New Canaan Inn sits at 73 Oenoke Ridge in New Canaan, CT, and joins the Waveny LifeCare Network, which helps folks across all stages of aging, so people can get independent senior living, assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia, respite, hospice, or even support in their own homes, and they've got everything under one roof, which makes for a calmer move if a resident's needs change over time. There's a community of 41 private apartments-some are studios and some are one-bedrooms-so folks can pick the space that works best for them, and the apartments come with safety features like emergency call systems and fire alarms, and there's 24-hour staff for response and support. The place feels friendly, with a small, family-like setting, and the staff focuses on helping residents stay independent, healthy, and respected while offering help with things like bathing, dressing, taking medicine, and handling basic needs.
The staff runs music programs, invites visiting lecturers from The Teaching Company, and puts on group events like exercise, word games, library activities, senior skits, and crosswords, plus there's bingo and regular clubs, so most everyone can find a pastime. Folks get daily chef-prepared meals in a bright dining room, with snacks and conversation usually easy to come by, and they run celebrations and events that involve families and make the place feel busy and lively. There's an in-house salon, cable TV, phone access, parking for residents, and even raised beds so you can garden in the courtyard if you want some fresh air or dirt under the fingernails.
New Canaan Inn allows pets, has free transportation around town for errands and outings, and runs a three-month "trial" residency if someone wants to try living there without long-term commitment, and they welcome respite care for short-term stays to give full-time caregivers a break, plus they provide hospice support when needed. You'll find volunteers-called "Friends of The Inn"-who come in to help with activities like piano playing, gardening, or taking folks shopping. There's laundry and housekeeping, linen service, and all-day security so the building's safe, and the on-site health care is always nearby or just a quick trip away at Waveny Care Center, which provides skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, and care that accepts Medicare and Medicaid. They're close to local medical offices and town attractions, and the setting is meant for seniors who want some independence but know extra care is available if ever needed. Folks choose New Canaan Inn because it covers a wide range of senior care, feels welcoming, supports active living, and sits in a convenient spot-sometimes the little touches, like music, gardening, or a safe walk around the courtyard, make all the difference.
