Current News & Stories

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

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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?

Integrated Health Care Program Announced

7/29/2015

AoASCC is pleased to be part of this new initiative offered by the City of New Haven

Spay/Neuter program for pets owned by low-income families

7/13/2015

Low-income families participating in DSS programs can apply for voucher

'The Gift of Caregiving' Receives Outstanding Book Award

7/6/2015

2015 Today's Caregiver™ Friendly Awards Announced

Interview of Dr. Kidder

7/2/2015

Dr. Beverly Kidder was recently interviewed by Georgian Lussier for her program on Wallingford Public Access Television.

Medicare Fraud Costs Taxpayers and the Government

6/30/2015

Read this article shared by our SMP Program.

AARP Foundation Experience Corps and PBS KIDS Collaboration

6/24/2015

This summer AARP Foundation Experience Corps and PBS KIDS are collaborating to help prevent learning loss.

Art of Aging Exhibiton

6/22/2015

Thank you to all who made this exhibit a success!

Recognizing Shelley O'Brien

6/18/2015

Shelley O'Brien, formerly of DSS Elderly Protective Services, was recognized at the recent Interagency Council meeting.

AASCC Receives Grant to Help Older Adults with SNAP

6/5/2015

A $25,000 grant has been received from the National Council on Aging to help seniors with applying for SNAP food assistance.

Need Help Paying for Groceries?

6/5/2015

AASCC offering walk-in assistance at the Cornell Scott Hill Health Center

Supporting Transportation for Older Adults & People with Disabilities

6/1/2015

AASCC awarded a $5,000 grant to the Greater New Haven Transit District Foundation to help fund much needed transportation services throughout the greater New Haven community.