Living At Home
Remaining engaged, staying connected and learning to adapt
Living At Home
Remaining engaged, staying connected and learning to adapt
LiveWell specializes in services and supports to help you thrive at home. Our comprehensive approach offers adaptive strategies, emotional support, meaningful engagement, assistive technology and ongoing planning to address challenges and promote resilience at home.
learning adaptive strategies
LiveWell is the only Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy provider in Connecticut to have a dedicated practice for people living with dementia and their families. Our team of dementia specialists can be trusted to help you develop the adaptive strategies you need to compensate for the cognitive and physical changes experienced with dementia. We work with individuals with dementia, family members and care partners to strengthen retained abilities, promote independence and maximize quality of life.
learning adaptive strategies
LiveWell is the only Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy provider in Connecticut to have a dedicated practice for people living with dementia and their families. Our team of dementia specialists can be trusted to help you develop the adaptive strategies you need to compensate for the cognitive and physical changes experienced with dementia. We work with individuals with dementia, family members and care partners to strengthen retained abilities, promote independence and maximize quality of life.
OCCUPATIONAL
therapy Services
LiveWell’s Occupational Therapists work exclusively with people with dementia and their family members. We assess function and cognition to identify and maximize retained abilities. Evidence based caregiver services including COPE (Care of Persons in Their Environment) and Skills2Care are also available for those struggling with behavioral expressions. Services are offered at LiveWell and to people at home under Medicare and private insurances.
Physician Specialists
& Palliative Care
Accessing a Geriatrician who specializes in dementia can provide clarity and answers for families seeking a diagnosis, managing symptoms, and managing medications. Our Palliative Care Physician can also guide discussions on your goals of care, end of life choices and advance directives. Physician services are offered at LiveWell and to people at home under Medicare and private insurances (fees may apply).
Staying engaged
It is easy to become isolated and disengaged from friends, family and meaningful activities when daily living becomes increasingly challenging. Staying connected and engaged becomes all the more important for both a person living with dementia and their caregivers. LiveWell offers several dignified opportunities for people with dementia and their families to stay connected with others and engaged in meaningful activities. Unique offerings are available for people at various stages of their dementia experience.
In-Person Meet-Ups
LiveWell hosts monthly in-person “Meet-Ups” where we can be social together. These fun gatherings are designed for individuals living with dementia and their care partners. You are responsible for your own expenses (i.e. activities, lunch).
We typically meet on the 4th Tuesdays of every month and often it is over lunch.
These gatherings are not support groups; they are an opportunity to develop supportive friendships. And have some fun!
memory cafes
A monthly social gathering for people living at home with their spouses, partners and families. Cafes provide an opportunity to meet with others who can relate to your experience in a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. LiveWell’s Memory Cafe includes a light meal and an activity for all to enjoy. Register for upcoming cafes on our Events/Workshops page or by calling 860-628-9000.
COUNSELING & EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Adjusting to a dementia diagnosis can be emotionally challenging. Left untreated, depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions can add to an already challenging situation. Our Licensed Clinical Social Workers offer specialized counseling services to people living with dementia, family caregivers and friends. Specialty groups include MBCT (mindfulness based cognitive therapy) and MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction). Services are offered at LiveWell and to people at home under Medicare and private insurances.
COUNSELING & EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
Adjusting to a dementia diagnosis can be emotionally challenging. Left untreated, depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions can add to an already challenging situation. Our Licensed Clinical Social Workers offer specialized counseling services to people living with dementia, family caregivers and friends. Specialty groups include MBCT (mindfulness based cognitive therapy) and MBSR (mindfulness based stress reduction). Services are offered at LiveWell and to people at home under Medicare and private insurances.
