The Kiwanis Club of Wilton is the longest established service organization in Wilton, CT. We support organizations in need, with an emphasis on children. We raise funds, distribute contributions, and lead community building service activities to enhance our Town and surrounding areas. Through a common sense of purpose and meaningful service lasting friendships are formed. And, we make Wilton a better place to live and work.
About Rock n’ Rescue! Rock n’ Rescue is a 501c3 non profit located soon in Bedford Hills NY – they specialize in rescuing pets (mostly cats and dogs) to rescue people. They offer off site and on site therapy programs for all ages. LIVE. LOVE. ROCK. ADOPT
Join RVNAhealth’s Gigi Weiss, MSPT, Senior Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services and Danielle Taibi, MOTR/L, CDP, CADDCT, Occupational Therapist/Dementia Specialist — both Certified Dementia Practitioners — for a comprehensive explanation and discussion on dementia.
Whether caring for a loved one, or simply interested in learning more about dementia, this presentation will provide valuable insights. Gain a deeper understanding of the different symptoms and stages and discover coping techniques that can be implemented during the early stages of the disease.
Recognize when professional assistance and intervention are necessary and acquire strategies to make the associated challenges more manageable. This presentation will provide a roadmap to navigate the twists and turns of the dementia journey, making it a less intimidating path to tread.
Gigi Weiss, MSPT
Senior Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
As director of rehabilitation services, Georgette “Gigi” Gugliotta Weiss, MSPT, CDP, CKTP, oversees both RVNAhealth’s in-home care and outpatient rehabilitation therapists. In this role, she supports our clinicians in the field, manages the RVNAhealth Rehabilitation & Wellness Center (our in-house rehabilitation center), and works closely with the rest of the management team to ensure that operations are running smoothly.
Gigi has extensive experience working in acute care, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient services at Norwalk Hospital. After seven years at a local outpatient physical therapy center, she joined RVNAhealth as a per diem home care therapist, and in 2010 was promoted to her current position.
“When I first started with RVNA, we served only about 10 towns and had a staff of seven therapists,” she says. “Now, we serve nearly 30 towns, and we have more than 30 therapists providing both in-home care and outpatient rehabilitation. We strive to be forward-thinking and keep up with the ever-changing healthcare market.”
Gigi earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from Muhlenberg College and a master’s degree in physical therapy from New York Medical College. A Ridgefield native and resident, she and her husband and two sons are avid baseball/softball players and skiers and love watching football.
Danielle Taibi, MOTR/L, CDP, CADDCT
Occupational Therapist/Dementia Specialist
Danielle Taibi joined RVNAhealth in 2014 as an occupational therapist evaluating and treating patients in their homes as well as in Assisted Living Facilities. She became a certified dementia practitioner (CDP) as the need for specific skills became evident. She then took a position as a home health aide supervisor at RVNAhealth to deepen her understanding of the caregiving needs of those with chronic conditions including dementia. In this role she performed home assessments, recommended equipment to enhance safety and created care plans for private aides to follow when working with clients requiring various levels of assistance including those on hospice. Danielle became certified as an Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer and along with Gigi Weiss, Director of Community Services, began to train and certify staff including clinicians, nurses, and aides. She has returned to treating with a specialty in dementia care and has now extended her training classes to the community and to Assisted Living staff. Most recently, she was instrumental in developing a dementia series offered to the community currently taking place at RVNAhealth.
Prior to RVNAhealth, Danielle worked at the renowned Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in Westchester as well as the Burke affiliated sub-acute rehab at United Hebrew. She and her husband then moved to Connecticut and Danielle spent several years treating at Bethel Health Center.
Danielle is an energized and compassionate advocate for patients and their caregivers. “The most rewarding part of my job is being part of individuals’ lives as they face profound choices and providing the best support possible during this time.”
She continues to be excited for the future at RVNAhealth. “The company is progressive and deeply committed to our patients and clients. RVNAhealth continues to employ more innovative ways to address the health of our communities. This includes educating staff and community caregivers so that they can meet the challenges we face in dementia care. I’m proud to be a part of that.”
A resident of Ridgefield, CT, Danielle obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts (theater) degree from Syracuse University, and a Master of Science (occupational therapy) from Mercy College. She uses her background in the arts to connect with her clients. She is certified and licensed as an Occupational Therapist, a Dementia Certified Practitioner, and an Alzheimer’s Dementia Certified Trainer through NCCDP.
