjoy the company of others in a comfortable environment.
Activities That Encourage Participation
Activities are an important part of our social day care programs because they give participants something to engage with individually and together.
The Abigayle incorporates physical and cognitive activities into the adult day experience. These activities are intended to encourage involvement, stimulate the mind and body and provide enjoyable ways to spend time with others.
Participation can also create natural opportunities for conversation and connection.
Not everyone participates in exactly the same way. Individual interests, abilities and comfort levels can vary. We recognize these differences and encourage participants to become involved in ways that are suitable for them.
The goal is to create an engaging environment rather than a rigid schedule where everyone is expected to respond in the same way.
Helping Adults Maintain Independence
Adult day services and independence are not opposites.
In many situations, adding the right type of daytime support can help families maintain a care arrangement that keeps a loved one connected to home and community.
Social day care provides participants with a place to go during the day while they continue returning to their familiar home environment.
The Abigayle also offers personal care assistance, health monitoring and other services that can support participants who need additional help during their time with us.
Our goal is to provide appropriate assistance while respecting each individual's dignity and encouraging participation at a level that works for them.
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Social Day Care and Memory Support
Adults experiencing memory changes can also benefit from social interaction and a structured daytime environment.

The Abigayle offers memory care support as part of our broader adult day services. Participants experiencing memory related changes can have opportunities for appropriate activities, socialization and daytime engagement while receiving compassionate support.
For families, this can provide an important alternative to having a loved one spend long periods at home without enough stimulation or interaction.
A familiar daytime routine may also help families create greater consistency in their weekly schedules.
Because every person's needs are different, families are encouraged to speak with our team about their loved one's circumstances and the type of support they may require.
Support for Family Caregivers
Social day care does not only benefit the participant. It can also provide meaningful support for the people caring for them.

Family caregivers often manage many responsibilities at once. They may be caring for a parent or spouse while also working, raising children, maintaining a household and attending to appointments and other commitments.
Trying to be available every hour of every weekday can become difficult.
The Abigayle provides families with a dependable daytime care option. While a loved one is participating in our social day care program, caregivers can have time available to focus on work, errands, appointments and other responsibilities.
Some caregivers also simply need time for themselves.
Respite is an important part of maintaining a manageable caregiving routine. Having a trusted adult day program available during the week can give families greater flexibility while providing their loved one with opportunities for socialization and activities.
Who May Benefit From Social Day Care?
There is no single type of person who can benefit from an adult social day program.
Social day care may be worth considering when an adult spends significant portions of the day alone, has fewer opportunities to see friends and relatives or would enjoy a more active weekly routine.

It may also be appropriate for someone who needs daytime supervision or assistance while a family caregiver is working.
Adults experiencing memory changes may benefit from a more structured environment, while individuals who have become less socially active may appreciate opportunities to interact with other people again.
Families sometimes assume adult day services are only appropriate when someone has extensive care needs. That is not necessarily the case.
For some participants, the primary benefit is simply having somewhere welcoming to go, people to interact with and meaningful activities to enjoy.
Social Day Care in Hattiesburg
The Abigayle opened our Hattiesburg location in 2021, expanding our adult day services to families in the Hattiesburg community.
Our center is located at 1608 Broadway Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402 and is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
These weekday hours provide families with a practical option for daytime care while giving participants opportunities for companionship and activity throughout the week.
In addition to social day care programs, our Hattiesburg location provides memory care support, personal care assistance, health monitoring, therapeutic activities, respite care services and transportation services.
The Abigayle also serves Mississippi families through our Ridgeland location at 205 Industrial Cove, Ridgeland, MS 39157.
Give Your Loved One More Opportunities to Connect
If someone you love is spending too much of the day alone or could benefit from a more engaging weekday routine, social day care may provide the connection and support your family has been looking for.
The Abigayle Adult Day Services offers a loving environment where adults can socialize, participate in physical and cognitive activities and receive additional support according to their individual needs.
Our Hattiesburg location is conveniently located at 1608 Broadway Dr, Hattiesburg, MS 39402.
Contact The Abigayle at (601) 520-1919 to learn more about our social day care programs in Hattiesburg, MS and discuss whether our services may be a good fit for your loved one.
We are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and welcome the opportunity to help your family find a daytime care option centered on connection, engagement and compassionate support.
Do you have more than one location?
Yes. The Abigayle Adult Day Services has locations in Hattiesburg and Ridgeland, Mississippi. Our Hattiesburg location is at 1608 Broadway Dr, and our Ridgeland location is at 205 Industrial Cove.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a social day care program?
A social day care program provides adults with a place to spend time during the day while participating in activities and interacting with others. At The Abigayle, our program focuses on creating a loving environment where participants can socialize and engage in physical and cognitive activities.
Who can benefit from social day care?
Adults who would benefit from companionship, structured daytime activities or additional support may be good candidates for social day care. It can also be helpful for individuals who spend significant amounts of time alone while their family caregivers work or manage other responsibilities.
What do participants do during the day?
Participants have opportunities to socialize and take part in physical and cognitive activities. Our focus is on providing meaningful engagement and creating an enjoyable daytime environment rather than simply providing a place to pass the time.
Can someone with memory changes attend?
The Abigayle provides memory care support in addition to our social day care programs. Because needs can vary considerably from person to person, we encourage families to contact us to discuss their loved one's individual situation.
Can social day care help caregivers?
Yes. Adult day services give family caregivers access to dependable support during the day. While a loved one attends The Abigayle, caregivers can use that time for employment, appointments, errands, household responsibilities or personal needs.
Does The Abigayle offer transportation?
Transportation services are available through The Abigayle. Families can speak with our team about their transportation needs and available service options.
When is the Hattiesburg center open?
Our Hattiesburg adult day center is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
