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HONEST, CARING DENTAL EXCELLENCEFULL FAMILY DENTISTRYSAME DAY EMERGENCY VISITSDID YOU KNOW that snoring can kill you?VOTED TOP DENTIST IN Connecticut Magazine FOR 7 YEARS!LIGHTHOUSE DENTAL CARE88 RYDERS LANE STRATFORDConveniently located near the intersection of Route 110 andExit 53 off the Merritt Parkway, in the Ryder’s Landing CenterWE CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO CALL(203) 378-1566SnoringWaking up tired Dry mouth/throatDifficulty concentratingFatigueWeight gainFeeling sleepy during the day IrritabilityMark Samuels, D.M.D.Joseph Jarmon, D.D.S.Joy Cocchiola, D.M.D.We now process insurance for sleep appliances.Call us TODAY for a free consult that may save your life!(Consult regularly $94.00)What are the signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea:Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, but many do. A simple dental appliance can decrease the risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. And, your spouse may sleep better too. HONEST, CARING DENTAL EXCELLENCEFULL FAMILY DENTISTRYSAME DAY EMERGENCY VISITSDID YOU KNOW that snoring can kill you?VOTED TOP DENTIST IN Connecticut Magazine FOR 7 YEARS!LIGHTHOUSE DENTAL CARE88 RYDERS LANE STRATFORDConveniently located near the intersection of Route 110 andExit 53 off the Merritt Parkway, in the Ryder’s Landing CenterWE CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO CALL(203) 378-1566SnoringWaking up tired Dry mouth/throatDifficulty concentratingFatigueWeight gainFeeling sleepy during the day IrritabilityMark Samuels, D.M.D.Joseph Jarmon, D.D.S.Joy Cocchiola, D.M.D.We now process insurance for sleep appliances.Call us TODAY for a free consult that may save your life!(Consult regularly $94.00)What are the signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea:Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, but many do. A simple dental appliance can decrease the risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. And, your spouse may sleep better too. Lighthouse Dental Care complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-203-378-1566 (TTY: 1-203-378-1566). ATENÇÃO: Se fala português, encontram-se disponíveis serviços linguísticos, grátis. Ligue para 1-203-378-1566 (TTY: 1-203-378-1566).HONEST, CARING DENTAL EXCELLENCEFULL FAMILY DENTISTRYSAME DAY EMERGENCY VISITSDID YOU KNOW that snoring can kill you?VOTED TOP DENTIST IN Connecticut Magazine FOR 7 YEARS!LIGHTHOUSE DENTAL CARE88 RYDERS LANE STRATFORDConveniently located near the intersection of Route 110 andExit 53 off the Merritt Parkway, in the Ryder’s Landing CenterWE CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO CALL(203) 378-1566SnoringWaking up tired Dry mouth/throatDifficulty concentratingFatigueWeight gainFeeling sleepy during the day IrritabilityMark Samuels, D.M.D.Joseph Jarmon, D.D.S.Joy Cocchiola, D.M.D.We now process insurance for sleep appliances.Call us TODAY for a free consult that may save your life!(Consult regularly $94.00)What are the signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea:Not everyone who snores has sleep apnea, but many do. A simple dental appliance can decrease the risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. And, your spouse may sleep better too. 5

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LOCAL BUSINESSES AND SERVICESFind the products and services that you need. 27 Professionals, Businesses and Services 33 Caregivers, Residential Facilities and Rehabilitation Facilities 44 Legal, Insurance, Real Estate, Mortgages/Reverse Mortgages and Financial Professionals 47 Cemeteries and Funeral HomesARTICLES 8 COVER STORY: Houses With Many Stories . . . Some historic residences in Upper Fairfield County 14 ABLE Accounts 16 Keep an Eye on Your Purse! 18 Variable Medicare Premiums 19 Ask the Senior GO TO Guide Advisor 20 Guide to Rehabilitation Service Providers 22 Retirement Life: Rent or Own? 23 Social Security in 2017 24 Preserving Family Memories: Linking Past, Present and Future 34 Area Hospitals and Their Services for Seniors 48 Salute Our Veterans!Table of ContentsFor advertising info: Contact Gail Darrow toll free at 1-888-818-1232 or gdarrow@seniorgotoguide.comThe Senior GO TO Guide Resource Directory is published annually by the Merrill Anderson Co., Inc., 1166 Barnum Ave., Stratford, CT 06614. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in the Guide is correct, but the publisher or its employees cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or damages or losses caused directly or indirectly by the information. © 2017 Merrill Anderson Co., Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be copied or transmitted in any manner without written permission of the Publisher.GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND RESOURCESYour community offers a wide range of services especially for seniors.The older we get, the happier we areAlthough the reasons might not always be clear, research regularly points out the perspective and “wisdom” that comes from life experience. In other words, we’ve earned it!We are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Senior GO TO Guide. Thanks to our loyal readers and our many great advertisers, the Guide has grown to be the top resource for seniors in Fairfield County.We are blessed with having many of the best companies, service providers and professionals in the area as advertisers and sponsors of the Guide. They stand ready to help, so please call on them whenever they can be of assistance.Cheers!Thomas GerrityPublishertgerrity@seniorgotoguide.com To start or to make changes to your free subscription, please e-mail us at tgerrity@seniorgotoguide.com or call us at 1-888-818-1232.49 Bridgeport50 Easton52 Fairfield55 Monroe57 Shelton59 Stratford61 Trumbull62 Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging63 Connecticut Health and Service Organizations63 National Health and Service Organizations65 Index6Cover story photo credits can be found on page 66.Thank you for your support!

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Trumbull: Ephraim Hawley House, 2944 Nichols Avenue (Front view on front cover; rear view here.)If this house could talk, it might boast of many things. One would be the fact that, constructed in the late 17th century, it is the oldest house extant in the historic area of Trumbull known as Nichols. The Nichols Farms Historic District there cur-rently has 81 buildings. Ephraim Hawley, who built the house, was one of the first settlers to arrive in the area. The extended Hawley family over the years became prominent in Connecticut political, mili-tary and business affairs. The house could also brag about its architectural evolution from “Cape Cod cottage” style through three additions that made it into a classic saltbox-style farmhouse. Many original architectural details remain preserved in the privately owned home. The house could also point out the unique fact that it has been located in four different named townships in its history but has never been moved from its original location. Shifting boundaries make up that story. Stratford: Captain David Judson House, 967 Academy Hill RoadThis house in the Georgian style was mostly constructed in 1723, but it was built on the stone foundation and incorporates the huge central stone chimney of the original house built on the site by David Judson’s great-grandfather in 1639. The 1639 date would give the house bragging rights to the title of second-oldest house in Connecticut. It could also brag about its “broken scroll” pediment entryway, which is one of the finest in the state. Bragging, however, would be replaced by sadness over the fact that the house’s cellar was used as slave quarters in the 18th century. The house remained in the Judson family until 1888. In 1920 it was willed to the Stratford Historical Society, which has furnished it with notable period pieces. Located in the Stratford Center Historic District, the Judson House is operated in conjunction with the office, research library and Catherine B. Mitchell Museum of the Stratford Historical Society. House and Museum tour hours: June-Sept., Wed. and Sun., noon-4 p.m.; Oct., Sun., noon-4 p.m. Society and Museum office hours: Tues. and Thurs., year-round, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Info: 203-378-0630. Shelton: Brownson House, 70 Ripton RoadThe Shelton Historical Society says that the Brownson House “while not the oldest in the city nor the fanciest, nevertheless has a story worth telling.” The house and the other structures on its site—a farm barn, a carriage barn, a one-room schoolhouse, a corncrib and even an outhouse!—were saved by the Society from destruction, moved from their traditional sites to the current site, and developed into the Shelton History Center. The Center’s collections and programs trace Shelton’s evolution over the years from its early European settlement through its agricultural period and into the industrial 20th century. The house itself is a two-story structure built in the 1820s and incorporates both Federal and Greek Revival elements. The house eventually was acquired by Harry Booth Brownson, who married Gertrude Buckingham in 1904. Making their living as farmers, the couple lived in the house for over 60 years. The Historical Society aims to present the house as it would have been during the early years of the marriage of Harry and Gertrude. Storm damage in 2015 caused the house itself to be closed for repairs, but the Society expects to reopen it to the public in 2017. In the meantime, appointments can be made to use library resources at the site and to view the other structures. For information: U.S. Mail: P.O. Box 2155, Shelton, CT 06484; Phone: 203-925-1803; E-mail: shcdirector@gmail.com; Web: www.sheltonhistoricalsociety.org 10Houses with many stories . . . Continued from page 8.Cover story photo credits can be found on page 66.

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Trumbull: Ephraim Hawley House, 2944 Nichols Avenue (Front view on front cover; rear view here.)If this house could talk, it might boast of many things. One would be the fact that, constructed in the late 17th century, it is the oldest house extant in the historic area of Trumbull known as Nichols. The Nichols Farms Historic District there cur-rently has 81 buildings. Ephraim Hawley, who built the house, was one of the first settlers to arrive in the area. The extended Hawley family over the years became prominent in Connecticut political, mili-tary and business affairs. The house could also brag about its architectural evolution from “Cape Cod cottage” style through three additions that made it into a classic saltbox-style farmhouse. Many original architectural details remain preserved in the privately owned home. The house could also point out the unique fact that it has been located in four different named townships in its history but has never been moved from its original location. Shifting boundaries make up that story. Stratford: Captain David Judson House, 967 Academy Hill RoadThis house in the Georgian style was mostly constructed in 1723, but it was built on the stone foundation and incorporates the huge central stone chimney of the original house built on the site by David Judson’s great-grandfather in 1639. The 1639 date would give the house bragging rights to the title of second-oldest house in Connecticut. It could also brag about its “broken scroll” pediment entryway, which is one of the finest in the state. Bragging, however, would be replaced by sadness over the fact that the house’s cellar was used as slave quarters in the 18th century. The house remained in the Judson family until 1888. In 1920 it was willed to the Stratford Historical Society, which has furnished it with notable period pieces. Located in the Stratford Center Historic District, the Judson House is operated in conjunction with the office, research library and Catherine B. Mitchell Museum of the Stratford Historical Society. House and Museum tour hours: June-Sept., Wed. and Sun., noon-4 p.m.; Oct., Sun., noon-4 p.m. Society and Museum office hours: Tues. and Thurs., year-round, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Info: 203-378-0630. Shelton: Brownson House, 70 Ripton RoadThe Shelton Historical Society says that the Brownson House “while not the oldest in the city nor the fanciest, nevertheless has a story worth telling.” The house and the other structures on its site—a farm barn, a carriage barn, a one-room schoolhouse, a corncrib and even an outhouse!—were saved by the Society from destruction, moved from their traditional sites to the current site, and developed into the Shelton History Center. The Center’s collections and programs trace Shelton’s evolution over the years from its early European settlement through its agricultural period and into the industrial 20th century. The house itself is a two-story structure built in the 1820s and incorporates both Federal and Greek Revival elements. The house eventually was acquired by Harry Booth Brownson, who married Gertrude Buckingham in 1904. Making their living as farmers, the couple lived in the house for over 60 years. The Historical Society aims to present the house as it would have been during the early years of the marriage of Harry and Gertrude. Storm damage in 2015 caused the house itself to be closed for repairs, but the Society expects to reopen it to the public in 2017. In the meantime, appointments can be made to use library resources at the site and to view the other structures. For information: U.S. Mail: P.O. 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14The Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) account provi-sion was signed into law in December 2014. It recognizes the special finan-cial burdens faced by families with members who are disabled.ABLE accounts allow disabled per-sons to have a cash account to pay for “qualified disability expenses” with-out loss of SSI or Medicaid benefits.As of now, any disabled person can open an ABLE account in any state that has a program that is up-and-running. As of January 1, 2017, programs are available in Alaska, Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, Tennessee and Virginia. Connecticut is in the process of set-ting up the program. HINT: Many seniors/elders may now fund such ABLE accounts for benefit of a dis-abled family member. Re. ABLE accounts: 1. They are tax-advantaged savings accounts. 2. Only one ABLE account is allowed per each disabled person. 3. Beneficiary must be diagnosed as dis-abled before age 26. (Discussions being held to increase age to 46.) 4. Disability is proved by SSI or SSDI or by obtaining a Certificate of Disability from a doctor. 5. Maker of the account can be any individual, including the person with a disability.6. Any “person” can contribute to the ABLE account; this would include: the disabled person; parent; sibling, estate; partnership; association; company or corporation; or Trustee of Special Needs Trust (SNT). 7. Payback provision is more favorable than for a Special Needs Trust. Payback to the State of Connecticut is limited to amount of benefits paid out from the time that the ABLE account was opened. Once Medicaid lien is resolved, the bal-ance of the account can go to heirs.8. Annual contributions are limited to $14,000.9. If the account balance exceeds $100,000, there is a reduction in SSI benefits.10. There is no federal cap on account balance to remain eligible for Medicaid. However, many states, inclu-ing Connecticut, have set a limit of $300,000 per plan.“Qualified disability expenses” include: education; housing; transportation; employment training and support; assistive technology; personal support services; health; prevention and well-ness; financial management and admin-istrative services; legal fees; expenses for oversight and monitoring of ABLE account; funeral and burial expenses; basic living expenses; other expenses approved through regulations. N.B. With an SNT there is a one-third reduction in SSI benefits for pay-ments by the SNT for Food/Shelter Distributions, whereas with the ABLE account, there is no reduction of SSI.Additional benefits of ABLE Accounts: You, not the Trustee of the Special Needs Trust, retain control over money distributions; easy to establish and administer; no need for Probate Court oversight/involvement; limited payback provision upon termination; easy way to save a small sum of money from an inheritance or settlement and not have to “spend it down” to retain benefits; alternative to spenddown; alimony/child support avoids SSI reduction; NLaw Office of James M. Hughes Please call on us whenever we can be of service.Elder Law, Title 19/MEDICAID Planning and Spend-down Wills, Power of Attorney & Health Care Instructions • Veteran’s Benefits Trusts • Estates and Probate • Real EstateAttorney Hughes provides clients with high-quality legal services personalized for their unique needs. Please call us at 203-256-1977 to set up a convenient appointment.Law Office of James M. Hughes1432 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824203-256-1977 • E-mail: Hughes_james@sbcglobal.net • www.fairfieldctelderlaw.comby Attorney James M. HughesCan I transfer assets to a disabled family member without loss of his/her benefits? Yes, by use of ABLE Accounts.