Join us for spontaneous laughter with a performance by Wilton High School's improv troupe, Freeplay, directed by WHS English teacher and Second City Conservatory alumni Heather DeLude and improv comedy professional and ComedySportz NYC owner Glenn Packman. With a cast and crew of over fifty students, there is something for everyone in Freeplay! Now in its eleventh year, Freeplay is a structured improvisational performance similar to the popular television show Whose Line is it Anyways? Students spend weeks preparing only to never really know what will tickle the funny bone until they have an audience. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend this festival fest of fun based on your suggestions! There just might be the next Amy Poehler or Steve Carrell in the mix!
Rock n' Rescue is a 501c3 non profit located soon in Bedford Hills NY - they specialize in rescuing pets (mostly cats and dogs) to rescue people. They offer off site and on site therapy programs for all ages.
Jenn is a graduate of Trinity College (CT) where she earned a BA in Women's Studies and Public Policy. While at Trinity, she was captain of the Women's Rowing Team and First Team-All American. Jenn has 16 years of non-profit fundraising experience in secondary and higher education. Jenn joined Filling in the Blanks as the first ever Director of Development in January 2024. She is excited to continue to build a culture of philanthropy and is passionate about making a lasting impact in our communities.
At Filling in the Blanks, we believe no child should have to worry about their next meal. We exist to break the cycle of poverty so that children can lead full, safe, and healthy lives. We aim to reduce the stigma around seeking help and to alleviate hunger by raising awareness about food insecurity.
Eleven years ago, Filling in the Blanks started as a simple program- to provide children in need with nutritious meals on the weekends. In an effort to remove barriers, we deliver food directly to the schools, after school programs, and camps. What began as a small operation with 50 children in one school in Stamford has grown to delivering meals to 8,400 children at over 220 schools across Fairfield and Westchester Counties every weekend.
Kiwanis Club of Wilton CT
Kiwanis Club of Wilton CT
The Kiwanis Club of Wilton is the longest established service organization in Wilton, CT. We support organizations in need, with an emphasis on children. We raise funds, distribute contributions, and lead community building service activities to enhance our Town and surrounding areas. Through a common sense of purpose and meaningful service lasting friendships are formed. And, we make Wilton a better place to live and work.
Club News
Guest Speakers
Juli Cialone – Rock N’ Rescue
Presentation Title
“Rock n’ Rescue – How a tiny rescue makes a HUGE community Impact”
Date & Time
Wednesday – May 8th, 2024 – 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM
Location
Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex
WEPCO – 48 New Canaan Road Wilton, CT, 06897
About Rock n’ Rescue
About Rock n’ Rescue!
Rock n’ Rescue is a 501c3 non profit located soon in Bedford Hills NY – they specialize in rescuing pets (mostly cats and dogs) to rescue people. They offer off site and on site therapy programs for all ages. LIVE. LOVE. ROCK. ADOPT
Learn more: https://rnrpets.org/
Guest Performance
by Wilton High School’s improv troupe, Freeplay
May 1st 2024
Full Event Pictures Link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/HE2TdGhbTiNoUXqq7
Presentation Title
“Improv troupe, Freeplay“
Date & Time
Wednesday – May 1st, 2024 – 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM
Location
Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex WEPCO
48 New Canaan Road Wilton, CT, 06897
To Learn more visit https://www.wiltonhighschooltheatre.com/
or Contact
Heather DeLude (she/ her/ hers)
English & Theater Arts Teacher
English Department Co-Instructional Leader
Freeplay Improv Director
April 2024 Food Drive Updated Total: $12,476 benefit to the food Pantry
April 26th – 28th
Full Event Pictures: https://photos.app.goo.gl/DL7rsh6KFXWUC2B37
Guest Speakers
Gigi Weiss & Danielle Taibi
Full Event Pictures Link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/gb4AtfMsHBsf22nR7
Presentation Title
“Helping You Meet the Dementia Challenge”
Date & Time
Wednesday – April 24th, 2024 – 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM
Location
Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex WEPCO
48 New Canaan Road Wilton, CT, 06897
About Gigi Weiss & Danielle Taibi
Join RVNAhealth’s Gigi Weiss, MSPT, Senior Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services and Danielle Taibi, MOTR/L, CDP, CADDCT, Occupational Therapist/Dementia Specialist — both Certified Dementia Practitioners — for a comprehensive explanation and discussion on dementia.
Whether caring for a loved one, or simply interested in learning more about dementia, this presentation will provide valuable insights. Gain a deeper understanding of the different symptoms and stages and discover coping techniques that can be implemented during the early stages of the disease.
Recognize when professional assistance and intervention are necessary and acquire strategies to make the associated challenges more manageable. This presentation will provide a roadmap to navigate the twists and turns of the dementia journey, making it a less intimidating path to tread.
