Volunteers Going Above & Beyond
In October about 100 families came to Connecticut after the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria and our volunteers stepped up to help.
Current News & Stories
Read about our recent accomplishments and the work of our community partners.
Medicare Savings Program Changes Delayed
The state Department of Social Services today announced that in response to concerns raised by beneficiaries, advocates and legislators, it will slow down the implementation of eligibility reductions in the ‘Medicare Savings Programs’ contained in the bipartisan budget.
Take Action - Changes in the CT Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
In response to concerns raised by beneficiaries, advocates and legislators, the Department of Social Services, will slow down the implementation of eligibility reductions - but the future is still uncertain. Your voice needs to be heard.
Help available for winter heating costs.
Assistance for lower Valley residents is available through TEAM, Inc.
Pen Pals
Eighth graders are getting to know veterans through a pen pal project.
AOASSC Receives National Award
AOASCC's TEARS, Elder Abuse Conference, was selected as an Aging Innovations Award Recipient. Kudos to Dr. Beverly Kidder and her staff in the Aging and Disability Center!
Live Well- Diabetes Self-Management (DSMP) Workshop
DSMP workshop to be held at AOASCC starts September 7th. DSMP workshops are designed for adults who want to take charge of their ongoing health problems and get relief from their pain, fatigue, and other symptoms.
Volunteer with Experience Corps
Currently recruiting tutors! Experience Corps – Greater New Haven is a local affiliate of an award-winning national program that that helps struggling students become great readers.
There's an opening on our PAVE team!
Meet Agnes
Agnes Lowe was just one of the wonderful centenarians we had the opportunity to meet on May 3rd at the annual Centenarian Luncheon.
STOP AGEISM NOW
We need YOU to join our efforts to combat ageism!
What is Older Americans Month?
Since 1963, OAM has been a time to celebrate older Americans, their stories, and their contributions.
Caregiver Workshop Series Announced
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a self-care education program for family caregivers, designed to provide you with tools and strategies to better handle the unique caregiving challenges you face.
State Budget Cuts Could End Programs that Serve Thousands
The Alliance recently surveyed nonprofits and found that the possibility of severe budget cuts could end programs that serve thousands of people and could cost nonprofit employees their jobs.
How to Multiply Money
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a resource to address food insecurity, provide awareness to the benefits of healthy eating and give seniors the resources they need to purchase nutritious food. Yet, only 2 out of 5 older adults who are eligible for SNAP benefits apply.
Grants to provide community and home-based services available
Are you a non-profit or municipal agency providing services to help individual 60 and over remain independent at home? Applications are now available for grants through the Older Americans Act funding.
AOASCC Hosts Holiday Party
On December 20th, we enjoyed a room full of grandparent-headed families.
Give a Gift that Won't Cost You Anything
Seniors often live on a fixed income, and watch as the cost of living goes up and up and up. There’s an important program available that can help their budgets keep up! More than 4 million seniors use SNAP to help pay for food.
Social Security Administration Announces Increase in Social Security benefits
There will be a cost of living adjustment of .03 for Social Security, and changes to SSI, MSP and the Community Spouse Protection Amount.
IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Refund Delays in 2017
Beginning in 2017, a new law approved by Congress requires the IRS to hold refunds on tax returns claiming the EITC or the ACTC until mid-February.
