Current News & Stories
Read about our recent accomplishments and the work of our community partners.
Support for Family Caregivers
Being a caregiver can be a very rewarding experience, but it can also take an emotional, physical and financial toll. We support caregivers, so they can be the best caregivers possible and provide the care their loved one needs to continue living safely at home.
Why Participate in the Great Give?
The national average of social isolation is 20%, in New Haven County, the rate is 25%. AOASCC staff and volunteers are making a difference everyday in addressing loneliness and isolation.
A Check List for Providing Good Care
This Month Marks a Very Important Anniversary!
Alzheimer’s Association to host annual New England Family Conference
Funding Available through Title III of the Older Americans Act
Letters of Interest are now being accepted for the year beginning October 1, 2022..
Making a Difference
As you are making out your year-end donations, remember AOASCC.
New Program at AOASCC
Volunteers Needed: Chaperone Support
Encouraging, supporting and physically being there for someone who needs that extra help when travelling to and from a medical appointment can make all the difference.
Notice of Public Hearing
Area Plan October 2021-September 2024: Pursuant to the Older Americans Act of 1965, section 316 (a) (3), a public hearing will be held on June 28, 2021 at 10:30 am via Zoom. This hearing is being held for the purpose of outlining the goals, objectives and strategies in to serve the needs of older adults in its region and to address comments.
Learn about Medicare
Join us for an upcoming virtual event on the information you need to make the best decisions when it comes to Medicare.
I'm Vaccinated - Now What?
Join the Connecticut Association of Agencies on Aging for this program tailored to the post-vaccine
?questions and concerns of older adults.
GreatGive 2021
2021 CHOICES New Team Member Online Trainings
If you would like to make a positive difference in the lives of other, here's a great opportunity. Dates for the next CHOICES member trainings have been announced.
COVID-19 Vaccine Email Survey is Not Legitimate
An email that may appear to be coming from Pfizer or Moderna is being sent to people asking them to take a survey in exchange for a reward. This is not a legitimate email.
75+? Schedule Your Vaccine
The CT Department of Public Health is encouraging all residents 75+ to schedule their covid vaccine appointments as soon as possible.
Caregiver Support Group Meeting Online
Caregiving can be so challenging, all consuming and isolating. Get the support you need at the monthly virtual support group meeting every 2nd Tuesday from 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Reminder - Get your flu shot!
Flu shots are covered by Medicare. The flu can have serious complications, especially for people with diabetes, heart disease, and other medical conditions. Getting your shot can help you stay healthy, protect others, and stop the spread.
