FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — The expanded space is a huge boost not just for Valley Caregiver Resource Center, but also for the older adult population.<\/p>\n
Executive Director Meghan Velasquez says that with their additional space, they will be able to offer more specialized and innovative care.<\/p>\n
“It doesn’t feel like a small nook,” she said. “They have this huge space to make it their own.”<\/p>\n
The Oasis Adult Day Center is a place for people with dementia to find friendships and enjoy stimulating projects and pastimes.<\/p>\n
The new space includes an art room, more conversation areas and an activity space.<\/p>\n
The outside patio also got a new look and was upgraded with retractable awnings.<\/p>\n
“Making sure our participants have the opportunity to get out, get fresh air and enjoy the sunshine is good for all of us,” Velasquez said.<\/p>\n
Getting the project off the ground took several years. The cost was just shy of $1 million.<\/p>\n
Construction for the expanded center began in Spring 2025.<\/p>\n
“Often, our senior community feels pushed aside, unseen and unheard,” Velasquez said. “This new space makes them feel valued.”<\/p>\n
It’s not only the space that’s getting expanded.<\/p>\n
“We’re also looking to build a Spanish-speaking program, so not to just translate our services, but to offer programs in Spanish to that community,” Velasquez said.<\/p>\n
Valley Caregiver Resource Center plans to have a ribbon-cutting for the expanded space in April.<\/p>\n
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