The Village at Waveny’s Main Street: What the Research Says About Therapeutic Memory Care Design
In memory care design dementia environment CT, the conversation is no longer about buildings. It is about biology, behavior, and dignity. For families navigating dementia, the hardest truth is not memory loss, but watching a familiar world slowly become unfamiliar. Hallways feel confusing. Rooms lose meaning. Even daily routines begin to dissolve, and yet, research […]
How to Pay for Assisted Living CT: 2026 Financial Guide
For many families, the decision to explore assisted living begins with care needs, but it quickly becomes a financial conversation. It encompasses questions like: What will it cost? What does insurance actually cover? How do we pay for this in a way that feels sustainable? Understanding how to pay for assisted living in CT is […]
Specialized Dementia Care Connecticut: 2026 Guide
There is a moment, often quiet, often unspoken, when care at home begins to feel different. It is not always a crisis. More often, it is a growing awareness. A sense that routines are becoming harder to maintain, safety requires more attention, or the emotional weight of caregiving is beginning to shift from manageable to […]
Non Profit vs For Profit Senior Living: 2026 Guide
Choosing a senior living community is often framed as a practical decision, with factors such as location, amenities, and cost. Beneath those visible factors lies something far more influential, and far less discussed: how the community is structured. Understanding the difference between non-profit vs. for-profit senior living is not simply about business models. It is […]
Kentucky Derby Party at The Inn
Join us for the Kentucky Derby Party at the New Canaan Inn! Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 at 73 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan. Doors open at 5:30pm for Mint Juleps, hors d’oeuvres and viewing of the 152nd Run for the Roses. Wear your best Race Track Attire for the festivities. $150 per person, all financial proceeds […]
Waveny Inn Resident Celebrates 90th Birthday with Heartfelt Wish
A Special Art Exhibit Featuring Her Sons’ Work New Canaan, CT, November 20, 2025 – When most people reach a milestone birthday, they dream of travel, luxury, or a special event. For Lea Allen Gebauer, a resident of The Inn, Waveny LifeCare Network’s independent living community, her wish for her 90th birthday is far simpler […]
Wins LeadingAge Connecticut’s Humanitarian Award
Waveny LifeCare Network’s Beverly James-Allen, RN Waveny Life Care Network staff and administration were on hand at the award ceremony to share this special moment with Beverly. From left: Ben Schiano, Nursing Home Administrator, Stephanie Schott, RN, Infection Control Nurse; Claudia Katz, RN, Director of Nursing; Beverly James-Allen, RN, award recipient; Russ Barksdale, Ph.D., President […]
Waveny LifeCare Network Invests in Nursing Education to Build Tomorrow’s Workforce
Waveny LifeCare Network is proud to participate in an ambitious and compassionate initiative aimed at transforming the healthcare workforce by advancing Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) into Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). As a key partner in a two-day Design Sprint held at the New Canaan Library, Waveny joined forces with CT State Norwalk, Open Doors, and […]
Waveny LifeCare Network Invests in Nursing Education to Build Tomorrow’s Workforce
New Canaan, CT – Waveny LifeCare Network is proud to participate in an ambitious and compassionate initiative aimed at transforming the healthcare workforce by advancing Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) into Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs). As a key partner in a two-day Design Sprint held at the New Canaan Library, Waveny joined forces with CT State […]
Waveny Hosts Community Blood Drive
The recent blood drive organized by Waveny LifeCare Network and the Red Cross was a remarkable success, showcasing our dedication to community engagement and collaboration. About 37 generous donors preregistered for the drive and we had several walk-ins, contributing vital blood supplies during the critical summer months. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our staff, […]