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The startled shopper became even more startled when a police officer suddenly appeared. The officer explained what was going on. It was a Purse Patrol, and the pleasant-looking woman who had brushed by was Angela DeLeon, Senior Community Relations and Crime Prevention Specialist from People’s United Bank, and it was she who had placed the sticker on the purse, just one of many stickers that she would place that day. On the Purse Patrol that day, after DeLeon had tagged distracted shoppers’ purses, handbags or wallets, simulating the time that it would take for a thief to do The shopper peered intently at the goods on the supermarket shelf, trying to decide which brand was the best bargain. As she pondered her decision, a pleasant-looking woman quickly and quietly brushed by her and continued down the aisle, brushing past other shoppers. The pondering shopper picked a product and turned to push her cart, which held her purse, on to other areas of the store. But something caught her eye. It was a sticker on her purse that read: by Peter J. O’Connell, Editorial and Research Associate KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR PURSE!Shelton Police Department Crime Prevention Officer David Eldridge discusses with a shopper at Stop and Shop ways to protect a pocketbook from would-be thieves.victim can expect to spend $500 and 30 hours resolving each identity theft crime. In the store of the pondering shopper, also in Fairfield County, a tagged shopper mused: “I was close to my purse, but now I’ll be more aware.” As Angela DeLeon of initiatives in addition to the Purse Patrols. NFor information on these initiatives as well as the Purse Patrols, contact: Ms. Angela DeLeon, People’s United Bank, 850 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604; 203-338-4225; Angela.DeLeon@peoples,com. never tires of saying: “Awareness is key, and we all have to look out for one another in the name of safety.” To increase awareness and safety, particularly with regard to senior citizens, who are specially targeted by thieves and scamsters, People’s United Bank has developed a range Angela DeLeon of People’s United Bank and Shelton Police Chief Shawn Sequeira at a press conference on crime prevention at Stop and Shop in Shelton.his/her snatching, various police officers explained the dangers of theft in and around stores and gave tips to shoppers on how to avoid becoming a victim. Many shoppers had thought that they already were taking sufficient precautions. For example, during a Purse Patrol in one Fairfield County store, a shopper told a reporter: “I try to keep an eye on my bag, I really do.” But looking at the sticker on her purse, she added: “I guess something can happen really fast.” About such statements, DeLeon comments: “You’ll see how quickly we can tag a purse, and how quickly I could really take the purse and go.” Many People’s United Bank branches are located in Stop and Shop markets, and the chain often partners with the bank in organizing Purse Patrols. As Cindy Carrasquilla, Stop and Shop’s Manager of Public Relations and Community Relations for the New York Metro Area, has said: “It’s easy for people to get distracted while shopping, especially during the busy holidays. But we make public safety a top priority, and there are things you can do to make the job of a would-be thief a little more difficult . . . .” DeLeon and police officers point out that the greatest danger in the snatching of purses, handbags or wallets is not necessarily in the loss of cash or car or house keys but in identity theft. According to the Federal Trade Commission, 19 people become victims of identity theft every minute, and the average Angela DeLeon has some tips for shoppers about how to save money, not by finding bargains in a store but by making sure that, while you are in a store, no one steals your money—or your identity.BE A SAVVY—AND SAFE—SHOPPER • Be aware of your surroundings at all times and anyone invading your “personal space.” • When paying at the register with a debit card, cover the PIN pad to prevent anyone from seeing your PIN number. Also, never pick a PIN number that correlates to your personal information—such as a birth date, address, or the last four digits of your Social Security number.• When standing at the checkout register, do not “flash cash” by opening your wallet wide and revealing your money or credit cards. • If carrying a purse, be sure to keep it zipped closed and never leave it unattended in the shopping cart. You can attach your purse to the cart using the child safety strap and buckling that strap to the cart, for added safety.• If wearing a coat with large pockets, put your ID, money, debit or credit card, and keys in those pockets that are not easily accessible by others. • When putting your purchases in your car, first put your purse in an obscure place in the vehicle so that while you are unloading your grocery cart, your purse cannot be stolen. • If your purse or wallet is stolen, immediately alert store security and contact police. If your keys are also stolen, check the parking lot to see if your car is missing. If your house keys are stolen, notify a neighbor to watch your house, alert police, and have your locks changed as soon as possible.16

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Variable Medicare Premiums by Thomas Gerrity, PublisherBeginning in 2007, the amount that a retiree must pay for Medicare Part B had a new component put into the mix: adjusted gross income (AGI). Higher-income retirees began paying more, and the highest-income retirees had to pay more than double for the same coverage. Similar rules began to apply to Medicare Part D in 2011. The table here spells out the dollars for 2017.Technically, these extra payments are not taxes. They are premium adjustments. But the way that they work, a single dollar of extra income can result in hundreds, even thousands, of extra dollars in payments. Accordingly, retirees who are near the boundaries for extra premium payments have an extra incentive to do careful tax planning.However, there is an additional twist. The premium adjustments are based upon AGI from two years earlier. So, for 2017 the premium adjustments depend upon 2015 AGI.Take controlRetirees have a number of choices to make in taking control of their AGI. Accelerating deductions, however, is not among them, because deductions are on the path from AGI to taxable income, and come into the picture after AGI has been set. Ideas that may work include:• investing more in growth stocks that do not pay dividends;• choosing more tax-efficient mutual funds;• bunching distributions from 401(k) or 403(b) distributions;• realizing capital losses;• bunching stock sales;• selling higher-basis assets to minimize gains;• making intra-family gifts of income-producing assets;• making qualified charitable distributions from an IRA.Higher stakesTax planning done for 2017 will affect the 2019 excess Medicare premiums. Starting in 2018, the higher premiums are scheduled to kick in at even lower levels of income. The threshold for the third bracket will fall to $133,500. The top bracket will start at $160,000, 25% below today’s threshold.Lawmakers may have thought that a retiree with $160,000 of income doesn’t “need” that $4,000 or so of excess premiums. But for someone near that boundary line, a slight shift in income can make a meaningful difference to after-tax capital. NMONTHLY MEDICARE PREMIUMS FOR 2017The standard Medicare Part B monthly premium in 2017 is $134. Those with higher incomes must pay the standard amount plus the amounts indicated in the table below. For married couples filing jointly, the income threshold is doubled. In 2017 the maximum additional premiums for Part B and Part D are $4,449.60 for singles, and $8,899.20 for married couples.Medicare premiums (monthly)Modified AGIAdditional Part B pre-miumAdditional Part D premiumTotal Annual $85,000 or less $0 $0 $0 $0 $85,000 to $107,000 $53.50 $13.30 $66.80 $801.60$107,000 to $160,000$133.90 $34.20 $168.10 $2,017.20$160,000 to $214,000$214.30 $55.20 $269.50 $3,234.00Over $214,000 $294.60 $76.20 $370.80 $4,449.60Source: https://www.medicare.gov/your-medicare-costs/costs-at-a-glance/costs-at-glance.html; M.A. Co.18

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19What is “decluttering” and why do it?Decluttering is a health and safety activity that has two parts. The first focuses on getting rid of objects (clothing, papers, furniture, etc., etc.) that no longer serve a good purpose in your life—clutter. The second focuses on creating a system of personal organization that is easy to maintain and guards against accumulating things that are neither necessary nor nourishing (physically or psychologically)—clutter.Clutter drains both physical and mental energy. It may make it hard to get around the home and pose slip-and-fall or fire hazards. It weighs on the mind. Carried to the point of compulsive hoarding, it can even kill, as it did in 2014 to a Connecticut woman whose jammed house collapsed, crushing her to death. So declutter! There are decluttering specialists who can help you develop a system of personal organization. One such in Connecticut is Larry Russick of Larry Russick Services, who has a ten-step plan. For information, go to: www.strivingforclarity.com. What is the File of Life?The File of Life consists of a refrigerator magnet with an attached red plastic pocket that holds a tri-fold card on which you can record your vital emergency information.This voluntary program is designed to help first responders quickly obtain in an emergency your necessary medical history, your support needs, and your emergency contact information. It could help save your life. NAsk the AdvisorCan cell phones interfere with implantable medical devices?If you use a cell phone and also have a pacemaker, cardioverter defibrillator or other medical device implanted in your body, there are some important points that you should bear in mind in order to avoid potential interference with the device by the phone. First, carefully read and follow all directions from the manufacturer of the device, and if you have any questions about using your phone with it, consult your health care provider. In any case, always keep the phone more than six inches from the implantable device when the phone is turned on, and use the ear opposite the device to minimize the potential for interference. Never carry the phone in a breast pocket, and immediately turn it off if there is any reason whatsoever to suspect that interference is taking place. For more information on this subject, contact the U.S. Food and Drug Administration at www.fda.gov. A friend mentioned that I could save money on prescriptions by using coupons. Is this true? And where do I get the coupons?Manufacturer’s coupons are a good way to save on prescription medications. If you have been prescribed a brand-name drug, go to the manufacturer’s Web site and see if they offer any discount coupons. The savings vary by manufacturer, but many companies offer discounts for each prescription, while others offer a one-time coupon to cover the first use of the medication. If you have insurance, some of the coupons will reduce or eliminate your co-pay. Also check out the Web site for Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America at www.Pparx.org. This is the trade group for the pharmaceutical industry, and they have a clearing house called the Partnership for Prescription Assistance, which will link you to the manufacturer of your drugs and many different assistance programs. Does Connecticut offer a discount on admissions to parks for seniors?Yes. Passes providing lifetime free admission to all state parks and forests (excluding camping) are available free of charge to all Connecticut veterans with a service-related disability and to residents 65 and older.The passes can be used to waive parking fees at any state park. Access will be permitted for the vehicle and all passengers. The pass holder does not have to be the driver of the vehicle.Send questions to: tgerrity@seniorgotoguide.comOr by U.S. mail to: Peter O’Connell, Senior GO TO Guide 1166 Barnum Ave., Stratford, CT 06614

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Nurturing can be a two-way street.Waveny LifeCare Network provides a comprehensive continuum of care options to serve seniors from all areas. With more than 40 years of expertise and a person-centered mission, we recognize that personal needs can change over time, or even in an instant. That’s why it’s so important to entrust your care to a healthcare provider that can meet your unique needs and preferences both now in the moment, and beyond. Conveniently located in New Canaan, Waveny offers an array of eldercare choices ranging from world-class residential options and long-term care, to overnight respite stays, outpatient and day programs, and in-home services. Like a river, our continuum of care flows fluidly within a single non-profit organization, without any expensive buy-in fees or long-term commitments. Discover more by calling 203.594.5200 or visiting www.waveny.org. BRINGING HOSPITALITY TO HEALING ™ PROUD TO BE RATED 4 STARSBY THE CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES (CMS)34 Midrocks DriveNorwalk, CT 06851AutumnLakeNorwalk.com203-842-5700Call to schedule a PERSONAL TOUR!FOR ANEnhanced Recovery Experience!Choose AUTUMN LAKE• Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapies 7 Days a Week!• Cardiac Rehabilitation• State-of-the-Art Pulmonary Rehab• Orthopedic Aftercare• Neuromuscular Re-education• Specialized Wound Care• Peritoneal Dialysis• IV Infusion/Medication• Pain Management• Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)Our comprehensive suite of SPECIALIZED CLINICAL PROGRAMS includes:Autumn Lake Healthcare at Norwalk Each facility is independently owned and operated. Autumn Lake Healthcare licenses the use of its name to Autumn Lake Healthcare Facilities.Come demonstrate our AlterG® ANTI-GRAVITY TREADMILLAt AUTUMN LAKE we focus on reducing our patients’ length of stay via individualized care plans, minimizing hospital readmissions, and ensuring a quicker and safer return home.is a haven of healing and comfort where all your clinical and personal needs are anticipated and fulfilled. From the dedicated patient concierge and the 24-hour nursing staff, to our stellar teamof therapists, we take pride in providinga recovery experience that will beremembered for the warmth we exudeand the clinical excellence we provide.SHORT-TERM REHABThe care you need, close to home.H H H H H HIGHEST RATING BY MEDICARE. MINUTES FROM FAMILY & FRIENDS.Short-term rehab at The Nathaniel Witherell is designed to ﬁt your life and style. Recuperate in a private room and beneﬁt from our professional, patient-centered care. Therapy is available seven days a week, using state-of-the-art equipment.Contact George Cossifos at 203-618-4232 or gcossifos@witherell.org70 Parsonage Road | Greenwich CT 06830THE VILLA AT STAMFORD for Premier Rehabilitation & Healthcare• At The Villa, our staff is dedicated to working with our residents to help them acquire or relearn the skills they will need to be active and live independently. • Our experienced staff of Physical Therapists work with each resident up to 7 days a week to improve strength and restore function through the use of therapeutic exercises. In addition, our Rehabilitation Program puts special emphasis on pain management so that each resident can maximize his or her potential in a comfortable and dignified manner. • Whether recuperating from an orthopedic procedure, a cardiac event, a CVA (stroke), or a lengthy hospitalization, our team of therapists are well trained to ensure each resident reaches his or her maximum level of independence.• Our Occupational Therapy program is aimed at improving fine motor control, coordination, and cognitive skills and teaches functional and self-care skills commonly referred to as Activities of Daily Living (ADL), which include feeding, dressing and grooming. • Our trained Speech and Language Pathologists help our residents communicate more effectively by using advanced techniques in oral and pharyngeal sensorimotor training.• Our social work and case management teams provide continuous support to both residents and their families to ensure a safe and appropriate return to the community.REHABILITATIONSHORTTERMREHABTHE VILLA AT STAMFORD for Premier Rehabilitation & Healthcare• At The Villa, our staff is dedicated to working with our residents to help them acquire or relearn the skills they will need to be active and live independently. • Our experienced staff of Physical Therapists work with each resident up to 7 days a week to improve strength and restore function through the use of therapeutic exercises. In addition, our Rehabilitation Program puts special emphasis on pain management so that each resident can maximize his or her potential in a comfortable and dignified manner. • Whether recuperating from an orthopedic procedure, a cardiac event, a CVA (stroke), or a lengthy hospitalization, our team of therapists are well trained to ensure each resident reaches his or her maximum level of independence.• Our Occupational Therapy program is aimed at improving fine motor control, coordination, and cognitive skills and teaches functional and self-care skills commonly referred to as Activities of Daily Living (ADL), which include feeding, dressing and grooming. • Our trained Speech and Language Pathologists help our residents communicate more effectively by using advanced techniques in oral and pharyngeal sensorimotor training.• Our social work and case management teams provide continuous support to both residents and their families to ensure a safe and appropriate return to the community.REHABILITATIONSHORTTERMREHABTHE VILLA AT STAMFORD for Premier Rehabilitation & HealthcareSkilled Nursing ServicesShort Term RehabilitationCare for Individuals with Swallowing DifficultiesRespiratory/BiPapCareIV/PICC Line Therapy TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition) Wound Care/Wound Vac TherapyTracheostomy CareMemory Care/Dementia/AlzheimersPalliative Care Hospice CareSERVICES:THE VILLA AT STAMFORDfor Premier Rehabilitation & Healthcare203.322.3428 | WWW.STAMFORDVILLA.ORG• At The Villa you can rest assured that your loved one is benefitting from the most advanced level of Dementia/Alzheimers care and achieving the greatest possible quality of life. • Our Program uses a multi-disciplinary care approach which incorporates the skills of our Geriatric Physicians, Recreational Staff, and specially trained Nurses and Certified Nurses Assistants to provide the highest level quality of life.• On a daily basis your loved one will partake in recreational activities that stimulate the mind, body and soul. Each resident will have an individually customized plan-of-care that will be geared to maximizing lifelong passions and hobbies in order to restore and rejuvenate memory and function. Our environment is home-like and secure, leaving you with peace of mind regarding the well-being of your loved one.For more information please contact us at (203) 322-3428.LIFE QUALITY MEMORY CARESPECIALIZED DEMENTIA/ALZHEIMERS PROGRAMSPECIALTY PROGRAMS: • Short-Term Rehab At The Villa, our sta is dedicated to working with our residents to help them acquire or relearn the skills they will need to be active and live independently. • Long-Term Care• Post Surgical Orthopedic Care• Hip Repair/Joint Replacement Recovery• Amputee/Prosthetic Training Program• Stroke Recovery Program• Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation• TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition)• IV/PICC Line Therapy• Memory Care/Dementia/Alzheimer’s• Wound Care/Wound Vac TherapyAMENITIES• Private Suites• Meditation Room• Pastoral Care• Flat Screen TV• Free Cable• Phone Service• Free WIFI• Family Lounge• Formal Dining Area• Bistro MenuTHE VILLA AT STAMFORD for Premier Rehabilitation & HealthcareSkilled Nursing ServicesShort Term RehabilitationCare for Individuals with Swallowing DifficultiesRespiratory/BiPapCareIV/PICC Line Therapy TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition) Wound Care/Wound Vac TherapyTracheostomy CareMemory Care/Dementia/AlzheimersPalliative Care Hospice CareSERVICES:THE VILLA AT STAMFORDfor Premier Rehabilitation & Healthcare203.322.3428 | WWW.STAMFORDVILLA.ORG• At The Villa you can rest assured that your loved one is benefitting from the most advanced level of Dementia/Alzheimers care and achieving the greatest possible quality of life. • Our Program uses a multi-disciplinary care approach which incorporates the skills of our Geriatric Physicians, Recreational Staff, and specially trained Nurses and Certified Nurses Assistants to provide the highest level quality of life.• On a daily basis your loved one will partake in recreational activities that stimulate the mind, body and soul. Each resident will have an individually customized plan-of-care that will be geared to maximizing lifelong passions and hobbies in order to restore and rejuvenate memory and function. Our environment is home-like and secure, leaving you with peace of mind regarding the well-being of your loved one.For more information please contact us at (203) 322-3428.LIFE QUALITY MEMORY CARESPECIALIZED DEMENTIA/ALZHEIMERS PROGRAMFor more information about our programs and services, please contact us:88 Rock Rimmon Road • Stamford CT, CT 06903203-322-3428 • www.stamfordvilla.orgIntroducing Our NEW Intensive Stroke Rehabilitation ProgramDirected by Neurologist Daryl Story, MD and Physiatrist Claudio Petrillo, MD76 West Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT • 203.847.5893 • ndch-sstv.orgNotre Dame Convalescent Homes, Inc. has been awarded 5 stars by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services★★★★★A CARING Place Between Hospital & HomeNotre Dame Convalescent Homes, Inc.Sisters of Saint Thomas of Villanova439 Danbury Road, Route 7Wilton, CT 06897203.834.0199www.wiltonmeadowshealthcare.comThe Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Campus on Park AvenueThe Jewish Home Nursing home providing long term care including Alzheimer’s and dementia careChaifetz Family Hospice Palliative care, pain management, emotional, spiritual and bereavement supportHome Together™ Adult family living and foster homes; arranges caregiver support in your homePrivate Physician Practice Geriatric primary care medical servicesThe J Fitness Center Full service health club with pool, cardio, yoga, spinning, etc.Assisted Living Residences1-bedroom apartments and memory care studios for individuals and couples.Meals, ﬁtness center membership and access to campus activities.Goldstein Rehabilitation Center Short term care post hospitalizationFriedman Home Care Agency Skilled nursing services, licensed nurses, therapists, companions and aides; hourly and live-inOutpatient Therapy Physical, occupational, and speech therapy; exercise programsInstitute on Aging Geriatric assessment, care management, the Center for Elder Abuse PreventionProviding Senior Care roughout Southern ConnecticutServing Connecticut for Over 40 Years203-365-6400 • www.jseniors.orgServices SummarySenior Choice at Home® Membership based program delivers full range of in-homeand nursing home care plus care navigationGrasmere by the Sea Adult Day ProgramSupervised nursing, social activities, recreation, meals, personal care; transportation availableShort-term Rehabilitation Services Rehabilitation facilities provide therapy for individuals recovering from surgery, illness or an accident. Generally, those needing short-term, in-patient rehabilitation may remain involved in their program at a facility for as little as a couple of days to as long as several weeks or more. Short-term rehabilitation programs help patients to achieve their maximum functional capacity and get back to their homes and community in the shortest time possible.Physical therapy is a health care specialty involved with evaluating, diagnosing and treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The goal of physical therapy is to restore maximal functional independence to patientsOccupational therapy is assessment and treatment whose goal is to recover and maintain the daily living and work skills of people with a physical, mental, or cognitive disorder. Occupational therapists also focus on identifying and eliminating environmental barriers to independence and participation in daily activities.Speech-language pathologists work to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults.20

