February News From Waveny and Visiting Nurse & Hospice

A Message from

Russell Barksdale, PhD, MPA/MHA, FACHE

President and CEO

This year, Waveny LifeCare Network is celebrating 50 years in our local community, marking an impressive five decades of unwavering dedication to healthcare excellence and service. From its modest beginnings, driven by the vision of local residents with our town’s support, to its present stature as a comprehensive 5-Star healthcare network, Waveny's journey mirrors a steadfast commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its community. Click HERE to continue reading.

Sponsor a Lamppost in Celebration of 50 Years of Waveny

Help us paint the town blue and green in honor of 50 years of Waveny LifeCare Network! From April 1-15, 2024, you can sponsor one of New Canaan's downtown lampposts for $100; a limited number of lampposts are also available for sponsorship on Waveny's Main Street for $500. Sponsorship includes a 9" bow and personalized tag with your name plus recognition on Waveny's social media sites. All proceeds benefit Waveny LifeCare Network, sponsorship deadline is March 15, 2024. Click HERE to learn more, visit www.waveny.org/donate-now to complete your sponsorship.

Become a Thrift Shop INSIDER!

Want to join in the sustainable shopping movement and help us provide charitable care in the community at the same time? Donate and shop at the New Canaan Thrift Shop! And don't miss out on all the INSIDER news from the New Canaan Thrift Shop! Join the INSIDER email list and receive news, weekly specials and special promotions delivered right to your inbox. Click HERE to join.

Thank you to everyone who spread Valentine's Day cheer to our residents, including First Presbyterian Nursery School, West School, Saxe Middle School and NCHS Service League of Boys (SLOBS). We really felt the love!

FREE Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Group for Caregivers

Caring for a loved one with memory impairment can be challenging. Join Julie Ashley, Social Worker and Geriatric Care Manager, and other caregivers for emotional, educational and social support in a safe environment. Meetings are free and open to the public - no Waveny affiliation is required - and are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 6pm on our 3 Farm Road campus. Kindly RSVP to Rachel at 203-594-5446. Click HERE to learn more.

Did You Know?

The New Canaan Thrift Shop, a member of the Waveny LifeCare Network, partnered with the National Charity League Canaan Parish chapter for NCL's annual Fashion Show and afternoon tea at Wee Burn Country Club in Darien. According to their tradition, the Junior class puts on a Fashion Show with a local fashion store; this year the group selected The Thrift Shop and modeled outfits chosen there. Stella Clarke, Waveny's Executive Director of Community Engagement and Volunteering said after the event, "I was honored to join the tea and have the chance to speak about the purpose of the Thrift Shop and sustainable fashion, as well as Waveny and Hospice care and the impact of their volunteer support in raising funds for charitable care."

Waveny-Visiting Nurse & Hospice Bereavement Support Groups

Waveny-Visiting Nurse & Hospice offers Bereavement Support Groups for those who have lost a loved one.

LOSS OF SPOUSE

Mondays, 2:30-4:00pm via Zoom with facilitator Maribeth Payne, M.Div.

Tuesdays, 1:00-2:15pm in person at 3 Farm Rd., New Canaan with facilitators Bethany Zaro, MSW & Marcy Rand, LMSW, Certified Grief Counselor

Tuesdays, 2:00-3:30pm in person at 22 Danbury Rd., Wilton with facilitator Meghan Cioffi, MSW

Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm via Zoom with facilitator Sheila Russo, LCSW, Certified Grief Counselor

Fridays, 2:00-3:30pm via Zoom with facilitator Stephanie Shaughnessy, MSW

LOSS OF A LOVED ONE

Wednesdays, 11:00-12:30pm in person at 22 Danbury Rd., Wilton with facilitator Sheila Russo, LCSW, Certified Grief Counselor

LOSS OF A CHILD

Wednesdays, 1:30-3:00pm in person at 22 Danbury Rd., Wilton with facilitator Daniel DeLoma, M.Th., CT, PC

CARING FOR THE CAREGIVER

Mondays, 1:00-2:30pm via Zoom with facilitator Maribeth Payne, M.Div.

Thursdays, 9:30am-11:00am in person at 22 Danbury Rd., Wilton with facilitator Sally Keefe, New York University MSW Candidate

LOSS AND CHANGE

Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00pm in person at 22 Danbury Rd., Wilton with facilitator Betsy Perry, RN

LGBTQ+ GRIEF SUPPORT

Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30pm in person at Circle Care Center, 618 West Ave., Norwalk with facilitator Daniel DeLoma, M.Th., CT, PC

For more information about bereavement support or to pre-register for a group, please call Daniel DeLoma, Spiritual Care, Volunteer and Bereavement Coordinator at 203-762-8958 x. 316.

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. 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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