Connecticut · How-To Guide
How do I find and access senior services?
Area Agency on Aging (AAA) - regional level / Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services - ADS (state level) / Town Senior Center (local level)
Details
What you need to know
Fee
Most services free or on sliding scale based on income
ONLINE OPTION: Yes - portal.ct.gov/ads; 211ct.org; myCTcare.org (benefits enrollment)
WHERE TO GO: Regional Area Agency on Aging; town Senior Center; 2-1-1 Connecticut
Online Option
Yes - portal.ct.gov/ads; 211ct.org; myCTcare.org (benefits enrollment)
Where to Go
Regional Area Agency on Aging; town Senior Center; 2-1-1 Connecticut
Connecticut Notes
Important state-specific details
- Connecticut Homecare Program for Elders (CHCPE): Connecticut's major Medicaid-funded home care program - allows qualifying seniors to receive care at home rather than in a nursing facility; apply through DSS at (855) 626-6632.
- CHOICES (Medicare counseling): free, unbiased Medicare help available through Connecticut's 5 AAAs - call (800) 994-9422 or contact your local AAA.
- Connecticut Renter's Rebate Program: low-income renters age 65+ or totally disabled may receive a rebate of a portion of rent paid as a property tax adjustment - apply through town's Social Services department or tax assessor by October 1.
- Senior Tax Freeze and Relief programs: many Connecticut towns offer local property tax relief for seniors - contact your Town Assessor; programs vary significantly by town.
- Adult Protective Services (APS): report elder abuse or neglect at (888) 385-4225 (APS 24-hour hotline).
Official Source
State office contact
State Office
Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services - portal.ct.gov/ads | (860) 424-5274; 2-1-1 Connecticut: dial 211; CHOICES: (800) 994-9422; APS: (888) 385-4225