Waveny LifeCare Network

Waveny LifeCare Network Waveny LifeCare Network provides a comprehensive continuum of care to serve your needs.

Waveny LifeCare Network provides a comprehensive continuum of healthcare to serve the growing needs of seniors from all areas. We offer a progression of therapeutic programs, services and living options to enhance quality of life for those we serve. We seek to provide the highest quality of compassionate, person-centered care in a not-for-profit setting. We are committed to offering services and resources to continually meet and exceed the changing needs of older adults and their families.

Recently, Waveny Inn residents enjoyed a cultural outing to the Katonah Museum of Art, where they explored the Sublime G...
07/25/2025

Recently, Waveny Inn residents enjoyed a cultural outing to the Katonah Museum of Art, where they explored the Sublime Geometries exhibition on loan from the William Louis-Dreyfus Foundation. Engaging in art not only enriches lives but also promotes mental well-being and social interaction among seniors. Waveny LifeCare Network is dedicated to creating opportunities that foster holistic health through cultural experiences.

Thank you to everyone who came to visit the Waveny LifeCare Network table at this weekend's Side Walk Sale in New Canaan...
07/21/2025

Thank you to everyone who came to visit the Waveny LifeCare Network table at this weekend's Side Walk Sale in New Canaan. We enjoyed meeting with you and chatting about Waveny's programs and services. The New Canaan Thrift Shop was also on hand with a wonderful selection of goodies. See you next year!

One of the great things about living at The Inn, Waveny's Independent Living Community is the art program. Local artists...
07/20/2025

One of the great things about living at The Inn, Waveny's Independent Living Community is the art program. Local artists come and hang, show and discuss their work with residents who get to enjoy them for the 6 weeks they are are on display. This show is by Alana Rockland Kogan or North Stamford, CT. Come down and see these wonderful works of art.

Tomorrow is Sidewalk Sale Day in New CanaanCome visit Waveny LifeCare at the 2025 Sidewalk Sale Day in New Canaan, tomor...
07/18/2025

Tomorrow is Sidewalk Sale Day in New Canaan

Come visit Waveny LifeCare at the 2025 Sidewalk Sale Day in New Canaan, tomorrow from 9am-4pm. The Waveny table includes The New Canaan Thrift Shop and will be located at 101 Main Street - in front of The Toy Box. Come for a visit to learn more about Waveny LifeCare and all it offers to seniors in our community. You can also find special deals from the New Canaan Thrift Shop. We hope to see you there!

A Pathway for CNAs to Become Licensed Practical NursesWaveny LifeCare Network is proud to participate in an ambitious an...
07/18/2025

A Pathway for CNAs to Become Licensed Practical Nurses

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 Career Resources, Inc. to develop an innovative, community-based pathway for professional growth in nursing.
This initiative is the result of a 10-month collaboration funded by the Centering Workers in Job Design grant and built on Human-Centered Design principles. Together, this unique coalition is launching a pilot program, set to begin later this year, that will provide working CNAs with structured opportunities to earn LPN credentials and elevate their nursing careers.
Waveny’s leadership in this effort builds on its successful Kathleen M. Fruin, RN Nursing School, which provides free tuition, career mentorship, and immediate job placement. By integrating this new pathway, Waveny is creating a powerful opportunity for caregivers from the moment they enter the healthcare field through their continued professional development. “This initiative is not just about training more nurses,” said Russell R. Barksdale, Jr., President & CEO of Waveny LifeCare Network. “It’s about investing in the people who provide compassionate healthcare every day. By helping students take the next step in their journey, we’re addressing the nursing shortage at its roots and building a stronger, more resilient system of care.”
The program is a model of cross-sector collaboration and a testament to Waveny’s unwavering commitment to people—whether it’s the patients and families they serve or the dedicated professionals who care for them.