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Social Security in 2017Automatic cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) were created for Social Security benefits in 1975. The COLA for 2017 is 0.3%. Here are the basic Social Security numbers in 2017 for your reference.Tax rate for employees 7.65%Tax rate for self-employed 15.30%Maximum earnings taxable Social Security wage base $127,200 Medicare wage base no limitRetirement earnings test exempt amounts Under full retirement age $16,920 ($1 in benefits is withheld for every $2 in earnings above the limit.) For the year in which full retirement age is reached $44,880 ($1 in benefits is withheld for every $3 in earnings above the limit, but only for months prior to reaching full retirement age.) After full retirement age is reached no limitTaxation of Social Security benefits Singles with a “provisional income”* below $25,000 no tax on benefits from $25,000 to $34,000 tax on 50% of benefits over $34,000 tax on up to 85% of benefits Marrieds filing a joint return with a “provisional income”* below $32,000 no tax on benefits from $32,000 to $44,000 tax on 50% of benefits over $44,000 pays tax on up to 85% of benefitsMaximum Social Security benefit at normal retirement age $2,687*The IRS defines “provisional income” as your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) plus nontaxable interest plus one-half of your Social Security benefits. (MAGI is adjusted gross income plus tax-exempt income.) FOR RENTFOR RENTIn 2009 the average age of a home seller was 46. In 2015, according to the National Association of Realtors, it was 54. The Wall Street Journal reports a notable increase in the number of older renters. There were an estimated 7.5 million renters age 55 and older in 2005, and about 10.8 million in 2015.Those changes are not just the result of the continued aging of the baby-boom generation. They are a sign of empty nesters who are making adjustments to their living arrangements in anticipation of their retirement. In some cases, they are choosing to rent rather than own.Unlocking the equityFor those who have not saved enough for retirement—and even many who have—the appreciation in the value of one’s home may make a welcome addition to the nest egg. Special tax provisions for homeowners encourage sales, as the first $250,000 of gain is tax free ($500,000 for married couples filing jointly, in most cases). After a sale to allow a move to smaller retirement quarters comes the decision to rent or own. Renting can be a short-term decision, as leases generally are year to year. Renting an apartment leaves more money in the portfolio to earn more income or to cover additional retirement expenses. With a rental the chores of lawn care, snow removal and repairs may be taken care of by the landlord, making retirement living more worry free.On the other hand, as rents rise in the future, there is no offsetting appreciation in the value of the residence to provide a cushion. Those who have unlocked their equity need to husband some of that gain to cover future increases in the cost of living.DownsizingSome experts advise those selling before retirement to invest their proceeds in a smaller home that they can own debt free, and bank the difference. Debt free does not mean expense free, however. One rule of thumb suggests that taxes, insurance and maintenance will come to 3% of a home’s value. For a $500,000, home that comes to $15,000 annually, or $1,250 per month. Another important consideration is the desire to age in place. What renovations might be needed to keep the residence accessible and livable as one becomes somewhat infirm with age? Grab bars, walk-in tubs and doors wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs are among the possibilities.In the words of the sage, “Getting old is not for sissies.” NRetirement LifeRent or Own?by James B. Gust, Senior Editor, Merrill Anderson Company22

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Social Security in 2017Automatic cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) were created for Social Security benefits in 1975. The COLA for 2017 is 0.3%. Here are the basic Social Security numbers in 2017 for your reference.Tax rate for employees 7.65%Tax rate for self-employed 15.30%Maximum earnings taxable Social Security wage base $127,200 Medicare wage base no limitRetirement earnings test exempt amounts Under full retirement age $16,920 ($1 in benefits is withheld for every $2 in earnings above the limit.) For the year in which full retirement age is reached $44,880 ($1 in benefits is withheld for every $3 in earnings above the limit, but only for months prior to reaching full retirement age.) After full retirement age is reached no limitTaxation of Social Security benefits Singles with a “provisional income”* below $25,000 no tax on benefits from $25,000 to $34,000 tax on 50% of benefits over $34,000 tax on up to 85% of benefits Marrieds filing a joint return with a “provisional income”* below $32,000 no tax on benefits from $32,000 to $44,000 tax on 50% of benefits over $44,000 pays tax on up to 85% of benefitsMaximum Social Security benefit at normal retirement age $2,687*The IRS defines “provisional income” as your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) plus nontaxable interest plus one-half of your Social Security benefits. (MAGI is adjusted gross income plus tax-exempt income.) 23FOR RENTFOR RENTIn 2009 the average age of a home seller was 46. In 2015, according to the National Association of Realtors, it was 54. The Wall Street Journal reports a notable increase in the number of older renters. There were an estimated 7.5 million renters age 55 and older in 2005, and about 10.8 million in 2015.Those changes are not just the result of the continued aging of the baby-boom generation. They are a sign of empty nesters who are making adjustments to their living arrangements in anticipation of their retirement. In some cases, they are choosing to rent rather than own.Unlocking the equityFor those who have not saved enough for retirement—and even many who have—the appreciation in the value of one’s home may make a welcome addition to the nest egg. Special tax provisions for homeowners encourage sales, as the first $250,000 of gain is tax free ($500,000 for married couples filing jointly, in most cases). After a sale to allow a move to smaller retirement quarters comes the decision to rent or own. Renting can be a short-term decision, as leases generally are year to year. Renting an apartment leaves more money in the portfolio to earn more income or to cover additional retirement expenses. With a rental the chores of lawn care, snow removal and repairs may be taken care of by the landlord, making retirement living more worry free.On the other hand, as rents rise in the future, there is no offsetting appreciation in the value of the residence to provide a cushion. Those who have unlocked their equity need to husband some of that gain to cover future increases in the cost of living.DownsizingSome experts advise those selling before retirement to invest their proceeds in a smaller home that they can own debt free, and bank the difference. Debt free does not mean expense free, however. One rule of thumb suggests that taxes, insurance and maintenance will come to 3% of a home’s value. For a $500,000, home that comes to $15,000 annually, or $1,250 per month. Another important consideration is the desire to age in place. What renovations might be needed to keep the residence accessible and livable as one becomes somewhat infirm with age? Grab bars, walk-in tubs and doors wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs are among the possibilities.In the words of the sage, “Getting old is not for sissies.” NRetirement LifeRent or Own?by James B. Gust, Senior Editor, Merrill Anderson Company

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Interviewing Technology offers many effective ways to preserve family memories. And you should begin with the family members themselves. Why not interview them? Be an oral historian and record their responses to your questions. Be a visual historian and make a video record of your relatives’ voices, images and personalities. As Steve Palmer, president of Family Legacy Video, Inc., told AgingCare.com: “The process of creating a video biography can also bring families closer, help family members reconnect and foster an appreciation and pride in shared family history.” Palmer’s company organizes professional videotaping sessions, with a videographer utilizing state-of-the-art equipment. You don’t have to go that route, however. Your technology can be as simple as a hand-held video device.The other components of successful interviewing are a quiet location, free time, good questions—and, importantly, the ability to really listen. Ancestry.com and GreatLifeStories.com can give you good ideas about the kind of questions to ask and how to organize the responses that you get. Some folks may not want to be the subject of questions about their whole lives but wouldn’t mind answering, say, a question or two each week. There is a service available for them. As reported in The New York Times, StoryWorth.com is one of a cluster of new companies focused on enabling people to collect their family histories. For an annual fee of $49, StoryWorth transmits a few questions chosen by an interviewer for his or her relative to respond to each week. The answers are stored on a Web Preserving Family Memories: Linking past, present and futureby Peter J. O’Connell, Editorial and Research AssociateA wonderful gift that grandparents can give their grandchildren is insight into their family history. Here are some tips on how to get started. site where family members can read them privately. There is an unlimited amount of data storage allowed, and users can upload their own audio files and photographs, if they wish. One StoryWorth interviewee commented: “It stimulates a part of your brain and memory that for me hadn’t been stimulated any other way before.”GenealogyAt some point in the process of collecting and preserving family memories, you probably will want to enter the field of genealogy and through research “climb the family tree.” Ancestry.com is a great resource for doing that. And Connecticut residents are blessed to have in the middle of the state the Godfrey Memorial Library of Genealogy, History and Biography, in Middletown, whose enormous resources have been described by one publication as “the best genealogical bargain available.”What to do about photos The “spell” of preserving memories is, perhaps, strongest with regard to photos. So many of us have hordes of photos stored in old albums and shoeboxes and all kinds of other containers, placed everywhere from the living room mantel to the dusty attic. One estimate holds that the average household has about 5,500 analog snapshots. The problem with analog photos—and videos—though, is that they can fade over time or be discarded mistakenly or be destroyed by fires, floods or other disasters. To be saved, they need to be digitized. Scanning numerous photos so that they can be digitized is definitely a formidable task. In an article on Forbes online, however, Tony Bradley points out that ScanMyPhotos.com provides a number of services that can help mightily with this task. For $99 ScanMyPhotos will ship you a prepaid box, capable of holding approximately 1,800 photos, in which you can place your photos and send them back to be Continued on page xx “The process of creating a video biography can also bring families closer, help family members reconnect and foster an appreciation . . . .”24

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29EYE CARE/EYE WEAREye Care and Eye WearEye Group of Connecticut, LLCJeffrey Kaplan, MD • Jeffrey Sandler, MD4699 Main Street, Suite 106, Bridgeport .....(203) 374-8182www.eyegroupct.comOur Physicians are Board Certified in the practice of Ophthalmology and Ophthalmic Surgery. Comprehensive eye care for adults and children performed in a warm and caring environment. Specializing in: Cataract Surgery utilizing revo-lutionary lens technology, Glaucoma, Diabetic eye care, Eye Allergies, Contact lens challenges and Drooping eyelids/brows. See ad, page 3. Family Vision Centers775 Main St., Stratford, CT 06615 ...........(203) 377-2020101 Boston Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06610 ......(203) 333-202010% Senior Discount Every Day! Call for an appointment today or bring in your prescription. Medicare accepted, along with many other vision plans. See ad, page 28.Furze & Ackley Inc. O-Opticians4270 Main St., Bridgeport, CT 06606 ........(203) 372-4569FREE EYE EXAMS! 30% Discount for AAA & AARP Members. Free Home, Hospital & Nursing Home Visits. We Take HUSKY for eye exams and eyeglasses. See ad, page 28. James Pinke, M.D.Shelton Medical Center9 Cots St., Shelton, CT 06484 ..............(203) 924-8800We are dedicated to being your Center for eye health. See ad, page 28.Kurilec Eye Care, LLCJeffrey M. Kurilec, M.D. 115 Technology Drive • Suite C201 • Trumbull, CT 06611. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (203) 880-5350 kurileceyecare.com• Conveniently located near the intersection of Routes 25 and 111 on the Trumbull-Monroe town line. • Certified by The American Board of Ophthalmology. • Specializing in cataract surgery. • Also caring for patients with glaucoma, diabetes and macular degeneration. • Comprehensive eye care, including contact lens fitting. • Most insurance plans accepted. See ad, page 27.New England Retina AssociatesSpecializing in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreousDavid Tom, M.D., F.A.C.S. Board Certiﬁed Physicians specializing in• Diabetic Retinopathy • Macular Degeneration• Retinal Detachment • Inﬂammatory Diseases• Uveitis • Retinal Vein/Artery Occlusion Gregory Haffner, M.D.Patrick A. Coady, M.D., M.B.A..John J. Huang, M.D., C.P.EParticipating in exciting, cutting edge Clinical Trials162 Kings Highway North, Westport, CT 06880 • (203) 222-7474143 Sound Beach Avenue, Old Greenwich, CT 06870 • (203) 698-88802200 Whitney Avenue, Suite 300, Hamden, CT 06518 • (203) 288-2020For more information please visit our website at www.retinamd.comPlease patronize our advertisers to thank them for making this directory possible.

