TEARSTM Annual Elder Abuse Conference
Registration for this class is now closed. More workshops with new dates will be posted soon.
April 9th, 2026
Cielo Facility
8:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
TEARS™ is an invaluable training and support for professionals in the Aging Network addressing elder abuse, fraud, and exploitation. Held annually.
Hoarding & Elder Rights
Registration is limited, so, if you are planning to attend, sign up early.
We have an impressive group of presenters:
David Tolin, Ph.D., ABPP is the Founder and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Institute of Living, and an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine.
Mairead Painter ,Connecticut State Long Term Care Ombudsman.
Alexis Smith, Executive Director of New Haven Legal Assistance Association
Kisha Hull , Program Coordinator, Senior Medicare Patrol, Agency on Aging of South Central CT
AARP Fraud Prevention Program
TEARS Recognition Award for Outstanding Service:
Dorian Long, Director of the Social Work Services Division at the Connecticut Department of Social Services.
CESC PENDING
No registration fee. CEU credits available.