History
Our legacy begins with our founders, Dr. George G. Glenner and his wife, Joy. Dr. Glenner was a physician and Alzheimer's researcher at the UCSD School of Medicine and worked tirelessly to better understand the pathology of the disease. He became world-renowned for his research and identification of the beta-amyloid protein. While his discoveries and explorations helped to advance our knowledge, the concern for the families affected by Alzheimer's provided the poignant foundation for our centers. The Glenners were very concerned with the enormous stress the disease puts on caregivers. They saw the day-to-day struggles of families desperate for help. Their passion and determination to help these families is what defines us today.
Specialties
We are a non-profit adult day care center specifically for people with Alzheimer's and related dementias. We offer dementia-specific activities led by specially-trained staff. Having your loved one spend a few hours at the Glenner Center gives you, as their family caregiver, the opportunity for a much-needed break from the rigors of care giving while, at the same time, having the peace of mind knowing they are safe and supervised enjoying the day. If you don't live in the Encinitas area, the Glenner Centers have a quaint, cottage-style location in Hillcrest and a larger, innovative Reminiscence Therapy Day Center in Chula Vista. Give us a call to learn more about our full and half day affordable programs!