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Caregivers, Residential Facilities and Rehabilitation FacilitiesWe provide…• Health Monitoring by Registered Nurses• Therapeutic Recreation—Stimulating Activities and Outings• Continental Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks Provided• Coordination of Transportation• Home Assessments• Resource Information For Funding Assistance• Caregiver Support and Referral Service• Specialized Alzheimers Care• Assistance With Personal Care Needs• Featuring the “GQ Club for Men”• ¡Programas en Español!Resources• Assistance for families caring for an elderly or disabled relative• Relief during the day for families with care responsibilitiesRemesa • Harborview • Next StepFiscal Intermediary ServicesAdult Day Health CentersWe provide quality daytime care while you work or are in need of respite!“Your Home Away from Home”720 Barnum Avenue Cutoff (RT 1) • Stratford, CT 06614 • (203) 380-1228 • www.cteldercare.comSe Habla Espanol~Open Saturdays!Adult Day ProgramsJewish Senior Services • Grasmere by the Sea Adult Day Program One Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 .........(203) 365-6470 www.jseniors.org • email: adultday@jseniors.org The Adult Day Program of Jewish Senior Services has over 30 years of experience as a key resource for seniors in the Fairfield County area. The program serves individuals of all backgrounds who may be experiencing physical and/or memory challenges and are in need of opportunities for socialization and recre-ation. The program also provides caregivers with respite sup-port so they can work or pursue their own interests or respon-sibilities. The program is a certified medical model and offers nursing supervision, personal care, hot lunch, beauty salon, on-site physical therapy, and stimulating physical and mental activities in an energetic social environment. Transportation available. See ad, back cover.SUNSET SHORES ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER720 Barnum Ave. Cutoff, Stratford, CT .......(203) 380-1228We provide quality daytime care while you work or are in need of respite! See ad, this page.Aging in Place SolutionsSenior Choice at Home® A Program of Jewish Senior Services 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 . . . . (203) 364-6491 www.seniorchoicehome.org email: seniorchoicehome@jseniors.org The newest concept in long-term care planning, Senior Choice at Home® is designed to provide protection for individuals who wish to remain in their home, ensure their care and protect their assets as their healthcare needs change. It is a membership-based program for healthy, independent adults. An alternative or supplement to long-term care insurance, it uniquely combines the most important features of long-term care management and services into one comprehensive plan. See ad, back cover.Assisted Living and Independent Living CommunitiesBrightview Senior Living of New Canaan162 New Canaan Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850 ...(203) 989-4774www.brightviewonNewCanaan.comWe bring everything together to help you live your most vibrant, fulfilling life.Our community features dedicated Assisted Living apartments and a specially-designed Wellspring Village neighborhood for Memory and Dementia Care. Brightview’s innovative SPICE philosophy is the foundation for ongoing wellness efforts and the model on which resident activi-ties are planned. Including five holistic elements of wellness—Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Cultural, and Emotional—the SPICE approach uses a blend of programs to create meaningful, healthy, stimu-lating, and positive lifestyles—for residents and associates.Residents enjoy a daily calendar full of enriching and inspiring SPICE programs, important for the well-being of people of all ages. Call today for a free tour. See ad, page 37ADULT DAY PROGRAMS33Make sure to visit us on the Web at: www.seniorgotoguide.com

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AREA HOSPITALS and their services for seniorsSt. Vincent’s Outreach ProgramSt. Vincent’s Outreach Program seeks to help residents of Bridgeport who have difficulty accessing primary care because of physical isolation, disability/frailty, psychological reasons or lack of financial resources. Such residents include low-income, disabled, homeless, frail elderly and homebound persons. Outreach care, including geriatric assessments and other geriatric services, is provided on a 24-hour basis by an interdisciplinary team of physi-cians, nurses and social workers. Qualifying patients may receive home medical visits and transportation for medical services.Outreach services are provided at two locations:St. Vincent’s Geriatric Clinic in St. Vincent’s Family Health Center 762 Lindley St. • Bridgeport, CT 06606Adult Medicine Center of St. Vincent’s Neighborhood Health Center Lower level of Thomas Merton Center 43 Madison Ave. • Bridgeport, CT 06604For more information on Outreach services, call 203-576-5710. BRIDGEPORT HOSPITALBridgeport Hospital is a private, not-for-profit, full-service hospital and teaching institution. It is part of the Yale New Haven Health System and primarily serves patients from Fairfield and New Haven Counties. The hospital has: 383 licensed beds; more than 2,600 employees; nearly 600 active attending physicians, representing more than 60 medical specialties. This busy institution annu-ally has more than 19,000 admissions and more than 207,000 outpatient visits to the hospital (including more than 76,000 emergency department visits and more than 36,000 clinic visits). Founded in 1878 by a group of community leaders, Bridgeport Hospital was Fairfield County’s first hospital, and P.T. Barnum was the hospital’s first president. The hospital’s vision, its current leaders state, remains essentially what it was at the time of its founding: “To provide advanced medical care and health promotion with excellence and compassion.” Main location: 267 Grant St. • Bridgeport, CT 06610 • 203-384-3000 HYPERLINK “http://www.bridgeporthospital.org/”www.bridgeporthospital.orgPhysician/Services Referral (English and Spanish, 24/7): 1-888-357-2396Bridgeport Hospital is affiliated with a number of satellite facilities, both in the city and the suburbs. Here are some:FairfieldFairfield Urgent Care Center 309 Stillson Rd. • 203-331-1924 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m. 5 p.m. SheltonAhlbin Center for Rehabilitation MedicineSuite 184 4 Corporate Drive • 203-925-4201 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Huntington Walk-in Medical Center887 Bridgeport Ave. • 203-225-6020Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.SouthportAhlbin Center for Rehabilitation MedicineSuite 32600 Post Road • 203-259-7117Hours: Mon. & Fri., 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Tues. & Thurs., 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Wed. 7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. StratfordAhlbin Center for Rehabilitation Medicine 3585 Main St. • 203-445-2621 Mon., 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Tues. & Thurs., 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.TrumbullAhlbin Center for Rehabilitation Medicine 2750 Reservoir Avenue • 203-445-2621 Mon. & Tues. & Thurs., 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Wed. & Fri., 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.• Geriatric Home Visit ProgramFor housebound older adults, Bridgeport Hospital’s Home Visit Group of geriatricians and nurse practitioners can bring the care that they require right into their homes. The Group becomes the primary care physician for these patients.• REACH Programs (Geriatric Outpatient Psychiatric Services)If psychiatric conditions and/or substance abuse complicate the common concerns of aging, Bridgeport Hospital’s REACH Programs can help by providing intensive outpatient treatment. One program provides structured daily treatment at the hospital every weekday, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Another program sees patients three to four times per week, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. In either program, patients are placed in an Older Adult Track and receive group and family therapy. For more information, call the REACH Programs at 203-384-3377.• Geriatric Inpatient Psychiatric ProgramIf an assessment reveals that an older adult needs hospital care because of a psychiatric condition, this program provides close, constant supervision.• GEMS: Geriatric Emergency Medical ServicesBridgeport Hospital is the only hospital in Connecticut that offers an emergency medi-cine service dedicated specifically to the needs of those 65 or older. In GEMS a nurse practitioner, working with Emergency Department physicians, greets patients, explains what testing may be done, helps put patients and their families at ease, helps develop a proper plan of care and, upon release, ensures that patients return to a safe environment. For more information about GEMS, call 203-384-GEMS (4367).Outreach ProgramsBridgeport Hospital prides itself on offering many services and resources to the com-munity for health, wellness and education. A number of these are support services targeted for seniors. They include lectures, classes, sup-port groups, publications, and various evalu-ations and screenings. For more information, call 1-888-357-2396. Of special note:• AARP Senior Driver Safety ProgramThis program is a one-day course offered once a month at the hospital.continued top of next pageCenter for GeriatricsOlder adults need a special kind of care and understanding to address the range of physi-cal, mental, medical, social and other issues that they often have to confront. To meet these needs, Bridgeport Hospital maintains the Center for Geriatrics. From the Center, Geriatric Specialty Services Teams of experts—geriatricians, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, social workers and other staff—work together, in close collaboration with primary care physi-cians, to provide individualized programs of care and support for patients and their fami-lies. The Center’s wide range of services is aimed at meeting the wide range of needs of seniors and their loved ones. Bridgeport Hospital Center for Geriatrics95 Armory Rd. • Stratford, CT 06614 203-384-3388 • Fax: 203-384-4034Specialized geriatric services at Bridgeport Hospital include:• Geriatric Assessment ProgramIn an assessment of an older adult having difficulties, experts: conduct exams, tests, screenings; review drugs and supplements being taken; gather information to understand personal and family medical history. The assessment is the first step toward finding the best solutions to the problems of the senior.ST. VINCENT’S MEDICAL CENTERIn 1905 an order of Catholic nuns, the Daughters of Charity, opened a 75-bed hospital, with a mission to serve the sick, poor, homeless, dis-abled and frail elderly in the Greater Bridgeport area. Steady expansion over the years has created the St. Vincent’s Medical Center of today—a 473-bed community teaching and referral hospital, employing more than 2,000 people and offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient ser-vices, provided by an active medical staff of more than 700 physicians, representing more than 50 specialties. St. Vincent’s has many affiliates and is a member of Ascension Health, the largest Catholic, nonprofit, healthcare system in the country. Leaders of St. Vincent’s say that it strives every day to fulfill its Vision Statement--”St. Vincent’s: Setting the Standard for Care You Can Trust.” Main location: 2800 Main St. • Bridgeport, CT 06606 • 203-576-6000For appointments, call the Care Line: 877-255-7847 • www.stvincents.orgSt. Vincent’s Web site offers the FIND A DOCTOR tool, which allows those seeking to discuss their health concerns or those of a loved one with a medical expert to search for the expert by specialty, practice, location or keyword.Among St. Vincent’s many endeavors to meet the health needs of the community are Urgent Care Walk-In Centers at four locations:Bridgeport 4600 Main St. • 203-371-4445Fairfield 1055 Post Rd. • 203-259-3440Milford 199 Cherry St. • 203-696-3502Monroe 401 Monroe Tnpk. • 203-268-2501Shelton 2 Trap Falls Rd. • 203-929-1109Stratford 3272 Main St. • 203-386-0366Hours for all locations: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Audiology (Hearing) Services at the Ahlbin Rehabilitation CenterThe Ahlbin Center provides comprehensive hearing services and also evaluation and treat-ment for vestibular disorders (dizziness). 226 Mill Hill Ave. • Bridgeport, CT 06610 • 203-336-7301• Blood Pressure ScreeningsThe Emergency Care Institute of Bridgeport Hospital provides free blood pressure screen-ings at various dates and times at senior centers in Fairfield, Shelton and Stratford. For more information, call 1-888-357-2396. • LifelineLifeline is a 24-hour personal emergency response program in which trained staff members are available at the touch of a button to call emergency personnel and family members for both medical and non-medical situations. For more information, call 1-800-242-1306, ext. 4937. St. Vincent’s Senior ServicesSt. Vincent’s seeks to build “regional centers of excellence” in “key service areas.” One of these areas involves promoting the health of aging adults through geriatric specialists at the Medical Center’s main location and a dedicated Senior Services facility at 2 Trap Falls Rd. in Shelton, adjacent to the Urgent Care Walk-In Center. For more information, call 1-855-331-1113. Senior Services works to understand the complex needs of older adults and be a resource to help them and their families attain and maintain health and indepen-dence. The aim is to create a comprehensive and coordinated network of care, comple-menting that of primary care physicians, and providing assistance with medications/pre-scriptions, consultations about treatment and care, and evaluations of the effectiveness of various care options for the senior involved.Club 50/BoomersSt. Vincent’s sponsors Club 50/Boomers as an organization for people age 50 and older who are interested in maintaing their health through educational programs and social events, including lectures, health screen-ings, wellness programs and excursions. Membership is free, and anyone over 50 can join. Membership offers discounts on the programs and excursions and also on parking, meals at St. Vincent’s, various publications and prescription drugs at most pharmacies. For more information, call 203-576-5111. 34

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37DEMENTIA CAREenjoy the benefits of living in a thriving, yet intimate retirement community. Wonderful amenities are all included in a modest rental fee. Inn residents also have priority access to Waveny LifeCare Network’s continuum of healthcare services, programs and facilities, including Waveny Care Center and Waveny Home Healthcare. See ad, page 15.Tower One/Tower East18 Tower Ln., New Haven, CT 06519 .......(203) 772-1816Tower One/Tower East is an affordable active senior living community located in the heart of one of New England’s most historic and vital cities. For more than four decades, we have provided a safe and vibrant environment for older persons of varying means from the Greater New Haven area, around the state and beyond. And while we are proud of our ability to readily respond to the changing needs of Tower One/Tower East residents and their families, our dedication to providing high-quality living arrangements will never waiver. See ad, page 36.Dementia CareBrightview Senior Living of New Canaan162 New Canaan Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850 ...(203) 989-4774www.brightviewonNewCanaan.comWe bring everything together to help you live your most vibrant, fulfilling life.Our community features dedicated Assisted Living apartments and a specially-designed Wellspring Village neighborhood for Memory and Dementia Care. Brightview’s innovative SPICE philosophy is the foundation for ongoing wellness efforts and the model on which resident activities are planned. Including five holistic elements of wellness—Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Cultural, and Emotional—the SPICE approach uses a blend of programs to create meaningful, healthy, stimu-lating, and positive lifestyles—for residents and associates.Residents enjoy a daily calendar full of enriching and inspiring SPICE programs, important for the well-being of people of all ages. Call today for a free tour. See ad, this page.What Makes Our Residents Shine So Bright?Call Diane or Maria to schedule your family’s personal visit.203.857.1836 162 New Canaan Avenue Norwalk, CT 06850BrightviewonNewCanaan.comFun-filled days to look forward to• Opportunities to rediscover favorite pastimes, share meals with friends or enjoy their privacy• Potential and possibilities – not limitations – guide our programs and careEveryone benefits from Brightview• Residents thrive through physical and cognitive exercise, music, art, lifelong learning, and so much more!• Specialized dementia care neighborhood, Wellspring Village®, is on campus if needed• Families have complete peace of mindBrightview. Bright Life!Please patronize our advertisers to thank them for making this directory possible.