Gigi Weiss, MSPT
Senior Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
As director of rehabilitation services, Georgette “Gigi” Gugliotta Weiss, MSPT, CDP, CKTP, oversees both RVNAhealth’s in-home care and outpatient rehabilitation therapists. In this role, she supports our clinicians in the field, manages the RVNAhealth Rehabilitation & Wellness Center (our in-house rehabilitation center), and works closely with the rest of the management team to ensure that operations are running smoothly.
Gigi has extensive experience working in acute care, acute rehabilitation, and outpatient services at Norwalk Hospital. After seven years at a local outpatient physical therapy center, she joined RVNAhealth as a per diem home care therapist, and in 2010 was promoted to her current position.
“When I first started with RVNA, we served only about 10 towns and had a staff of seven therapists,” she says. “Now, we serve nearly 30 towns, and we have more than 30 therapists providing both in-home care and outpatient rehabilitation. We strive to be forward-thinking and keep up with the ever-changing healthcare market.”
Gigi earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from Muhlenberg College and a master’s degree in physical therapy from New York Medical College. A Ridgefield native and resident, she and her husband and two sons are avid baseball/softball players and skiers and love watching football.
Danielle Taibi, MOTR/L, CDP, CADDCT
Occupational Therapist/Dementia Specialist
Danielle Taibi joined RVNAhealth in 2014 as an occupational therapist evaluating and treating patients in their homes as well as in Assisted Living Facilities. She became a certified dementia practitioner (CDP) as the need for specific skills became evident. She then took a position as a home health aide supervisor at RVNAhealth to deepen her understanding of the caregiving needs of those with chronic conditions including dementia. In this role she performed home assessments, recommended equipment to enhance safety and created care plans for private aides to follow when working with clients requiring various levels of assistance including those on hospice. Danielle became certified as an Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer and along with Gigi Weiss, Director of Community Services, began to train and certify staff including clinicians, nurses, and aides. She has returned to treating with a specialty in dementia care and has now extended her training classes to the community and to Assisted Living staff. Most recently, she was instrumental in developing a dementia series offered to the community currently taking place at RVNAhealth.
Prior to RVNAhealth, Danielle worked at the renowned Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in Westchester as well as the Burke affiliated sub-acute rehab at United Hebrew. She and her husband then moved to Connecticut and Danielle spent several years treating at Bethel Health Center.
Danielle is an energized and compassionate advocate for patients and their caregivers. “The most rewarding part of my job is being part of individuals’ lives as they face profound choices and providing the best support possible during this time.”
She continues to be excited for the future at RVNAhealth. “The company is progressive and deeply committed to our patients and clients. RVNAhealth continues to employ more innovative ways to address the health of our communities. This includes educating staff and community caregivers so that they can meet the challenges we face in dementia care. I’m proud to be a part of that.”
A resident of Ridgefield, CT, Danielle obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts (theater) degree from Syracuse University, and a Master of Science (occupational therapy) from Mercy College. She uses her background in the arts to connect with her clients. She is certified and licensed as an Occupational Therapist, a Dementia Certified Practitioner, and an Alzheimer’s Dementia Certified Trainer through NCCDP.
Club Calendar
May 2024
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Join us for a performance by Wilton High School's improv troupe, Freeplay
•Join us for a performance by Wilton High School's improv troupe, Freeplay
May 1, 2024 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Wepco, 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897, USA
Presentation Title: "Wilton High School's improv troupe, Freeplay"
Date: May 1st, 2024 - 12:15pm to 1:30pm
Location: Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex
WEPCO- 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897
Join us for spontaneous laughter with a performance by Wilton High School's improv troupe, Freeplay, directed by WHS English teacher and Second City Conservatory alumni Heather DeLude and improv comedy professional and ComedySportz NYC owner Glenn Packman. With a cast and crew of over fifty students, there is something for everyone in Freeplay! Now in its eleventh year, Freeplay is a structured improvisational performance similar to the popular television show Whose Line is it Anyways? Students spend weeks preparing only to never really know what will tickle the funny bone until they have an audience. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend this festival fest of fun based on your suggestions! There just might be the next Amy Poehler or Steve Carrell in the mix!
See more details
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Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
•Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
May 7, 2024 9:30 am - 10:30 am
We collect grocery donations from Village Market and Stop&Shop and transport them to the Food Pantry at Comstock Community Center.
