Support for New Canaan’s Caregivers of Alzheimer's Residents at Home

Waveny LifeCare Network, in partnership with the New Canaan Community Foundation and Jim and Dede Bartlett, is proud to unveil a groundbreaking initiative aimed at assisting family members and primary caregivers of individuals grappling with memory loss and cognitive challenges.

The Navigator: Alzheimer’s at Home in New Canaan program is designed to serve as a vital resource for caregivers in New Canaan navigating the complexities  of supporting loved ones with Alzheimer’s Disease. Often, caregivers find themselves facing daunting hurdles in accessing timely assistance at home, leading to feelings of isolation, heightened stress, financial strains, and the emotional toll of witnessing their loved one's condition deteriorate. 

Thanks to the generous support from the New Canaan Community Foundation and local benefactors Jim and Dede Bartlett, caregivers now have access to a dedicated Navigator round the clock, every day of the year. This invaluable resource offers guidance on a range of issues, from in-home care to available diagnostic and treatment options, ensuring caregivers never have to face their challenges alone. Click HERE to continue reading.

Caregiver Respite Program Beneficiary of Wilton Women's Club's 2024 Fundraiser

The Caregiver Respite Program, administered through Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County, a member of the Waveny LifeCare Network, was named Wilton Women's Club's 2024 fundraising beneficiary. Proceeds from the club’s Annual Spring Fashion Show and Fundraiser on April 25th totaled $24,600 and a check was presented to Mary Ross, Administrator and Chief Clinical Officer and other staff members on June 11th.

“On behalf of everyone here at Waveny-Visiting Nurse & Hospice, I am honored to accept this generous donation to fund our Caregiver Respite program, which will provide much-needed relief for the caregivers in our community,” said Mary Ross, Administrator and Chief Clinical Officer. Click HERE to continue reading.

Waveny's Own Arthur Jean Baptiste, LPN Wins Leading Age Connecticut's "Aging Services Award of Excellence"

Arthur Jean Baptiste, an LPN in Waveny's Memory Care Community for the past three years, has been selected as one of Leading Age Connecticut's "Aging Services Award of Excellence" recipients.

Arthur goes above and beyond his stated job description to deliver excellent resident care, safety and performance. Click HERE to read more.

New Art at The Inn

Local artist Kris Davenport Toohey's collection "Atmospheric Marshscapes" has been installed at Waveny's independent living community, The Inn. Inspired by the salt marshes of the Connecticut coast, Toohey enjoys exploring the interplay of color and layers of light to create an emotional undercurrent in each marshscape.

Kris' work has been exhibited in numerous juried shows and galleries as well as in deisgn stores such as Pottery Bar and Design Within Reach. Kris is an exhibiting member of The Rowayton Arts Center, the Artists Collective of Westport, the Carriage Bard Arts Center and the Ridgefield Guild of Artists. Come see this stunning exhibit and get to know The Inn today!

SAVE THE DATE!

Please mark your calendar and join us on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 6:30pm at the New Canaan Country Club for Waveny's 50th Anniversary Gala. More details to come!

High School Interns Make the Grade at Waveny

Students from New Canaan High School, Westhill Stamford, Brien McMahon and Wooster School spent several weeks participating in our Senior High School Internship Program. Students assisted with resident activities, tended our gardens, lent a hand at the New Canaan Thrift Shop, held a fashion show and job shadowed in many clinical areas to learn more about the world of healthcare. Henry, Felicity, Paul, Rakel, Trey, Gian and Kenzie, you made a difference here at Waveny and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors!

Successful Blood Drive at Waveny

Thank you to those who came to our Farm Road campus for our American Cross blood drive! We surpassed the Red Cross goal with 35 participants and collected 31 usable bags of blood. Each bag has the capability of saving one life!

Did You Know?

Would you like to become part of our volunteer team?

You can enrich the lives of our seniors throughout the Waveny-VNH continuum of healthcare services and residences!

As a Waveny-VNH volunteer, you will become part of a vibrant and caring team, welcomed and deeply appreciated by residents, patients, staff and fellow volunteers. We have opportunities for all ages and abilities with a flexible schedule and we welcome the opportunity to create a tailored service opportunity for corporate and community groups.  Choose from a range of volunteer activities which will allow you to make the maximum impact with the time you would like to share. 

If you are interested in getting involved, please contact Stella Clarke, Executive Director of Community Engagement and Volunteering at sclarke@waveny.org or 203-594-5334.

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