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38Elder Abuse PreventionJewish Senior Services • Center for Elder Abuse Prevention P.O. Box 9121, Bridgeport, CT 06601 .......(203) 396-1097 www.jseniors.org The Center provides a safe haven and supportive services for seniors 60 and older in a crisis because of elder mistreatment. The Center also offers FREE community education on Elder Abuse and works in collaboration with CAPE (Coalition for the Advocacy, Prevention and Elimination of Abuse in later life) to increase awareness in the Greater Bridgeport community. See ad, back cover.Elder Care Waveny LifeCare Network3 Farm Road, New Canaan, CT 06840 .......(203) 594-5331www.waveny.org. For 40 years, person-centered care has been at the heart of Waveny’s mission. Like a river, our comprehen-sive continuum of programs, services and residential options flows fluidly to benefit those we serve. We welcome older adults from all areas. Contact us today to arrange a tour of our award-winning New Canaan campus! See ad, page 15.Elder Care CounselingRobert J. Hurley, LCSW, DCSWLicensed Diplomate In Clinical Social Work 2505 Main St., Suite 208, Stratford CT 06615(203) 386-1977 .....................rjhurley@sbcglobal.netI’ve enjoyed counseling older adults and their families for over 35 years in psychiatric, family agency, nursing home and private practice settings. I would be happy to talk with you about your issues and concerns. See ad, this page.ELDER ABUSE PREVENTIONRobert J. Hurley, LCSW, DCSWLicensed Diplomate in Clinical Social WorkCounseling for older adults and their families regarding relationship conicts, grief, illness, anxiety, low mood and caregiver stress.More than 35 years’ experienceCovered by • Medicare • Medicare Advantage Plans • Many Commercial Insurances 2505 Main St., Suite 208, Stratford, CT 06615(203) 386-1977 • rjhurley@sbcglobal.netSandy Hook, CTwww.growingoptions.com (203) 258-2640Lisa@growingoptions.comWhat is Geriatric Care Management?A Geriatric Care Manager (GCM), also known as an Aging Life Care Professional, is a social service & nursing professional who specializes in assisting older and disabled individuals and their families with long or short term care arrangements. They understand all the health service resources available in the community and take the role as your advocate to define the right services needed to provide an enhanced quality of life for your loved one.Areas of focus include:• Assessments of physical, cognitive, emotional, financial and psychological condition.• Healthcare services: arrange, monitor and assist with Home Health aides, companion services, medication allocation, and doctor visits or other out-patient appointments, including transportation.• Homecare services: analysis of home environment for safety, electronic monitoring systems, home maintenance, social recreation, meal planning, transportation and shopping.• Financial and Legal Assistance: evaluate/referrals regarding: Power of Attorney, healthcare proxy, living wills, VA benefits & entitlements, Medicare and Medicaid, determining eligibility for insurance assistance programs, and asset protection.• Senior Living Communities: if needed, determine appropriate assisted living, skilled nursing home, long-term care, respite care or residential care living facility.• Specialty Areas: • Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease • Parkinson’s Disease • Physical Disability • Mental IllnessLisa Krauss, PresidentMA, LPC, NCC, CMCAging Life Care Professional

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39GERIATRIC ASSESSMENTS AND CARE MANAGEMENTGeriatric Assessments and Care ManagementGrowing Options, Inc.9A Grays Plain Rd. Sandy Hook, CT ..........(203) 258-2640lisa@growingoptions.comA resource for families in Western Connecticut who want assis-tance in balancing the increasing needs of their elderly loved ones, while maintaining their own responsibilities at work and home. See ad, page 38.Jewish Senior Services • Institute on Aging 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 . . . . (203) 396-1240 www.jseniors.org • email: ioa@jseniors.org A consultative service for elders living in the community. The Institute is dedicated to offering comprehensive geriat-ric assessment and referral, social service coordination, and caregiver support. Our team of geriatric professionals works to enhance the quality of life for those living with memory dis-orders through coordinated medical, psychological and social interventions that lead to an all-inclusive plan of care. Services include a comprehensive psycho-social, cognitive, and medical evaluation and caregiver assessment. Also, care man-agement services include referral, assistance with long-term planning, ongoing care coordination, assistance with comple-tion of documents, and supportive counseling to clients and family members. See ad, back cover.Home Care/Home Health CareComfort KeepersGreenwich, CT ...........................(203) 629-5029email: CKofLFC@comfortkeepers.comShelton, CT ..............................(203) 924-4949email: shelton@comfortkeepers.comComfort Keepers enables both seniors and those suffering from non-age-related conditions with services needed to help them remain safe and independent in the comfort of their own homes. We offer an extensive range of non-medical care ser-vices, tailored to the unique needs of each individual, including companionship, rehab recovery, chronic care and end-of-life support. Service is available hourly, 24/7, and live-in. Comfort Keepers is part of a nationwide network of over 750 quality providers, all dedicated to help people live happy, independent and dignified lives. See ad, page 40.Connecticut In-Home Assistance, LLC2285 Reservoir Avenue, Trumbull, CT 06611Toll Free ...........................855-412-CARE (2273)www.CTHomeCare.com• Personal Care: Bathing, Dressing, Toileting, Assistance with Mobility • Homemaker: Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, Laundry, Meal Prep • Cleaning Service: House Cleaning, includ-ing Windows, Carpets and More • Companion: Transportation, Monitor Safety, Socialization • Hourly or Shifts—Live-In Statewide Immediate Help Available. See ad, page 4 and this page.Griswold Home CareStratford • 1122 Broadbridge Ave., Stratford, CT 06615. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (203) 380-2700Bethel/Danbury • 43 Grassy Plain St., Bethel, CT 06801 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (203) 794-7422Norwalk • 193 East Ave., Norwalk CT 06855. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (203) 304-6031www.GriswoldHomeCare.comPersonal care, homemaking and companionship in Fairfield County for 23 years. All caregivers receive a rigorous interview and background check. A free in-home assessment is conduct-ed on all cases. Low-cost, high-quality care ensured through quality audits. Covered by worker’s compensation, general liability and bonding insurance. Call for info on Parkinson and Alzheimer’s respite grants. Hourly and live-in. See ad, page 41.Quality, In-Home Care You Deserve!Hands-on owner, Renny Wieland, will insure your loved onewill get the best quality of carePersonal Care — Homemakers — Companions — Transportation — Hourly or Live-In203-452-9629Family Owned & Operatedwww.cthomecare.com925 White Plains Road • TrumbullAll Taxes PaidFully Insured & BondedAdditional Auto InsuranceLet Our Family Help Your FamilyFamily Owned & OperatedImmediate Help AvailablePersonal Care — Homemakers — Companions — Transportation — Hourly or Shifts — Live-In StatewideQuality, In-Home Care You Deserve!Hands-on owner, Renny Wieland, will insure your loved onewill get the best quality of carePersonal Care — Homemakers — Companions — Transportation — Hourly or Live-In203-452-9629Family Owned & Operatedwww.cthomecare.com925 White Plains Road • TrumbullAll Taxes PaidFully Insured & BondedAdditional Auto InsuranceR.N. Supervision Fully Insured & BondedFREE In-Home ConsultationToll free: 855-412-CARE (2273)Licensed by the Department of Consumer Protection2285 Reservoir AvenueTrumbullwww.cthomecare.comNEW Cleaning Service available

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40Jewish Senior Services The Roy and Aline Friedman Home Care Agency/Friedman Home Care 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 ....(203) 396-1136 www.jseniors.org • email: homecare@jseniors.org Clients throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties can now receive all of their home care needs from one organization with a reputation for quality care. Hourly and live-in skilled and non-skilled service options are available. 24-hour on-call sup-port is available for all home care. Our professional caregivers are fully trained in providing excellent one-on-one care and are dedicated to fostering a positive environment for the promotion of independence and well-being of each client. The Roy and Aline Friedman Home Care Agency is a Medicare certified agency offering skilled services to individuals of all backgrounds. The agency works in coordination with our clients and their physicians to develop a care plan promoting restoration of health and independence. The skilled agency offers services typically following an injury or surgical procedure, or during an illness. These services are primarily covered by Medicare or the client’s medical insurance carrier. Friedman Home Care offers non-skilled services. This includes hourly or live-in home care for those needing additional short- term care not covered by their skilled benefits, as well as chronic or prolonged care. These services include assistance with activities of daily living, personal care, light housekeeping, laundry, errands, grocery shopping, transportation to appoint-ments, socialization and companionship. These services are either private pay or covered by most long-term care insur-ance. Our agency specializes in partnering with our clients to file claims with their long-term care insurance. See ad, back cover.KeepMeHomeCall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (877) 302-2323Your Home. Our caring people. A care and companion agency. www.keepmehome.com. See ad, this page.Stratford Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. (VNA)88 Ryders Lane, Stratford, CT 06614 ........1-800-698-5871Local Care by Local Staff 24 hours/Seven Days a Week 203-375-5871• Please visit our web site: www.StratfordVNA.org See ad, page 41.HOME CARE/HOME HEALTH CAREI Want to Stay in My Own Home!We Help People Remain Safe & IndependentAffordable Non-Medical In-Home CareCompanionship • Meal Preparation Personal Care • Incidental Transportation Grocery Shopping & Errands • Light Housekeeping Laundry & Linen Washing • Grooming & Dressing Guidance Family Respite Care • 24-Hour & Live-In Care AvailableOur staff is caring and compassionateCarefully screened, bonded and insuredCT DCP Reg. #HCA 108 & 141www.comfortkeepers.comMost offices independently owned and operated.Lower Fairfield County203-629-5029Upper Fairfield & Lower N. Haven Counties203-924-4949 (860) 439-0288 Groton (203) 773-1201 New Haven(860) 829-4500 Berlin (877) 302-2323 StatewideAll the assistance you need to stay at home.Companions, PCA’s & Live In’s • Nursing & TherapyHome modifications and improvements • Respite Services.

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42Nursing HomesJewish Senior Services, The Jewish Home 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 . . . . (203) 365-6483 www.jseniors.org • email: admissions@jseniors.org The Jewish Home is a premier provider of senior health ser-vices in Connecticut. The skilled nursing and short-term reha-bilitation facility has been serving the community for over 40 years with an unparalleled level of quality and personalized care. The dedicated team of caring professionals provides specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The Jewish Home offers services and amenities to maximize the quality of life for residents and their families in a household model of care that provides private rooms with bath in 23 houses of 14 residents each. Combining the latest geriatric advances with a prac-tice principle emphasizing the uniqueness of each resident. Offering an extensive activity schedule, including therapeutic recreation programs, pet therapy and intergenerational pro-grams, a computer lab, library, beauty salon, barbershop and work activity center, and frequent trips to theaters, museums, gardens and beaches. See ad, back cover. Notre Dame Convalescent Homes, Inc.76 West Rocks Road, Norwalk, CT 06851 ......203-847-5893www.ndch-sstv.orgOur goal is to optimize the quality of life. We are a caring place between Hospital and Home with our New Intensive Stroke Rehabilitation Program. Our welcoming and home-like 60-bed residence, including 6 private rooms, is located on five land-scaped acres in Norwalk, CT, and is operated under the loving sponsorship of The Sisters of Saint Thomas of Villanova. See ad, page 43.Outpatient Rehabilitation Centers Jewish Senior Services • Outpatient Rehabilitation Services 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 . . . . (203) 365-8454 www.jseniors.org • email: outpatienttherapy@jseniors.org This state-of-the-art facility is staffed with a team of clinical pro-fessionals in physical and occupational therapy and speech lan-guage pathology. The focus is on restoring mobility to improve ambulation, independence, strength and balance for clients. After an initial comprehensive assessment, therapists design a customized program to enable clients to attain their personal goals. These individualized programs are updated throughout the course of rehabilitation with the safest and most cutting-edge techniques. We also offer exercise classes, a Wellness and Fitness Center open to the public and so much more. See ad, page 21 and back cover.Rehabilitation FacilitiesJewish Senior ServicesGoldstein Rehabilitation Center 4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 . . . . (203) 365-6483 www.jseniors.org • email: rehab@jseniors.org The best in clinical care and personal attention. A staff that understands your needs and provides the medical interventions necessary to help recovery from injury or illness as quickly and safely as possible. Physical, Occupational and Speech therapists will work with you throughout your stay to ensure your steady progress and your return to optimal functioning. Expertise includes cardiac, orthopedic and respiratory rehabilitation. In addition, Intravenous (IV) Therapy, Pain Management, Wound Management, Tracheostomy and Non-ventilator Respiratory Care are provided. During your stay, Jewish Senior Services’ full array of amenities will be available to you, including: Beauty Salon, Courtyard Café, internet access, recreational activities, library, gift shop, and visiting areas. See ad, page 21 and back cover.At Bridges® by EPOCH at Trumbull, our community is exclusively designed for those living with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Our Difference:• All-inclusive monthly fee • Research-based, personalized programming• Nurses and specially trained team on site 24/7www.BridgesbyEPOCH.comRemarkable Memory Care Assisted LivingRemarkable people. Exceptional care.2415 Reservoir Avenue, Trumbull, CT 06611Call today to learn more!203.779.6992 (CT Relay 711)NURSING HOMES

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44AttorneysBeck & Beck, LLC83 Booth Street, Stratford, CT 06614 ........(203) 375-2222262 Meriden Rd., Waterbury, CT 06705 ......(203) 596-2973110 Wall Street, 11th Fl., New York, NY 10005-3198 .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (212) 709-8101BeckandBeck@SBCGlobal.net • www.ctbecklaw.com Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Proxies, Medicaid Planning, Living Wills, Personal Injury, Real Estate, General Litigation, Malpractice and Collections. Home vis-its possible. See ad, page 45.Braunstein & Todisco, P.C.One Eliot Place, Fairfield, CT 06824 .........(203) 254-1118Committed to Protecting the Dignity, Financial and Legal Rights of Seniors. See ad, this page. Eliovson & Tenore/Elderlaw & Family Counseling Associates, LLC117 Tunxis Hill Rd., Fairfield, CT ............(203) 259-7195Specializing in Elder Law and Estate Planning. See ad, page 45.ATTORNEYSLegal, Insurance, Real Estate, Mortgages/ Reverse Mortgages, and Financial ProfessionalsProviding Professional Personal ServiceAmy E. Todisco*amy@btlawﬁrm.comOne Eliot Place • Fairﬁeld, CT 06824-5154Phone: (203) 254-1118 • Fax: (203) 254-2453 • www.btlawﬁrm.com*President, Connecticut Chapter National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Inc. 2009-2010; Connecticut Bar Association Elder Law Committee, Executive Committee member.• Medicaid (“Title 19”) Eligibility, Planning and Protection of Asset Strategies; Medicaid Applications and Appeals• Involuntary Conservatorships• Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives• Estate Planning• Probate• Wills,Trusts & Estates• Special Needs Trusts and Planning&BraunsteinTodisco, P.C.Attorneys at LawCommitted To Protecting the Dignity, Financial and Legal Rights of SeniorsKevin Kelly & Associates Attorneys at LawSTATIONHOUSE SQUARE 2505 Main Street, Building 1, Suite 221, Stratford, CT 06615. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (203) 386-1282 Fax: 203-386-1795 • www.kevinkellylaw.comElder Law • Estate Planning • Probate • Real Estate • Medicaid • Business Law See ad, page 45.Law Office of James M. Hughes1432 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 ........(203) 256-1977E-mail: Hughes_james@sbcglobal.net• Elder Law and Title 19/MEDICAID Planning and Spend-down • Wills, Power of Attorney & Health Care Instructions • Veteran’s Benefits • Trusts • Estates and Probate • Real Estate See ad, page 14.Please patronize our advertisers to thank them for making this directory possible.

