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Connecticut is taking a bold step to better support its aging population by establishing a new Department of Aging and Disability Services—could this be the key to improving the quality of life for older residents?

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Governor establishes Department of Aging and Disability Services to replace former agency
Department of Aging and Disability Services will advocate for older persons' benefits and needs.
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February 17, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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Connecticut is on the brink of a healthcare revolution with Senate Bill 1158, but will it provide enough support for our aging and disabled residents?

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Connecticut Insurance Department outlines funding for healthcare and aging services
Connecticut details fiscal allocations for healthcare advocacy and fall prevention programs.
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February 17, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Discover the causes, symptoms, and prevention of senior isolation and mental health decline. Help aging adults thrive—visit to learn more.

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Understanding Senior Isolation: Mental Health Risks, Symptoms, and Prevention for the Aging Population!
Understand senior isolation, mental health risks, symptoms, causes, treatments, and prevention tips. Learn how to protect elderly well-being today.
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August 3, 2025 at 2:35 PM
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Connecticut is taking a bold step to support Medicare beneficiaries with a new bill that promises better access to health insurance assistance and vital resources.

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Connecticut renews CHOICES health insurance assistance program for Medicare beneficiaries
Connecticut's Department of Aging to administer enhanced CHOICES program for Medicare assistance starting 2026
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February 16, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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The Aging and Disability Resource Center in Milwaukee County is urgently requesting five new positions to tackle a staggering 68,000 service calls, highlighting the critical need for support for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

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Aging and Disability Resource Center requests five new positions to meet rising demand
Director Rebecca Schmidt seeks approval for five new positions at the ADRC in Wisconsin.
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May 7, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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Kenosha County is revolutionizing transportation for older adults and people with disabilities, providing over 32,000 trips a year while introducing a new paratransit provider!

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Kenosha County details paratransit, volunteer and regional medical rides; names new paratransit provider
Kenosha County staff outlined paratransit, volunteer, Link Western and regional medical transportation options for older adults and people with disabilities, described fares and eligibility rules, identified grant funding sources, and named a new paratransit provider while noting early complaints during transition.
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January 16, 2026 at 12:24 AM
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Discover how small amounts of paid home care can significantly lighten the load for family caregivers and improve the quality of life for loved ones at home.

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Alan Serpis outlines home care options and advice for family caregivers
Alan Serpis, founder of a local home‑care agency and Alzheimer's Association board member, told a community audience that modest paid home‑care hours can ease caregiver burden, that Medicare generally doesn't cover routine home care, and that families should plan and vet providers carefully.
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August 29, 2026 at 4:55 AM
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A groundbreaking pilot in Colorado successfully connected four providers and completed 36 out of 56 trip requests for older adults, but now faces a funding setback—what’s next for cross-county travel?

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Regional trip‑exchange pilot reports technical progress but lost expected Stage 2 DOT funding
DRCOG reported that the Trip Exchange hub pilot integrated four providers across six counties, completed 36 of 56 trip requests, and that a planned Stage 2 DOT implementation grant was canceled; staff are seeking alternate funding and proposed a short extension to use remaining Stage 1 funds.
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March 4, 2026 at 4:21 PM
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A groundbreaking national initiative for caregiver support has emerged after two decades, promising to transform how we assist family and kinship caregivers across the country.

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ACL frames National Caregiver Support Collaborative as first national initiative in two decades
Administration for Community Living and US Aging framed the National Caregiver Support Collaborative as the first national-scale caregiver initiative in more than 20 years, linking an updated national strategy, six ACL grants, and an environmental scan that will be published later this year.
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September 3, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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Peletier residents are urged to get older adults and those with disabilities registered for a vital special-needs registry to ensure safety during emergencies.

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Area Agency on Aging urges seniors to join special-needs registry and prepare emergency 'to-go' bags
January Brown, director of the Area Agency on Aging, told commissioners older adults should enroll in Carteret Countys special-needs registry, maintain a 24-hour emergency bag with medications and documentation, and beware of post-storm scams; the registry application is online and takes about two pages to complete.
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August 5, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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Japan's First Association for Lifelong Support Businesses to Hold Online Meeting in August 2026
The first association for lifelong support businesses in Japan will host an online meeting on August 20, 2026, featuring expert discussions.
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July 22, 2026 at 2:57 AM
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Discover how Bright Side Family transformed their Community Begins at Home initiative through innovative survey design and community outreach, amplifying the voices of residents with disabilities.

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Bright Side Family used surveys and local outreach to reshape Teaneck program
Bright Side Family described how the Community Begins at Home initiative used focus groups, partner dissemination and a shorter 13‑question survey to increase participation, inform program pivots and host resource fairs that connected 60 residents with services.
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July 7, 2026 at 1:29 AM
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Jill is leading a pivotal conversation on how to merge recreation and senior services while ensuring vital programs for older adults remain intact.

