Cardinal Gerontology

01/04/2023

Complimentary Reiki to Increase Calm and Feel Connected in 2023! A few spots available for older adults & paid or family caregivers (Simsbury CT & Surrounding Towns Independent & Assisted Living)

03/31/2020

415.750.411 I Stay Home For… and protect the health of our older loved ones! Who do you stay home for? Share these images and tag us (see below for our usernames) and add hashtags so we can see that what post! ...

03/16/2020

The Clinical Command Central Phone Number in CT for Covid19 testing via Hartford Healthcare is 860-972-8100. Only call if you have true medical need. Criteria for testing will be explained. Critically ill & medical professionals are prioritized. The testing roll-out is taking longer than is advertised on radio & TV. Please be prepared with questions when you get through. I anticipate opening Cardinal Gerontology (NON-medical) with limited services which will be mostly social / emotional support, referrals to local services, food & pharmacy delivery. My services resume Friday March 27, 2020 for essential errands only. Emotional support by old fashioned phone as well as Facetime beginning Monday March 23, 2020. Starting next Monday, New clients please call M-F 11am - 2pm. Former & current clients may call between 9am & 5pm. Some time slots will be free & dedicated to low or no cost delivery if you’re home is on my travel route as I am able for those with financial hardship. At this time to avoid unnecessary banking, cash or credit card is preferred because some bank branch closures are anticipated unless you are an existing client who may still present checks until further notice. Small businesses like mine are making adjustments as quickly as possible. Price adjusted lower if requested, no questions asked. Please realize the demand will grow over time, so patience during this time is essential. Volunteers and workers in the field are putting themselves at risk during this time. I will be using an N 95 mask, will be sanitizing & doing everything I possibly can to keep the items I deliver to you safe but I am relying on the diligence of pharmacy & grocery stores to do their part.  I am not starting delivery until March 27 due to my self imposed 14 day quarantine so that clients feel safe with services. This decision although financially impactful I felt necessary to keep safety a top priority. I will not be transporting clients in the car because the goal is to reduce risk. If you are critically ill, please call 911 but make every effort to avoid the hospital & injury. If over 65 or having mobility issues- don’t do stairs & wear your medical alert device if you live alone. Don’t drive risking an accident unnecessarily. Charge your phone. Implement social distancing. I am offering phone check-ins daily via FaceTime or regular phone calls to ask questions or be directed to other local services and this time is being offered free of charge unless you wish to establish a standard appointment. Again, existing and former clients will receive priority. Cardinal Gerontology is one person- non- medical & I do not accept insurance. It’s just me😉If my voicemail is full please allow time for me to catch up or call social services in your town. I will be seeing requests in this order 1) text 860-967-9298 2)Phone calls/please give information with your name, phone # and need & Email for non- urgent matters Please! cardinalgerontology@gmail.comStay safe 💛 Katherine Cardinal

09/14/2019

What rolling walker do you like best after knee or hip replacement surgery? Asking for my mom & my clients. Thank you. Private message any negatives please and thanks 🙏 😊 https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.aginginplace.org/best-walkers-with-seats-rollators-with-seats/amp/

Having a rollator or walker with a seat can make life easier. Learn more about rollators with seats and find the best one for your situation in this review.

07/19/2019

A great way for seniors & busy people to downsize & declutter but still preserve memories 💛

07/08/2019

Cardinal Gerontology is located in Simsbury - a town increasing its modeling of kindness with diversity and inclusion for LGBTQ senior citizens and people of all ages. Let’s KEEP the crosswalk as a symbol and reminder that we are a welcoming community 💛

A colorful Simsbury crosswalk is catching the eyes of drivers and joggers along Ironhouse Boulevard.

01/31/2019

Memory care article from a grad school friend- excellent for those with aging relatives C.G. incorporates the happiness factor 😃

Our team gerontologist Debby Dodds shares some insights from her experiences as a family caregiver and explains the importance of building a care team to support people living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

07/13/2018

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06/10/2018

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03/05/2018

Thanks to the Simsbury Chamber of Commerce and everyone who joined us for the Ribbon Cutting! Smiles all around...

03/05/2018