An 82-year-old widow with Alzheimer's disease is being cared for at home by her daughter.Twice a week,the widow goes to an adult day care program.This is an example of:
A) long-term care.
B) a PACE program.
C) transitional care.
D) respite care.

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Respite care provides temporary relief to the caregiver.When the widow goes to the adult day care program,her daughter has some relief from the duties of caregiving.Long-term care is care in a nursing home.PACE (Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly)is a program in which an individual who has many physical care and skilled care needs is cared for in the community.Part of a PACE program includes an adult day care program.Transitional care addresses the individual's needs as they transition between and among different care settings.

An 82-Year-Old Widow with Alzheimer's Disease Is Being Cared for at Home