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Connecticut chapter of the AARP, dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as they age. Includes information on independent living, benefits, transportation and more.
Able Lives is a 10-part series that focuses on disabilities as they relate to family (marriage, children, personal assistants and other aspects of family life); access (housing, transportation, emergency preparedness and facilities); culture; work (self-determination); social aspects; education (early development, inclusion); and science.
Information from the National Park Service regarding accessibility at the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
This department promotes the coordination of resources for persons with disabilities, responds to the needs of persons with disabilities and monitors and takes appropriate actions to ensure compliance with relevant federal, state and local regulations.
A nonprofit organization providing housing, employment assistance, advocacy and support services to people with disabilities.
Contact information for all ILCs in Connecticut. ILCs provide people with disabilities advocacy and support services, including assistance with employment, transportation, housing, health care and living skills.
View a list of links to federal, regional, state and local disability-related emergency management resources in your state.
An Aquarium in Mystic, CT that provides full access for special needs visitors.
A group of individuals that join together with the hopes of improving the lives of people who have been affected by a spinal related injury or disease within the state of Connecticut.
A regional non-profit organization based in Hartford that provides planning and management of funding and advocacy for services to older persons and their caregivers in the North Central Connecticut region.
Provides information and services to the aging population, their families and care providers.
A private, non-profit organization designated as one of five regional Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) for the state of Connecticut. Each AAA is responsible for planning, coordination, advocacy and allocation of funds to social services and nutrition programs designed to meet the the needs of those age 60 and older.
A private, not-for-profit corporation that funds services such as nutrition, in-home, legal, health, adult day care/respite, transportation, senior centers and outreach/social support.
Non-profit organization that provides a variety of services for people with disabilities in Connecticut, including adult day programs, residential homes, supported living and transportation.
Advocates for and enhances independence of individuals with disabilities in Eastern Connecticut by providing community based services and supports.
Works to advance the independence, productivity and full inclusion of people with cerebral palsy and other neuro-muscular disabilities.
A private non-profit organization that receives federal and state funds, which are distributed to adult day care centers, local social services agencies, nutrition and transportation programs. All programs are available to individuals 60 years or older and some services are targeted to frail, low income and/or minority elderly.
Information on programs and services available to seniors in Connecticut. Includes information on transportation, housing, education and health care.
