Day centers for senior citizens

What is a day center?

A day center is a facility for senior citizens. At a day center, older people who are still able to cope well in their own homes receive professional nursing and care from qualified staff.

Day centers are suitable for seniors who want to spend their day in company. Day care promotes social contact and is an option for family caregivers who have to work during the day or need relief from their daily caregiving routine.

What do you do at a day center?

In addition to needs-based care, a day center provides transportation to and from the center, meals, exercise sessions to promote physical mobility, social activities, and creative activities to stimulate memory.

The care services offer seniors a structured and varied daily routine.

In a day center, the focus is on social interaction and community involvement, as well as encouraging and promoting independence among the seniors receiving care.
Maintaining social contacts and spending time in the community contribute significantly to the quality of life of older people.

How much does it cost to stay at a day center?

The cost varies depending on the service provider, is usually socially graded, and depends on income and care allowance.
You can find out the exact prices from the respective day center.

How do I find a day center?

Day centers are organized regionally by various providers. 
The first link provides information about the services offered by the Federal Association of Independent Welfare Organizations. For services in your state, click on the selection list for your state.

The second link provides information about the services offered by the Vienna Social Fund.

Please note that the list of services is not exhaustive.

Last update: July 23, 2025