Click here to Sign up
Contact Wilton Kiwanis Club if you have any questions
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Guest Speaker: Juli Cialone - Rock N’ Rescue - Rock N’ Rescue
•Guest Speaker: Juli Cialone - Rock N’ Rescue - Rock N’ Rescue
May 8, 2024 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Guest Speaker: Juli Cialone - Rock N’ Rescue
Presentation Title: “Rock n' Rescue - How a tiny rescue makes a HUGE community Impact"
Date: Wednesday– May 8th, 2024 - 12:15pm to 1:30pm
Location: Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex
WEPCO- 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897
About Rock n' Rescue!
Rock n' Rescue is a 501c3 non profit located soon in Bedford Hills NY - they specialize in rescuing pets (mostly cats and dogs) to rescue people. They offer off site and on site therapy programs for all ages.
LIVE. LOVE. ROCK. ADOPT
See more details
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Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
•Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
May 14, 2024 9:30 am - 10:30 am
We collect grocery donations from Village Market and Stop&Shop and transport them to the Food Pantry at Comstock Community Center.
Click here to Sign up
Contact Wilton Kiwanis Club if you have any questions
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Guest Speaker Toni Boucher and Check Presentation
•Guest Speaker Toni Boucher and Check Presentation
May 15, 2024 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Guest Speaker Toni Boucher and Check Presentation
Check Presentation to Toni for the Kiwanis gift of American flags on the town center lampposts
Date: Wednesday– May 15th, 2024 - 12:15pm to 1:30pm
Location: Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex
Wepco, 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897
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Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
•Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
May 21, 2024 9:30 am - 10:30 am
We collect grocery donations from Village Market and Stop&Shop and transport them to the Food Pantry at Comstock Community Center.
Click here to Sign up
Contact Wilton Kiwanis Club if you have any questions
See more details
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Guest Speaker: Jackie Algon from Pollinator Pathway
•Guest Speaker: Jackie Algon from Pollinator Pathway
May 22, 2024 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Wepco, 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897, USA
Guest Speaker: Jackie Algon from Pollinator Pathway
Date: Wednesday– May 22nd, 2024 - 12:15pm to 1:30pm
Location: Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex
WEPCO, 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897
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Pancake Breakfast Setup
•Pancake Breakfast Setup
May 26, 2024 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Please sign up to help us run the annual Pancake Breakfast held at the Wilton Congregational Church on Memorial Day Monday May 27
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D44ACAA23A5FB6-49336697-pancake
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Pancake Breakfast
•Pancake Breakfast
May 27, 2024 8:00 am - 10:30 am
Please sign up to help us run the annual Pancake Breakfast held at the Wilton Congregational Church on Memorial Day Monday May 27
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0D44ACAA23A5FB6-49336697-pancake
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Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
•Transport Donations from Village Market/Stop&Shop to Food Pantry
May 28, 2024 9:30 am - 10:30 am
We collect grocery donations from Village Market and Stop&Shop and transport them to the Food Pantry at Comstock Community Center.
Click here to Sign up
Contact Wilton Kiwanis Club if you have any questions
See more details
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Guest Speaker: Jenn Mason - Filling in the blanks
•Guest Speaker: Jenn Mason - Filling in the blanks
May 29, 2024 12:15 pm - 1:30 pm
Guest Speaker: Jenn Mason - Filling in the blanks
Presentation Title: "Filling in the Blanks- Fighting Childhood Hunger One Meal at a Time"
Date: Wednesday– May 29th, 2024 - 12:15pm to 1:30pm
Location: Wilton Episcopal/Presbyterian Church Complex
WEPCO- 48 New Canaan Rd, Wilton, CT 06897
About Filling in the blanks
Jenn is a graduate of Trinity College (CT) where she earned a BA in Women's Studies and Public Policy. While at Trinity, she was captain of the Women's Rowing Team and First Team-All American. Jenn has 16 years of non-profit fundraising experience in secondary and higher education. Jenn joined Filling in the Blanks as the first ever Director of Development in January 2024. She is excited to continue to build a culture of philanthropy and is passionate about making a lasting impact in our communities.
At Filling in the Blanks, we believe no child should have to worry about their next meal. We exist to break the cycle of poverty so that children can lead full, safe, and healthy lives. We aim to reduce the stigma around seeking help and to alleviate hunger by raising awareness about food insecurity.
Eleven years ago, Filling in the Blanks started as a simple program- to provide children in need with nutritious meals on the weekends. In an effort to remove barriers, we deliver food directly to the schools, after school programs, and camps. What began as a small operation with 50 children in one school in Stamford has grown to delivering meals to 8,400 children at over 220 schools across Fairfield and Westchester Counties every weekend.
See more details
Food Donation Transport to the Wilton Food Pantry
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