Current News & Stories

Read about our recent accomplishments and the work of our community partners.

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A Packed House

10/16/2015

Over 300 professionals from across the state of Connecticut gathered in North Haven at the TEARS™ Elder Abuse Conference on October 15th.

Join the Conversation

10/15/2015

Ageism is an often overlooked barrier that exists across most communities in the US. Help AOASCC create a culture that celebrates life experiences and achievements of older adults.

Men who are Caregivers

10/6/2015

The Orchard House in Branford is offering a support group designed just for men.

CT Asset Building Collaborative Announces Fall Conference

10/6/2015

Next Steps in Asset Building in Connecticut

SMP News

10/1/2015

No service or feature can entirely eliminate check fraud. However, measures can be taken to greatly reduce the risk of check tampering or duplication.

AOASCC in the Community

9/30/2015

The Shelton Senior and Health Wellness Fair on September 30th was hosted by Connecticut Legislators, Senator Kevin Kelly and Representatives Ben McGorty and Jason Perillo.

Oral Health Care – Facts You Need to Know Seminars held in New Haven

9/30/2015

The City of New Haven provided these free seminars using Older Americans Act funding received through AOASCC .

Reducing the Risk of Falling

9/24/2015

There is a new program to assist those who are at risk for falls, have fallen or who have had to phone 911 for a list-assist. This program's goal is to help the individual stay safely in their own homes by providing additional, no-cost help from doctors, nurses and paramedics.

CARE Act Passes

9/15/2015

The CARE (Caregiver Advise, Record and Enable) Act was developed by the AARP to help to ensure caregivers receive the information and training they need to care for their loved ones returning home from the hospital.

The Edith G. Prague Compassionate Caregiver Award For Innovative Dementia Caregiving

9/14/2015

Nominations are being solicited for this award that was designed to acknowledge the selfless sacrifices that caregivers make every day to provide the best care possible.

Connecticut Caregiver Resource Guide just released by AARP

9/11/2015

AARP developed this guide to help caregivers find needed assistance, connect with others, and take care of themselves.

AmeriCorps VISTA is 50 Years Old

9/3/2015

On July 14 we were proud to join almost 100 supporters from around the state to celebrate the 50th anniversary of AmeriCorps VISTA in Connecticut.

AoASCC is in the game!

8/19/2015

Connecticut Open Volunteers are sponsored by AARP Connecticut this year, so AoASCC had an opportunity to staff a table at the Tennis Open volunteer orientation.

Volunteer & Give Your Brain a Boost!

8/12/2015

"Your enduring brain health is given a real boost when you challenge yourself
by learning new things in new situations."

Go "Back to School"

8/11/2015

This fall, older adults will go “back to school” in area elementary schools once again to help young children learn to read as volunteers with AARP Experience Corps – Greater New Haven.

AoASCC Highlighted in Post-Chronicle

8/10/2015

You’ve worked all your life, like your parents did, to save for a comfortable retirement and perhaps to leave an inheritance to your children. Nowadays, with the cost of living so high, your money is going more quickly than it used to. Will it last?