Adult Day Services

Adult Day Services

Adult Day Services

About Adult Day Services

JASC’s Adult Day Program in Chicago’s West Ridge neighborhood provides culturally competent care for Asian American seniors and welcomes older adults of all backgrounds, with free transportation and 80 years of community trust.

Call 773-275-7212 or email seniors@jasc-chicago.org to schedule a visit

Now at 5700 N. Lincoln Ave.

At JASC, we provide each client with a customized care plan and work closely with participants, family caregivers, and medical professionals to meet individual needs. Two full-time Registered Nurses are on staff to support medication administration, ongoing health monitoring, and individualized care. Our specially trained staff also provides a full schedule of engaging recreational activities incorporating art, music, dance, and more. There is NO television watching unless it is incorporated into one of the group activities.

A Typical Day at JASC

  • a light breakfast, a full lunch and an afternoon snack (accommodations for special dietary needs can be made);
  • assistance with personal needs;
  • counseling and support services;
  • physical fitness exercises;
  • nursing services, including medication administration
  • holiday celebrations and entertainment;
  • group and individual recreational activities designed to promote independence and self-esteem;
  • supervised outings to local attractions;
  • access to other resources such as social workers, Home Support Services, and medical referrals.

Door-to-Door Transportation

JASC offers door-to-door transportation for Adult Day participants within our service area for a small additional fee. Our wheelchair lift-equipped buses and vans serve Chicago’s North Side, and our drivers assist clients with safely getting in and out of the vehicle.

Pricing & Payment

  • Private Pay: $80/day without transportation
  • Private Pay: $85/day with one-way transportation
  • Private Pay: $90/day with round-trip transportation

Many participants pay nothing out of pocket. JASC participates in the Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA) Community Care Program, the Veterans Administration, and the Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services. Our case managers help families apply and determine eligibility. Call (773) 275-7212 to start.

Meals

JASC provides Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meals in addition to Title III lunches daily. We believe that nutritious and delicious meals are important for all older adults.  See letter below to learn more about our partnership with CACFP and our non-discrimination statement demonstrating our commitment to serving all.

Location & Hours

5700 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60659

Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on weekends and holidays.

Why Families Choose JASC

80 years
of service in Chicago
2 Registered
Nurses
on staff full-time
Door-to-Door
Transportation
Multi-cultural
Asian American programming

JASC welcomes Japanese American, Filipino, Korean, Chinese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, and other Asian American seniors, along with older adults of every background. Our staff includes bilingual team members and our programming reflects the culture of our participants.

Private pay rates are $80 per day without transportation, $85 with one-way transportation, and $90 with round-trip transportation. Many participants qualify for free services through the Illinois Department on Aging Community Care Program, the Veterans Administration, or the Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services. JASC’s case managers help with eligibility paperwork.

Call (773) 275-7212 to speak with an intake coordinator, or visit JASC at 5700 N Lincoln Ave during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm). We recommend a tour before enrollment so families can see the program firsthand.

Mornings begin with arrival, a light breakfast, and group conversation. Days include physical fitness, art and music activities, a full lunch, nursing checks as needed, and supervised outings. Two Registered Nurses are on staff to support medication administration and health monitoring.

Yes. JASC provides a light breakfast, a full lunch, and an afternoon snack daily. Meals follow the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and Title III standards. We can accommodate most special dietary needs. Let us know during intake.

Founded in 1946 to support Japanese American families resettling in Chicago after WWII incarceration, JASC today serves Asian American communities and people of all backgrounds across the broader Chicagoland area. In 2026, JASC proudly marks its 80th year.

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