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49Joseph Ganim, MayorMargaret Morton Government Center999 Broad Street • Bridgeport, CT 06604203-576-7201 • Fax: 203-576-3913E-mail: mayor@bridgeportct.govMAYOR’S COMMISSION ON SENIOR CITIZENSMembers appointed by Mayor for two-year terms to study conditions and needs of elderly and recommend solutions to their problems.Members: Frances Newby • Chairperson Robert J. Burdo • Vice Chairperson Beverely Chimino, Frances Cidorowich Bettie Cook, Anetha Days, Sheila Terry, Julie VergaraBRIDGEPORT DEPARTMENT ON AGING307 Golden Hill St. • Bridgeport, CT 06604 203-576-7993 • Fax: 203-576-7521 E-mail: Marie.Heller@Bridgeportct.gov.Public Facilities Director John Ricci 203-576-7130Superintendent of Recreation Luann Conine 203-576-8080Project Director Marie Heller 203-576-7989Black Rock Senior Center Coordinator Bonnie Roach 203-576-7258East Side Senior Center Community Project Coordinator Rosemary Wong 203-576-7212North End Bethany Senior Center Coordinator Carrie Taylor 203-576-7730 • Recreation and exercise programs: Variety of programs at all three senior centers, including bingo, ceramics classes, Wii practice daily, line dancing, arts, Red Hat Society club, chair exercise, trips, Grandparents Club. • Senior Transportation Program: Free transportation for members only to Eisenhower Senior Center. Convenient pickup points throughout the city. BRIDGEPORT SENIOR CENTERSEisenhower Senior Center307 Golden Hill St. 06604 • 203-576-7993Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Ceramics Classes are Tues. and Thurs., 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Karaoke singing; Zumba; T’ai Chi; chair exercises; weekly trips are also available, along with manicures on Mondays. Call Center for information. Daily lunch pro-vided by CW Resources, Inc.Black Rock Senior Center2676 Fairfield Ave. • Bridgeport, CT 06605 203-576-7258 • Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4 p.m.Exercise equipment available. • Bingo: Wed., 12:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. • Line dancing: Mon., 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. • Movie: Mon. 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. • crafts/knit classes • Daily lunch provided at noon.East Side Senior Center1057 East Main St. (corner of Arctic St.) • Bridgeport, CT 06606 • 203-576-7212 • Hours 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. • Daily activities: Dominos, dartboard, bingo, billiards, LCR dice game, Sudoku, jigsaw and Jenga puzzles, ping-pong. Weekly activities highlights: Information and referrals, Choices health insurance counselor, handcraft arts, adult meditative coloring, looming knitting, music therapy, pic-ture drawing class, karaoke singing, Merengue dancing exercise. Nutrition Spanish lunch program offered daily by CW resources, Inc.We provide information, assistance and health insurance benefit counseling to Bridgeport senior residents 55 and older, and their families and caregivers.We also assist in the application process of the Renters Rebate program and Connecticut Energy Assistant pro-gram. Hours: Mon-Fri., 9:00am-4:00pm 203-576-8302 or 203-576-7212.North End Bethany Senior Center20 Thorme St. • Bridgeport, CT 06606 • 203-576-7730Bingo: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. • Chat Session: 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Plus: Billiards, craft classes, exercise class, line dancing, movies, pinochle, pokeno, Wii practice.TRANSPORTATION SERVICESFor pickup of seniors under the Senior Transportation Program of the Department of Social Services, call 203-576-8247, 203-576-7993.TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSThe City, both by itself and in conjunction with the State of Connecticut, offers several tax relief programs for the elderly and certain other groups. The programs are administered by the Tax Assessor’s Office.BRIDGEPORTCity of Bridgeport

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50Adam W. Dunsby, First SelectmanE-mail: adunsby@eastonct.govEaston Town Hall225 Center Rd. • Easton, CT 06612Mailing Address: P.O. Box 61 • Easton, CT 06612203-268-6291 • Fax: 203-268-4928 • www.eastonct.govTown Hall Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.COMMISSION FOR THE AGINGDevelops policies and exercises oversight regarding needs of senior citizens. Acting Chair • Joel Peskay Linda Dollard Gail Gay Phyllis Machledt Karen Martin Mary Pajonas Margaret Silvestri Lisa TasiMUNICIPAL AGENT/SENIOR SERVICESResponsible for referrals and assistance with federal, state and local programs, including, but not limited to, Insurance, Food Stamps, Social Security, Medicare and Town of EastonEASTONDaniel J. Kenny, CCMA, SPA, Acting Tax AssessorCity Hall, Room 105, 45 Lyon Ter.Bridgeport, CT 06604 • 203-576-7241 Fax: 203-332-5521 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.For information specifically about the tax relief programs, call 203-576-8062.BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEMBurroughs-Saden Library (Main Library)Burroughs Building 925 Broad St. 06604 • 203-576-7400Black Rock Branch 2705 Fairfield Ave. 06605 • 203-576-7025Newfield Branch1230 Stratford Ave, 06607 • 203-576-7828North Branch3455 Madison Ave. 06606 • 203-576-7003Old Mill Green Branch1677-81 E. Main St. 06608 • 203-576-7634PROBATE COURTJudge Paul GanimCity Hall Annex, 999 Broad St. • Bridgeport, CT 06604 203-576-3945 • Fax: 203-576-7898CALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.BRIDGEPORT POLICE DEPARTMENTArmando J. Perez, ChiefHeadquarters: 300 Congress St. • Bridgeport, CT 06604Non-emergency complaints: 203-576-7671Non-emergencies information: 203-581-5100 E-mail: bptctpd@bridgeportct.gov Records/Property Division: 203-581-5270 Criminal Background Checks: 203-581-5270 Victim Assistance: 203-336-5522BRIDGEPORT FIRE DEPARTMENTRichard E. Thode, ChiefHeadquarters: 30 Congress St. • Bridgeport, CT 06604Non-emergencies: 203-337-2070 • Fax: 203-333-4940Free smoke detectors: 203-335-8835E-mail: bridgeport.fireemail@bridgeportct.gov Fire StationsHeadquarters: 30 Congress St. • 203-576-7666Engine 3 & 4: 233 Wood Ave. • 203-576-7660Engine/Ladder 6: 1035 Central Ave. • 203-576-7667Engine 7/Ladder 11: 245 Ocean Ter. • 203-576-7830Engine/Ladder 10: 950 Boston Ave. • 203-576-7673Engine 12: 265 Beechmont Ave. • 203-576-7675Engine 15: 104 Evers St. • 203-576-7677Engine 16: 3115 Madison Ave. • 203-576-7678BRIDGEPORT’S POPULATION BY AGE(Source: Latest Decennial U.S. Census)60-64 6,06865-74 7,57475-84 4,65285+ 2,262Total 60+ 20,556Total population of Bridgeport: 144,229Percentage 60 years of age or over: 14.2%Land area: 17.5 sq. mi.

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51EASTONFuel Assistance for Easton residents over the age of 60.Alison Witherbee • 650 Morehouse Rd., Easton, CT 06612203-268-1137 • Hours: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTORAdministers various programs to assist disabled and low-income Easton residents under the age of 60. Alison Witherbee • 203-268-1137SENIOR CENTERCenter is “intellectual, educational, cultural and social center for adults of all ages, but especially for retirees, seniors and physically challenged adults . . . . purpose is to enrich the town . . . and to provide assistance to [those] in need.”650 Morehouse Rd. 06612 • 203-268-1145 Fax: 203-268-9586 • e-mail: eseniorc@optonline.net Hours: 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.Director • Val J. BuckleyPrograms and services include: • Availability of: audiobooks, cable TV, computers, CDs, DVDs, fax machine, Internet cafe, investment data, large-print books, Optelec reader, periodicals, photocopier, therapy equipment, video library. • Opportunities for: arts and crafts, quilting, knitting, weav-ing, card and board games, bridge lessons, bowling, ceramics, culinary classes, driver’s ed for elderly, film show-ings, trips, musical programs, excercise programs.• Presentations on: law, finance, art, religion, more. • Scheduled presence of: hair stylist, handyman, massage therapist, notary public/justice of the peace, seamstress.• Trips: day and vacation trips.• Dial-a-Ride: van transportation 7 days a week.SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS/TRANSPORTATION SERVICESContact Municipal Agent/Senior Services, Social Services Director and Senior Center for information on these services.TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSOn matters relating to assessments and elderly, Office of the Assessor prepares homeowners’ forms to be sent to state for approval.Town Hall • 203-268-6291 • Fax: 203-268-4928 E-mail: trainieri@eastonct.govAssessor • Teresa RainieriTax Relief for the Elderly Committee assists with local tax relief issues. In September 2008 an ordinance recommend-ed by the Committee was approved by a town meeting. The ordinance raised the income limit for the existing tax abatement program in phases from $70,000 in 2008 to $85,000 in 2011 and added two new options to the pro-gram: a tax freeze and a tax deferral plan.PUBLIC LIBRARY691 Morehouse Rd. 06612 203-261-0134 • Fax: 203-261-0708• www.easton.library.orgHours: Mon. & Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tues. & Wed.,10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Thurs., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Director • Lynn ZaffinoE-mail: lzaffino@eastonlibrary.orgPROBATE COURT Easton is part of Probate Court for District 46.5866 Main St. • Trumbull, CT 06611 • 203-452-5068Judge • T.R. RoweCALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.POLICE DEPARTMENT700 Morehouse Rd. 06612 Non-emergencies: 203-268-4111 • Fax: 203-268-6703www.eastonctpolice.comChief • Timothy ShawR.U.O.K Telephone Reassurance Program available free to any resident homebound, medically disabled or over 60. Each day call is placed to individual’s home via computer. If no response, second call is placed. If still no response, officer is dispatched to residence and relative or key holder contacted.FIRE DEPARTMENT 1 Center Rd. • Easton, CT 06612 Non-emergencies: 203-268-2833www.eastonct.gov/fire-departmentChief • Steve WaughVOLUNTEER EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE (EMS)EMS has several full-time staffers, dozens of volunteers and two ambulances functioning in cooperation with first-responders in Police Department. 448 Sport Hill Rd. • Easton, CT 06612 Non-emergencies: 203-452-9595 • Fax: 203-452-7660 Chief of Service • Carolyn KearneyE-mail: chief@eastonems.com

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52Michael C. Tetreau, First Selectman Office of the First SelectmanJohn J. Sullivan Independence Hall, 2nd Fl 725 Old Post Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824 203-256-3030 • Fax: 203-256-3008 E-mail: FirstSelectmanFFld@fairfieldct.orgConstituent Concerns Kathleen Griffin • 203-256-3031E-mail: kgriffin@fairfieldct.orgDeputy Chief of Staff Jennifer Carpenter • 203-256-3030 E-mail: jcarpenter@fairfieldct.org www.fairfieldct.org/firstselectmanOld Town Hall611 Old Post Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824Town Hall Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Town Switchboard Operator: 203-256-3000Fax for Other Than the First Selectman: 203-256-3080Town Web site: www.fairfieldct.orgHUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES Advised by Human Services Commission, the Depart-ment of Human and Social Services arranges for the provision of programs and services to adults of all ages, including senior citizens and people with disabilities. Director • Teresa Giegengack100 Mona Terrace • Fairfield, CT 06824 203-256-3166Town of FairfieldFAIRFIELD 60-64 47165-74 62275-84 35785+ 171Total 60+ 1,620Total population of Easton: 7,490Percentage 60 years of age or over: 21.3%Land area: 28.6 sq. mi.HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF EASTON, INC.Located in a special section of the Easton Library.691 Morehouse Rd. • Easton, CT 06612 • 203-261-2090Hours: By appointment • Please write for information.President • Chester BurleyOPEN SPACESA combination of public and private action has provided Easton residents with the benefits of considerable open space.Town of Easton Open SpacesThe following Town-owned areas are open, where appropriate, for cross-country skiing, dog walking, fishing, hiking, riding and snowshoeing. • Mill River Open Space (6.8 acres) Provides fishing accesses along the Mill River off South Park Ave. • Paine Open Space (130 acres) Located off Maple Rd. • Steep Hill Open Space (1.1 acres) Located near the south end of North Park Ave.Aspetuck Land TrustPrivate, nonprofit Connecticut corporation dedicated to the preservation of open space in perpetuity in Easton, Fairfield, Weston and Westport. Owns over 800 acres of open space in these towns. Nature preserves open to the public make up over 600 of the 800 acres. Trust has four preserves totaling 215 acres open in Easton for cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking, riding and snowshoeing. • Crow Hill Nature Preserve (162 acres) Located at the end of Wyldewood Rd. • Island Pond/Pond View Preserve (10 acres) Located within the town-owned Paine Open Space. • Poindexter Nature Preserve (38 acres) Located off Judd Rd. between Maple Rd. and Knapp St. • William Warner Angler’s Preserve (5 acres) Provides three fishing accesses along the Mill River off South Park Ave. OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSAnimal Control/Shelter • 203-268-9172Conservation Dept. • 203-268-6291Easton Community Center • 203-459-9700Parks and Recreation Dept. • 203-268-7200Planning and Zoning Dept. • 203-268-6291Post Office • 203-261-8386Public Works Dept. • 203-268-0714Registrars of Voters • 203-268-6291Tax Collector • 203-268-6291Town Clerk • 203-268-6291EASTON’S POPULATION BY AGE(Source: Latest Decennial U.S. Census)

