PAWTUCKET, R.I. (November 19, 2018)—In celebration of National Family Caregivers Month, Ageless Innovation LLC, a company devoted to developing fun and engaging products for older adults, and The Kroger Co., announced a program offering special edition Joy for All Companion Pets with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Alzheimer’s Association, a voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. The program will run through the end of 2018.
Joy for All Companion Pets are life-like, animatronic, interactive pets that are uniquely designed to provide meaningful experiences for aging loved ones and their families. The special edition pets, available exclusively at 250 Kroger’s Pharmacies nationwide, will feature information and advice for caregivers provided by the Alzheimer’s Association. The program will feature the Joy for All Companion Cat ($99), available in a variety of colors, and Pup ($119).
“We have received countless testimonials on the positive impact our Joy for All Companion Pets have had on aging loved ones experiencing loneliness, isolation and cognitive decline," said Ted Fischer, CEO, Ageless Innovations. "This partnership exemplifies our commitment to bring happiness and play to older adults and their families everywhere.”
“The Alzheimer’s Association greatly appreciates the efforts of Ageless Innovation and Kroger in the fight against Alzheimer’s,” said Donna McCullough, chief development officer for the Alzheimer’s Association. “The proceeds from this campaign will allow us to advance research efforts while enhancing care and support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s.”
Kroger Health President Colleen Lindholz added, “Our vision at Kroger Health is to help people live heathier lives. Not only physically, but also emotionally. Our partnership with Joy for All allows us to bring an uplifting experience into the lives of the Companion Pet owners, and for their families as well.”
For a full list of Kroger Pharmacy locations participating in the Ageless Innovation program, please visit: joyforall.com/pages/kroger.
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