A Pathway for CNAs to become Licensed Practical NursesWaveny LifeCare Network is proud to participate in an ambitious an...
07/18/2025

A Pathway for CNAs to become Licensed Practical Nurses

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 Career Resources, Inc. to develop an innovative, community-based pathway for professional growth in nursing.
This initiative is the result of a 10-month collaboration funded by the Centering Workers in Job Design grant and built on Human-Centered Design principles. Together, this unique coalition is launching a pilot program, set to begin later this year, that will provide working CNAs with structured opportunities to earn LPN credentials and elevate their nursing careers.
Waveny’s leadership in this effort builds on its successful Kathleen M. Fruin, RN Nursing School, which provides free tuition, career mentorship, and immediate job placement. By integrating this new pathway, Waveny is creating a powerful opportunity for caregivers from the moment they enter the healthcare field through their continued professional development. “This initiative is not just about training more nurses,” said Russell R. Barksdale, Jr., President & CEO of Waveny LifeCare Network. “It’s about investing in the people who provide compassionate healthcare every day. By helping students take the next step in their journey, we’re addressing the nursing shortage at its roots and building a stronger, more resilient system of care.”
The program is a model of cross-sector collaboration and a testament to Waveny’s unwavering commitment to people—whether it’s the patients and families they serve or the dedicated professionals who care for them.

Exciting News! 🎉Waveny LifeCare Network was proud to take part in a 2-day Design Sprint at New Canaan Library to help cr...
07/17/2025

Exciting News! 🎉
Waveny LifeCare Network was proud to take part in a 2-day Design Sprint at New Canaan Library to help create a new career pathway for CNAs to become LPNs!

In partnership with CT State Norwalk, Open Doors, and Career Resources, Inc., we used a Human-Centered Design approach to co-create solutions that support and empower our healthcare workforce.

This initiative builds on our existing Kathleen M. Fruin, RN Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) School and will offer even more opportunities for our graduates to grow, learn, and thrive in the field of nursing.

👏 Big thanks to everyone who participated—and stay tuned as we pilot this exciting program this fall!

One of the unique aspects of living at The Inn is the artwork that adorns the walls. These are works from local artists ...
07/11/2025

One of the unique aspects of living at The Inn is the artwork that adorns the walls. These are works from local artists that change seasonally. As part of the curated collection, the artist will come and speak to residents about their art - the process they use, the inspiration and other aspects of their work. Right now, we have a large collection of mixed media pieces from artist Meg Le Comte who came to speak to residents about her work this week. Thank you to Meg and all the artists for making the Inn such a beautiful place to live!

New Canaan is filled with rich history. Today, residents from the Inn took a field trip to The John Rogers Studio and Mu...
07/09/2025

New Canaan is filled with rich history. Today, residents from the Inn took a field trip to The John Rogers Studio and Museum just down the street. His studio building is now a National Historic Landmark. John Rogers was a renowned 19th-century American sculptor known as "the people's sculptor". The studio, built in 1878, is now part of the New Canaan Museum and Historical Society and houses a collection of his statuettes. Thank you for your hospitality!

Waveny Inn residents spent yesterday afternoon with Sarah Magrino, daughter of resident Mary Cross, learning the art of ...
07/09/2025

Waveny Inn residents spent yesterday afternoon with Sarah Magrino, daughter of resident Mary Cross, learning the art of flower arranging. She visits Waveny several times a year to share her knowledge and talent. The flower arrangements are given to residents for their apartments and for the dining room for all to enjoy. Thank you Sarah for volunteering and creating such beautiful arrangements with us.

Waveny Inn residents are unstoppable. Whether they are participating in our Monday Walking Club, Yoga on Wednesdays or ...
07/03/2025

Waveny Inn residents are unstoppable. Whether they are participating in our Monday Walking Club, Yoga on Wednesdays or Tai Chi on Thursdays, they stay active and engaged. Our classes at The Inn are open for those who would like to learn more about the activities available at Waveny's Independent Living Community at 73 Oenoke Ridge.

Come on down for a visit. You will want to stay for the lifestyle! For more information, please call (203) 594-5333.

What better way to spend a summer afternoon than having tea with the CEO. Waveny Inn independent living residents spent ...
06/26/2025

What better way to spend a summer afternoon than having tea with the CEO. Waveny Inn independent living residents spent yesterday afternoon with Russell R. Barksdale, Jr., PHD, MPA/MHA, FACHE,
President and CEO of Waveny LifeCare Network. During the event, he shared updates on recent and future updates at the Inn and his vision for the future. Residents and staff were treated to an English style tea with fresh baked goodies like carrot cake and an old fashioned peach and cream cake.

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Waveny LifeCare Network provides a comprehensive continuum of healthcare to serve the growing needs of seniors from all areas. We offer a progression of therapeutic programs, services and living options to enhance quality of life for those we serve. We seek to provide the highest quality of compassionate, person-centered care in a nonprofit setting. We are committed to offering services and resources to continually meet and exceed the changing needs of older adults and their families.