FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Valley Caregiver Resource Center marked a major milestone Thursday with a ribbon cutting celebrating the expansion of its OASIS Adult Day Program, a facility designed to support seniors experiencing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and memory loss.

The expanded center, located on the southwest corner of Fresno and Barstow avenues, has grown from 1,979 square feet to 6,019 square feet, adding roughly 4,000 square feet of new space to meet increasing demand from Fresno County’s aging population.

Officials say the expansion comes as the region continues to see rapid growth among older adults. In Fresno County, there are more than 170,000 residents age 60 and older, making seniors the fastest-growing age group locally.

OASIS Adult Day Program provides structured daytime care for seniors, offering activities aimed at keeping participants mentally and physically engaged while helping reduce isolation and slow cognitive decline.

The program is one of the only stand-alone licensed adult day facilities in the region specializing in memory care.

The service also provides respite for family caregivers, allowing them time to work, attend appointments, or manage personal needs while knowing their loved ones are in a supervised, supportive environment.

“This expansion allows us to better serve seniors and families with more space, more programs, and more individualized support,” said Millie Thao, Director of Programs, Development & Strategy at Valley Caregiver Resource Center.

The expansion was made possible through grants and donations, according to the organization.

New features include a conversation lounge, a craft room, and a Mobii projector system designed to offer interactive, sensory-based activities that promote cognitive stimulation, encourage reminiscence, and help reduce anxiety among participants.

Valley Caregiver Resource Center says the goal of the expansion is to help seniors remain active and supported while enabling them to age in place for as long as possible.

OASIS Adult Day Program is part of Valley Caregiver Resource Center, a nonprofit organization that provides caregiver support, education, counseling, respite services, advocacy, and Medicare counseling throughout the region.

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