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53FAIRFIELDBIGELOW CENTER FOR SENIOR ACTIVITIESThe Bigelow Center is the main resource location for activities and services for older adults and their families and caregivers.100 Mona Terrace • Fairfield, CT 06824 203-256-3166 • Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. www.fairfieldct.org/bigelowcenter Manager • Julie DeMarco • Activities: defensive driving courses; fitness and exercise programs; dancing; arts and crafts; bingo and card games; senior groups (music/singing, TV/video, investment, walking, others); movies; Learning in Retirement programs; computer classes and Continuing Education classes.• Services (by appointment): information, refer-ral, assessment and counseling regarding: Medicare/Medigap; HMOs; certain legal matters; long-term care; fuel assistance; tax assistance; volunteer opportunities; family problems; Title 19 and other entitlements; housing assistance; home care and visits; nursing homes/assisted living; support groups; more. For information about an appointment with a social worker regarding careplanning or entitlements, call 203-256-3166. • Health screenings (by schedule): blood pressure and others.• Craft Shop: Hours: Mon.-Fri., 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.• Hot Lunch: reservations required two days in advance; $2.00 donation suggested. Hours: Mon.-Fri., 12:00 p.m.• Monthly newsletter: describes Center activities and lunch menus. Available at the Center, Town Hall, libraries and other locations in the community.SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERSThe Town provides support groups for families and caregivers of older adults. For information,call the Department of Human and Social Services at 203-256-3166.TRANSPORTATION SERVICESBuses are available for transportation for seniors. Please call the Senior Center dispatcher at 203-256-3168, Mon. through Fri. between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for service.Bus service is limited to:• Doctor’s appointments• Grocery shopping on scheduled days according to location and limited to 1½ hours• Coming to the Senior Center• Special approved outingsThere are no exceptions to this schedule of trips. Fee for riding the bus varies with destination and type of trip. A ten-punch bus ticket may be purchased at the dispatcher’s office for $5.00.• Bus service to the Senior Center or shopping is one punch for round trip.• Bus service to the doctor in: • Fairfield is two punches each way (or $2.00 round trip); • Bridgeport is four punches each way (or $4.00 round trip)For reservation information or further details, please call the Senior Center dispatcher.EUNICE POSTOL RECREATION CENTER75 Mill Plain Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824 203-256-3191 • Fax: 203-256-3145 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sat./Sun., 9 a.m.-4p.m. • www.fairfieldct.org/recreationIn addition to facilities for classes, games and events, the Recreation Center maintains a fully equipped and staffed fitness center for aerobics, strength training and other exercises. A yearly membership in the Recreation Center is $110 for persons 62 and older. Three-month memberships are available for $55. Call the Center for more information. Persons who meet Social Services Department eligibility requirements may obtain yearly memberships for $55. Call 203-256-3170 for details.JEWISH SENIOR SERVICES GRASMERE BY THE SEA ADULT DAY SERVICESOlder adults who want to live at home, yet may need some assistance or supervision during the day can spend their weekdays at this certified adult day health care facility—a program of Jewish Senior Services in Fairfield. At Grasmere these seniors can participate in a range of activities and services. The program is located in the same building as the Jewish Senior Services Outpatient Program.Director • Danielle Jackson1 Post Rd., 1st Fl. • Fairfield, CT 06824203-365-6470 • Fax: 203-374-4851E-mail: djackson@jseniors.orgHours: Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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54FAIRFIELD • Activities: mental stimulation games; exercise; arts and crafts; baking; flower arranging; pet therapy; intergen-erational activities; live entertainment; music; dancing; slide shows; trips to beaches, galleries, museums; social events and parties; meals; newsletter; more. • Services: Interdisciplinary team of professionals– director, full time registered nurse, certified nurse’s aides, social worker, recreation director and assistants, admin-istrative support--and trained, supervised volunteers pro-vides assessments, counseling, monitoring to clients and families with regard to accessing entitlements, carrying out long-term care planning, and coping with cognitive, emotional or physical limitations. Door-to-door trans-portation by paratransit drivers available for most clients of Grasmere. Affordable rates charged for enrollment. Contact Grasmere social worker or R.N. regarding enroll-ment procedures. Financial assistance arranged for those who qualify. Pertinent information from client’s physician required for enrollment.TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSThe Town, in conjunction with the State of Connecticut, offers several tax relief programs for the elderly and dis-abled persons. The programs are administered by the Assessor’s Office.611 Old Post Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824 • 203-256-3110 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. www.fairfieldct.org/taxassessorHOUSING PROGRAMSThe Town, through its Office of Community & Economic Development (OCED), maintains a list of providers of housing for the elderly and disabled in Fairfield. As these facilities are operated by different entities, those interested should contact each one individually to determine current availability, eligibility requirements and application procedures. To see this list, go to http://www.fairfieldct.org/ced-elderly.htm and click on the appropriate link. For information on Rental Assistance or the Housing Choice Vouchers Program under the federal Section 8 program, contact Carol Martin, 203-366-0578.The Handyman Program is administered by OCED with federal funding to assist low-income homeowners with minor maintenance and repairs. For information, contact 203-256-3120. www.fairfieldct.org/commdevelopmentFAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEME-mail: kronald@fplct.orgFairfield Public Library (Main Library)1080 Old Post Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824203-256-3155Fairfield Woods Branch Library1147 Fairfield Wood Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06825 203-255-7307Pequot Library720 Pequot Ave. • Southport, CT 06890 203-259-0346PROBATE COURT Judge Daniel Caruso725 Old Post Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824 • 203-256-3041 CALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.For noncritical situations, call the following numbers (in various departments):Unusual activities/ possible public safety problems 203-254-4800Health issues 203-256-3020Road, tree problems, etc. 203-256-3177Storm or disaster infoline 203-254-4899Homeland Security concerns or suspicions 1-866-457-8477FAIRFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT100 Reef Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824Non-emergencies: 203-254-4800Gary MacNamara, ChiefE-mail: gmacnamara@fairfieldct.orgWeb site: www.fpdct.comThe “Are You OK?” electronic reassurance program allows elderly, handicapped or homebound persons to register with the Police Department to receive a phone call at their residences at a predetermined time each day. If there is no answer after two attempts, the Emergency Communications Center (open 24 hours a day) is notified, and a police officer is dispatched to the residence to check on the well-being and safety of the subscriber. There is no charge for the service, and applications to register are available at the Police Department or the front office of the Fairfield Senior Center. The Police Department also maintains a program

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55under which anyone wishing to register a person who has Alzheimer’s may do so by coming to Department headquarters, completing a registration form and provid-ing two photos of the individual. Registration also can be done through the national Alzheimer’s Association. FAIRFIELD FIRE DEPARTMENT140 Reef Rd. • Fairfield, CT 06824 Non-emergencies: 203-254-4700 • Fax: 203-254-4724Denis McCarthy, ChiefE-mail: dmccarthy@fairfieldct.org Web site: www.FDFairfield.comEvery fall the Fire Department will go to the homes of residents 65 or older to change the batteries of all their smoke detectors. The Department maintains a database of all senior citizens whose batteries were changed the previous year and sends a letter to these seniors inform-ing them when it is again time for the Department to be changing batteries. To be included in the database, contact the Department. The Department also operates blood-pressure screenings and other programs for seniors.OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSAnimal Control • 203-254-4857Health Dept. • 203-256-3020Dept. of Public Works • 203-256-3010Recreation Dept. • 203-256-3144Registrars of Voters • 203-256-3115Tax Collector • 203-256-3100Town Clerk • 203-256-3090Planning and Zoning • 203-256-3050FAIRFIELD’S POPULATION BY AGE(Source: Latest Decennial U.S. Census)v60-64 3,00565-74 4,01275-84 3,03085+ 1,878Total 60+ 11,925Total population of the Town of Fairfield: 59,404Percentage 60 years of age or over: 20.2%Land area: 30.6 sq. mi.MONROE Steve Vavrek, First SelectmanMonroe Town Hall 7 Fan Hill Rd. • Monroe, CT 06468 203-452-2800, ext. 1001 • Fax: 203-452-5475E-mail: svavrek@monroect.org • www.monroect.orgMonroe Town Hall7 Fan Hill Rd. 06468 • 203-452-2800Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri., 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.MONROE COMMISSION ON AGINGCommission suggests development of programs and policies for advancing well-being of older adults of Monroe and provision of services to senior citizens by Department of Social and Senior Services.Chairman: Helma Chartier Jason Maur Vivian Capoccitti Kathy Quinn Amy Kopchak Beverly ZwierleinCOMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICES7 Fan Hill Rd. 06468 • 203-452-2813 Director • Barbara D. YeagerSocial Services Coordinator • Mary Ann KalmDepartment offers:• Referral and assistance with federal, state and local programs, including, but not limited to: Husky, Charter Oak Insurance, Food Stamps, Social Security (including SS Disability and Survivor’s benefits), Medicare, Medicaid, Tax Relief, and Rent Relief. Eligible residents helped to understand the process and information and to complete required paperwork and documentation.• Heating assistance programs (for those with low or moderate incomes), including: Connecticut Energy Assistance Program, Operation Fuel, Project Warmth and Utility programs. • Monroe Counseling Service. Short-term counseling sessions available to Monroe residents from Dierdre Ekholdt, LCSW. 203-452-2800, ext. 1178. • E-mail: dekholdt@monroect.org• Food Pantry at 980 Monroe Tpke. Provides nutritious food to eligible residents. Week’s worth of food distribut-ed once a month by appointment. Food can be delivered to those ill or without transportation. Food Pantry Coordinator • Wendy Jolls203-452-2817 • E-mail: foodpantry@monroect.orgTown of Monroe

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56MONROEFor information and to make reservations, call Transportation Coordinator Betsy Kraushaar at 203-452-2815. TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSThe Assessor’s Office is responsible for the administration of tax relief programs.7 Fan Hill Rd., Rm. 202 06468 203-452-2803 • Fax: 203-452-2253Assessor • Richard J. Lasky, Jr., CCMAFor information about property ownership, tax exemptions and tax relief, contact the Assessor’s Assistant. E-mail: Rcaiola@MonroeCT.orgEDITH WHEELER PUBLIC LIBRARY733 Monroe Tpke. 06468 203-452-2850 • Fax: 203-261-3359E-mail: reference@ewml.orgPROBATE COURTJudge T.R. Rowe 5866 Main St. • Trumbull, CT 06611 • 203-452-5068Monroe is under the jurisdiction of the same Probate Court as Trumbull and Easton.CALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.MONROE POLICE DEPARTMENTJohn L. Salvatore, Chief7 Fan Hill Rd. 06468Non-emergencies: 203-261-3622TRIAD is the Community Awareness Program for Seniors. It is an alliance of the Police Department, the Senior Center and the community to coordinate activi-ties for the safety and well-being of older adults. The “Are You OK?” Program is an extension of TRIAD. It is an automatic telephone-dialing system that calls senior citizens to check on their welfare.MONROE FIRE DEPARTMENTSHeadquarters: Monroe Company • George Lattanzi, ChiefStation 1 • 18 Shelton Rd. (Rte. 110)Station 2 • 54 Jockey Hollow Rd.Non-emergencies: 203-452-2827• Special programs. Clothing assistance available to resi-dents in event of fire or other disaster; donated holiday gifts distributed to residents based on need; Emergency Evacuation List available to residents needing assistance during an evacuation; information made available about File of Life, Yellow Dot Program, K-9 LAPS (Locating Alzheimer’s Patients Safely). For information about any programs mentioned here, call: 203-452-2813 or 203-452-2815.MONROE SENIOR CENTER235 Cutlers Farm Rd., Monroe, CT 06468 203-452-2815 • Fax: 203-452-2965 E-mail: byeager@monroect.orgHours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Wed. evenings and Sat. morning hours dependent on programs.Director • Barbara YeagerElderly Services Coordinator • Kim CassiaCenter offers:• Social, recreational, educational, programs and activities to anyone age 55 or older. Membership required. Annual fee (July-June) is $15.00 for Monroe residents, $20.00 for nonresidents. Some programs may require an additional fee.• Outreach. Available to residents age 60 and over permanently or temporarily confined to their homes or who are isolated, frail or low-income. Elderly Services Coordinator provides assistance regarding government entitlement programs and educates residents and their families about resources and services. For information, call Kim Cassia at 203-452-2815.SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERSFor information about such services, call Elderly Services Coordinator Kim Cassia at Senior Center, 203-452-2815.TRANSPORTATION SERVICESMedical and non-medical transportation within Monroe and to Bridgeport, Stratford, Trumbull available to residents 60+ or disabled on weekdays. Reservations required at least 48 hours in advance. Appointments must be: for Monroe, between 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; for Bridgeport, Stratford, Trumbull, between 9:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m. All appointments must conclude by 3:30 p.m.

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5760-64 1,14365-74 1,40175-84 87985+ 319Total 60+ 3,742Total population of the Town of Monroe: 19,479Percentage 60 years of age or over: 19.3%Land area: 26.4 sq. mi.Stepney Company • Scott Rose, Sr., ChiefStation 1 • 88 Main St.Station 2 • 801 Main St.Non-emergencies: 203-268-5389Stevenson Company • John Howe, ChiefStation 1 • 1580 Monroe Tpk.Station 2 • 1260 Monroe Tpk.Non-emergencies: 203-261-8120MONROE VOLUNTEER EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (MVEMS) John Brenna, EMS54 Jockey Hollow Rd. 06468 Non-emergencies: 203-452-2826Has three ambulances available for emergency medical services 24/7. Conducts yearly town-wide CPR training sessions and also offers instruction for those seeking to become certified as Emergency Medical Technicians or Medical Response Technicians.OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSAnimal Control/Shelter • 203-452-3760Health District • 203-452-2818Parks & Recreation Dept. • 203-452-2806Public Works Dept. • 203-452-2814Registrars of Voters • 203-452-2820Tax Collector • 203-452-2804Town Clerk • 203-452-2811MONROE’S POPULATION BY AGE(Source: Latest Decennial U.S. Census)vSHELTONMark A. Lauretti, MayorCity Hall 54 Hill Street • Shelton, CT 06484203-924-1555, ext. 1504 • Fax: 203-924-0185E-mail: shelton01@cityofshelton.orgShelton City Hall54 Hill St. 06484 • 203-924-1555 • www.cityofshelton.orgSENIOR COMMITTEEShelton’s Senior Committee addresses issues connected with aging and consists of nine members, appointed for two-year terms by the mayor. Regular meetings are held at the Shelton Senior Center at 4 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month.Senior Committee Members:Chairman: Walter Oko Margaret Keane Jill Bruno William Smarz Judson Crawford Roberta Sutkowski Cheryl Dziubina Marilyn TerlagaSHELTON SENIOR CENTER81 Wheeler St. 06484203-924-9324Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Director • Doreen Laucella Provides a lunch program, health screenings, financial and insurance presentations, and educational, social and recreational programs (computer classes, field trips, more) for persons age 55 or older. Membership generally required for programs and activities ($4.00 for Shelton residents; $7.00-$10.00 for nonresidents). TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSThe Assessor’s Office in City Hall administers various state and local programs of tax relief for homeown-ers and veterans. Eligibility for the homeowners’ pro-gram requires: residency in Shelton; age of 65 years or older or total disability status; income within State of Connecticut qualifying levels. Some additional blind, disabled, “freeze,” homeowners’ and veterans’ programs are available, too. Also, renters’ rebate applications will be accepted at Shelton Senior Center, 81 Wheeler St., Shelton, CT 06484. Rent receipts, utility receipts and City of Shelton