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Fitchburg committee weighs risks and benefits of merged recreation and senior services
Members of the Commission on Aging spent most of the May 14 meeting weighing a recent merger that created a Recreation and Community Services department: board makeup, preserving senior services (case management, meals), staffing changes, cross-marketing, and when to pursue public rebranding.
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May 17, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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Richland County just secured $5,000 for a new program to help seniors enjoy breakfast together, but the looming threat of measles has everyone on alert.

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Health Department Reports New Funding and Measles Cases at County Meeting
County health director announces $5,000 for congregate site revitalization and monitors measles.
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September 5, 2025 at 6:56 AM
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Richland County is calling for community voices aged 60+ to step up and influence local governance through the Aging and Disability Resource Center advisory group!

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County Board Discusses Filling Vacancy on Committee for Advisory Roles
County board reviews process for electing a member to the advisory committee vacancy.
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August 26, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Dane County is stepping up for its seniors with new funding and safety assessments to create a safer, more supportive community!

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Madison Community Foundation Funds Aging Services Through Grants and Safety Assessments
Madison Community Foundation supports Area Agency on Aging with grants for community projects.
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August 8, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Dunn County's Aging and Disability Resource Center reports stable funding for vital programs like Meals on Wheels, but future uncertainties loom amid political changes.

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Dunn County discusses stability of Older Americans Act funding amid ongoing political changes
Funding levels remain stable for Dunn County programs under the Older Americans Act.
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March 27, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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Community members in Dunn County are redefining connection and support for caregivers and those facing aging challenges with innovative programs that foster joy and camaraderie.

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Colfax Caregiver Programs Expand with Virtual Support and Community Events
Colfax introduces virtual caregiver support and in-person social events for community connection.
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March 27, 2025 at 4:11 AM
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Eau Claire County's Board of Supervisors just passed a contentious resolution urging Congress to protect vital Medicaid funding, but not without heated debates and concerns over its implications.

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County Board approves resolution urging Congress to protect Medicaid funding
Supervisors pass resolution urging Congress against cuts to Medicaid and Older Americans Act.
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February 20, 2025 at 5:44 PM
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A pivotal meeting of the National Alzheimer's Project Act advisory council has set the stage for transformative recommendations to combat Alzheimer's disease and related dementias over the next decade.

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Advisory council convenes to orient new members and map next decade of National Alzheimer's plan
At its first 2026 meeting, the National Alzheimer's Project Act advisory council swore in new non‑federal members, reviewed NAPA's history and structure, and set priorities for research, care, and risk reduction to inform the national plan for the coming decade.
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February 19, 2026 at 9:50 AM
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Amid a proposed $62M budget cut for senior programs, the committee is fighting to ensure vital services for the aging population remain intact and accessible.

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Mayor proposes $62M budget for senior programs amid $2.8M reductions
Mayor's budget supports critical senior services despite proposed funding cuts.
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June 25, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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A powerful call to action for the rights of older persons echoes at the UN, as Austria and Canada lead the charge for a future where aging is celebrated, not sidelined.

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Austria and Canada advocate for older persons' rights at UN high-level meeting
Austria and Canada emphasize global efforts to support aging rights and well-being.
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May 11, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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The District of Columbia's homemaker program is under strain, struggling to meet the rising demand for in-home care services among seniors, leaving many without the support they desperately need.

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DACO addresses workforce shortages impacting homemaker program for seniors
DACO reports rising demand and insufficient care hours for seniors in homemaker program.
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March 27, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Discover how Connecticut is empowering caregivers with essential resources and support for those facing the challenges of dementia.

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Connecticut Paid Leave and state aging services offer respite and supports for caregivers, including those facing dementia
Bureau of Aging staff on The Paid Leave Podcast outlined state supports—from Connecticut Paid Leave eligibility for non‑blood caregivers to a $7,500 respite stipend under the National Family Caregiver Support Program—and pointed listeners to ctpaidleave.org and ct.gov/ctcaregiverguide.
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May 29, 2026 at 4:03 PM
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Rising transportation costs are threatening the viability of adult day centers, with providers urgently calling for a 10% boost in Medicaid reimbursement to keep crucial services running.

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Adult day providers ask for 10% boost and COLA; committee hears transportation costs threaten access
Adult day centers told the Aging Committee that transportation—often up to 20–30% of per‑day costs—has become unsustainable under the current $102 daily reimbursement. Providers urged a 10% increase plus annual cost‑of‑living adjustments in HB 5305 to preserve routes and prevent provider closures.
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February 27, 2026 at 2:40 AM