Waveny LifeCare Network Launches New Navigator Adult Day Program In New Canaan

Information via Waveny LifeCare Network

NEW CANAAN, CT – Waveny LifeCare Network announced Thursday the opening of its new Navigator Adult Day Program, now accepting applications at its 3 Farm Road campus in New Canaan.

According to a news release provided by Waveny LifeCare Network, the program is part of the broader Navigator Alzheimer's & Dementia at Home initiative and offers a supportive environment for individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia while providing a daytime respite for caregivers.

New Canaan residents and their caregivers can register for the program free of charge.

"Allowing caregivers to take a break and enjoy personal time during the day is a crucial step in managing the stress of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia," Executive Director Kathleen Benevento said in a news release.

The Navigator ADP provides participants with cognitively stimulating activities, social engagement, and a safe environment under professional supervision.

Hosted on Waveny’s renowned Main Street, participants will enjoy a light breakfast, a multi-course lunch, and access to a quiet space for independent activity and rest, according to Waveny LifeCare Network.

Accessible and Affordable Care

Thanks to generous donations and Waveny’s financial support, ADP’s costs have been significantly reduced: $130 for a full day (9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and $65 for a half-day (9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). Transportation may also be available through local resources.

The program operates as a social model, focusing on supervision and engaging activities rather than clinical care or medication administration. Services include light personal care, meal assistance, and guided activities provided by Waveny’s award-winning Therapeutic Recreation team, according to Waveny LifeCare Network.

Comprehensive Support for Caregivers

The Adult Day offering is part of the larger Navigator Alzheimer’s and Dementia at Home program which offers a concierge-level service free to New Canaan residents and their caregivers, providing 24/7 emotional support, care options, cognitively stimulating activities, and long-term care planning.

Members also gain priority access to Waveny’s continuum of care and referrals to trusted partners when necessary. Additionally, participants have access to an overnight respite apartment in "The Village," Waveny's memory care assisted living community, with no minimum stay requirement.

How to Enroll

Anyone seeking more information or wanting to enroll in the Navigator ADAH program or the Navigator Adult Day Program can contact Benevento by phone at (203) 613-0847 or via email at kbenevento@waveny.org.

For 24/7 Navigator assistance, call (203) 594-5289.

Community-Funded Initiative

The Navigator ADAH and Adult Day Program are made possible through the support of The New Canaan Community Foundation, local philanthropists Jim and Dede Bartlett, and Waveny LifeCare Network.

About Waveny LifeCare Network

With over 50 years of service, Waveny LifeCare Network is dedicated to providing a full spectrum of healthcare services, including independent and assisted living, memory care, at-home services, short-term rehabilitation, and hospice care. A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Waveny remains committed to delivering award-winning personalized care, according to Waveny LifeCare Network.

More information, including how to donate to support their mission, is available at www.waveny.org.