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59STRATFORDJohn A. Harkins, MayorStratford Town Hall, Room 202 2725 Main Street • Stratford, CT 06615203-385-4001 • Fax: 203-385-4108 E-mail: mayor@townofstratford.comwww.townofstratford.comMarc Dillon • Constituent Services and OutreachSTRATFORD SENIOR SERVICES DEPARTMENT1000 West Broad St. 06615203-385-4050 • Fax: 203-385-4057E-mail: baldwincenter@townofstratford.comOffice hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.Director Senior Services Diane PuterskiSocial Services Coordinator/ Municipal Agent for Elderly Shirley DominguezC.A.R.E.S. Coordinator Erin McLeodC.A.R.E.S. Activity Coordinator Mio Vazquez-RamosOutreach Coordinator Mary BalogHandicapped Info and Referrals Susan M. Pawluk 203-385-4020Transportation Scheduler 203-385-4051Stratford Senior Services provides information and per-sonal assistance to all Stratford residents over 60 years old with: Medicaid, Medicare, Snap, Social Security, Renters Rebate, Health Insurance Issues, Home Care Services, Energy Assistance, Farmers Market• Outreach ProgramProvides visits to homebound elderly, information about housing concerns and referrals for other services. Provides programs off-site at housing sites.BALDWIN CENTERThe Town runs a fully operational daily activity center for Stratford residents 55 and over. The Center offers a wide range of activities and events for both men and women. The Center also serves lunch Mon.-Fri. The Center is open Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.1000 West Broad St. 06615 • 203-385-4050 E-mail: baldwincenter@townofstratford.comSUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERSFor information about these services, call Senior Services Department, 203-385-4050.Programs, located at Baldwin Center, include:• C.A.R.E.S.—Community-At-Risk-Elderly-ServicesSocial Model Adult Day Program—currently offered five days a week • Family Caregiver Counselor Diane Puterski provides information on services offered in conjunction with the National Family Caregivers Association to those caring for adults 60 years of age and older, including: individual coun-seling that can assist caregivers in making decisions; caregivers’ training and education; respite care that can provide a caregiver with a much-needed break 203-385-4055 E-mail: dputerski@townofstratford.comHours: Tues.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.TRANSPORTATION SERVICESThe Town has a comprehensive transportation service for all residents over 60 years old and for all handi-capped residents over 21 years old. All medical-related rides are free of charge, and nonmedical rides are $1.00 each way. Transportation is available: Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Call 385-4051, Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., for reservations.Town of Stratford

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60STRATFORD60-64 3,10065-74 4,17675-84 3,17285+ 1,626Total 60+ 12,074Total population of the Town of Stratford: 51,384Percentage 60 years of age or over: 23.4%Land area: 18.7 sq. mi.TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSThe Town, both by itself and in conjunction with the State of Connecticut, offers several tax relief, energy assistance and rental rebate programs for senior citizens. You may be eligible if you: are aged 65 or older, totally disabled or blind, a veteran or the spouse of a veteran; meet certain income guidelines; or own a handicapped-equipped vehicle. The programs are administered by the Town Assessor’s office. Stratford Town Hall • 203-385-4025 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.STRATFORD LIBRARY2203 Main Street • Stratford, CT 06615Hours: Mon.-Thurs., 10:00 a.m-8:00 p.m.; Fri., Sat., 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Sun., 1-5 p.m., Oct.-May.Circulation desk: 203-385-4160; Reference desk: 203-385-4164; Administration: 203-385-4166E-mail: ask@stratford.lib.ct.usThe Library is accessible to people with a variety of physical disabilities. It is wheelchair-accessible at the Main Street entrance and all public areas are wheelchair-accessible except for the restrooms on the first floor. (The public restroom on the Lower Level is accessible.) Individuals with disabilities may contact the Library to discuss special needs, and the Library offers materials and programs for patrons with visual or auditory disabilities.Library Director • Sheri SzmanskiCALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.STRATFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT Joseph McNeil, Chief900 Longbrook Ave. • Stratford, CT 06614Non-emergencies: 203-385-4100 • Fax: 203-385-4019 E-mail: jmcneil@townofstratford.comSTRATFORD FIRE DEPARTMENT Robert McGrath, ChiefHeadquarters/Company 1 2704 Main St. • Stratford, CT 06615 Non-emergencies: 203-385-4070 • Fax: 203-381-2081E-mail: rmcgrath@townofstratford.comFire Company 2 • 1415 Huntington Rd. Stratford, CT 06614 • Non-emergencies: 203-385-4074Fire Company 3 • 20 Prospect Dr. Stratford, CT 06615 • Non-emergencies: 203-385-4076Fire Company 4 • 200 Oronoque Ln. Stratford, CT 06614 • Non-emergencies: 203-385-4079STRATFORD EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (EMS)Michael Loiz, Director2712 Main St. • Stratford, CT 06614CALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES. Non-emergencies: 203-385-4060 • Fax: 203-385-4156E-mail: emsadmin@stratfordems.orgWeb site: www.stratfordems.orgPROBATE COURTJudge Kurt M. AhlbergBirdseye Municipal Complex 468 Birdseye St., Stratford, CT 06615 • 203-385-4023OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSAnimal Control • 203-385-4068Health Dept. • 203-385-4090Planning & Zoning • 203-385-4017Public Works Dept. • 203-385-4080 Recreation Dept. • 203-385-4052Registrars of Voters • 203-385-4048Tax Collector • 203-385-4030Town Clerk • 203-385-4020STRATFORD’S POPULATION BY AGE (Source: Latest Decennial U.S. Census)

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61TRUMBULLTimothy M. Herbst, First Selectman203-452-5005 • Fax: 203-452-5038Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Chief of Staff • Lynn ArnowTrumbull Town Hall5866 Main St. • Trumbull, CT 06611203-452.5000 • www.trumbull-ct.govTown Hall Annex—Recreation DepartmentJudge Aram Tellalian Building5892 Main St. • Trumbull 06611TRUMBULL SENIOR CENTERDirector • Michele Jakab E-mail: mjakab@trumbull-ct.gov The Center at Priscilla Place23 Priscilla Place 06611 • 203-452-5199E-mail: seniorcenter@trumbull-ct.orgHours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.The Trumbull Senior Center programs include: educa-tion and recreation; travel; and a daily nutrition pro-gram. Free income tax assistance is provided through AARP. A safe driving course (AARP) enables seniors to receive a reduced insurance rate. Activities include danc-ing, crafts, games, exercise programs, socials, movies, bingo and computer lessons. C&W Resources provides daily hot lunches at the Center for a nominal fee. Box lunches are also available for take-home and weekends. Monthly newsletters are mailed to senior residents upon request and are available on the Town of Trumbull Web site: www.trumbull-ct.gov.TRANSPORTATION SERVICESThe Senior Center Transportation Department enables residents 60 years of age and older with-out transportation to attend Center programs, doctor appointments, shopping and special town activities.Senior Center - Transit: 203-452-5137Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES Director • Michele Jakab • 203-452-5198 The Department provides information and referrals such as assistance with applications for: Title 19/Medicaid; Renters Rebate; Tax Relief; Energy Assistance; Medicare Counseling; Home Health Care; and Extended Care Planning/Placement. The Department also manages the Trumbull Food Pantry located in the Senior Center. Other services include counseling for senior citizens and others in need of assistance with financial, emotional or family programs. Home visits may be available. NURSING DEPARTMENTLynn Steinbrick, Nursing DirectorThe Center at Priscilla Place23 Priscilla Place 06611 • Trumbull, CT 06611203-452-5090 • Fax: 203-452-3853A Geriatric Wellness Nurse, Teresa Cryan, is available at the Senior Center on Wednesdays and Thursdays to: provide health screenings, conduct educational program on health-related topics for Trumbull seniors; assist in making doctor appointments; lead seated exercise pro-grams; coordinate guest speakers on senior wellness topics; consult on common geriatric health concerns. She is also available at Stern Village Elderly Housing site to offer these services on Mondays. MARY J. SHERLACH COUNSELING CENTER121 Old Mine Rd. • Trumbull, CT 06611203-261-5110 • 203-452-5193 • www.trumbull-ct.govThe Mary J. Sherlach Counseling Center provides a clini-cal setting for individuals and family group therapy and crisis intervention services for individuals and families who are residents of Trumbull and for Town employees. The Center offers support services provided by Licensed Family Therapists, a Social Worker, and Drug and Alcohol Counselor. The Center assists in all stages of family tran-sition, including: adolescent, family and couples therapy: positive parenting: youth leadership programs: and sup-port for seniors.TAX RELIEF PROGRAMSThe Tax Assessor is responsible for implementing State and Town senior citizen and veteran tax relief programs.Town Hall, Main Floor 06611 • 203-452-5016Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Tax Assessor • Mark DeVesternTRUMBULL LIBRARY SYSTEM Director • Stefan LyhneE-mail: slyhne@trumbull-ct.gov• Main Library33 Quality St. 06611 203-452-5197 • Fax: 203-452-5125Town of Trumbull

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62TRUMBULL60-64 1,95665-74 2,86975-84 2,35785+ 1,361Total 60+ 7,182Total population of the Town of Trumbull: 36,018Percentage 60 years of age or over: 23.6%Land area: 23.29 sq. mi.www.trumbullct-library.gov• Fairchild-Nichols Memorial Branch Library 1718 Huntington Tpke. 06611 203-452-5196 • Fax: 203-452-5178The Trumbull Library System offers a wide range of items and services for senior citizens: large-print books in all genres and a large collection of CDs and downloadable audiobooks. Most of its extensive DVD collection is closed captioned for the hearing impaired. Homebound Delivery Service is available for those who are unable to come into the library buildings. Special services include: Librarian by Appointment (individualized reference help from a professional librarian); computer classes and eBook download demonstrations; book dis-cussions; online databases and helpful resources that can be accessed from home computer with library card; and a wide range of other programs of interest to seniorsCALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.TRUMBULL POLICE DEPARTMENTChief Michael Lombardo, Sr. 158 Edison Rd. 06611 • 203-261-3665 (non-emergency) E-mail: police@trumbull-ct.govReport suspicious activity to the Police Department.FIRE DEPARTMENTS/EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICESTrumbull Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1Station One • 860 White Plains Rd. • 203-452-0465Station Two • 1000 Daniels Farm Rd. www.trumbullufc.comLong Hill Fire Department Station One • 6315 Main St. • 203-459-0159Station Two • 5404 Main St. Station Three • 4229 Madison Ave. www.longhillfd.comNichols Fire DepartmentStation One • 100 Shelton Rd. • 203-378-1875 • www.nicholsfire.com Station Two • 582 Booth Hill Rd. Trumbull Emergency Medical Services250 Middlebrooks Ave. • 203-452-5146 (non-emergency)PROBATE COURTJudge T.R. Rowe • Town Hall 06611203-452-5068 • Fax: 203-452-5092OTHER IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERSAnimal Control/Shelter • 203-452-5088Arts Coordinator • 203-452-5065Trumbull-Monroe Health District • 203-452-1030Highway Garage • 203-452-5070Parks • 203-452-5075Public Works • 203-452-5045Recreation • 203-452-5060Registrars of Voters • 203-452-5059/5058Sewer Dept. - WPCA • 203-452-5048Tax Collector • 203-452-5024Town Clerk • 203-452-5035TRUMBULL’S POPULATION BY AGE (Source: Latest Decennial U.S. Census)Southwestern Connecticut Agency on AgingThe Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging (SWCAA) is a private, not-for-profit corporation established in 1974 and designated as one of a number of Area Agencies on Aging functioning under the Older Americans Act of 1965. (There are five such Agencies in Connecticut.) SWCAA utilizes federal and state funds to benefit the elderly in the 14-town region of southwestern Connecticut. These funds help support such services as nutrition, health care, in-home care, adult day care, respite care, legal assistance, transportation, senior centers, and outreach and social support. SWCAA researches and evaluates elderly issues, offers community education related to the needs of the elderly, and serves as an advocate for older individuals. It is a resource for information on and referrals to services for older adults, including health insurance, housing and in-home care. The Agency administers the CHOICES Program, Statewide Respite Program and the National Caregiver Support Program for the region. SWCAA is also an “Access Agency,” under contract with the Department of Social Services of the State of Connecticut, to provide care management to clients who receive home and community-based services through the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders.Southwestern CT Agency on Aging, Inc.1000 Lafayette Blvd. • Bridgeport, CT 06604Telephone Number (203) 333-9288Toll-Free Number 1-800-994-9422Fax Number (203) 332-2619

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63Alliance for Aging Research, 1700 K St. NW, Suite 740, Washington, DC 20006, Phone: 202-293-2856, www.agingresearch.org. Alzheimer’s Association, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601, Phone: 1-800-335-8700 (toll free), E-mail: info@alz.org, www.alz.org. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 9400 West Higging Rd. Rosemont, IL 60018, Phone: 847-823-7186, www.aaos.org. American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, 6728 Old McLean Village Drive, McLean, VA 22101, (703) 556-9222, www.aagponline.orgAmerican Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, 330 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60611, Phone: (312) 321-5146, E-mail: aacvpr@tmahq.com, www.aacvpr.org. American Cancer Society, 250 Williams St., NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, Phone: 1-800-ACS-2345 (227-2345) (toll free), www.cancer.org. American College of Surgeons, 633 North St. Clair St., Chicago, IL 60611-3211, Phone: 1-800-621-4111 (toll free), E-mail: post-master@facs.org, www.facs.org. American Council of the Blind, 1703 N. Beauregard St., Suite 420, Alexandria, VA 2220, Phone: (800) 424-8666, www.acb.orgAmerican Diabetes Association, 1701 North Beauregard St., Arlington, VA 22301, Phone: 1-800-DIABETES (342-2383) (toll free), www.diabetes.org. American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231, Phone: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721) (toll free), 1-888-4-STROKE (478-7653) (toll free), www.heart.org. American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Drive, Suite 1150 Chicago, IL 60601, Phone: 1-800-LUNG-USA (586-4872) (toll free), E-mail: info@lung.org, www.lung.org. American Parkinson Disease Association, 135 Parkinson Ave., Staten Island, NY 10305, Phone: 1-800-223-2732 (toll free), E-mail: apda@apdaparkinson.org. American Physical Therapy Association, 1111 North Fairfax St. Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: 1-800-999-2782, ext. 3395 (toll free), www.apta.org. American Podiatric Medical Association, 9312 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814, Phone: 1-800-FOOT-CARE (366-8227) (toll free), E-mail: askapma@apma.org, www.apma.org. American Society on Aging, 575 Market Street, Suite 2100, San Francisco, CA 94105, Phone: 1-800-537-9728 (toll free), E-mail: info@asaging.org, www.asaging.org. Connecticut Health and Service OrganizationsAARP Connecticut. Suite104, Capitol Place, 21 Oak St., Hartford, CT 06106. Tel. (866) 295-7279; Fax: (860) 249-7707; http://states.aarp.org/category/connecticut/; www.facebook.com/AARPCT; twitter.com/AARPCTAlzheimer’s Association, Connecticut Chapter. Main Office: Suite 4b, 200 Executive Blvd, Southington, CT 06489. Tel: (860) 828-2828; http://www.alz.org/ct/ in_my_community_contact.aspCenter for Medicare Advocacy, Inc. P.O. Box 350, Willimantic, CT 06226. Tel. (860) 456-7790; Fax: (860) 456-2614; www.medicareadvocacy.org/; http://www.medicareadvocacy.orgConnecticut Commission on Aging. State Capitol, 210 Capitol Ave., Hartford, CT 06106. Tel.: (860) 240-5200; coa@cga.ct.gov; www.cga.ct.gov/coa;Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders. Administered by Connecticut Department of Social Services, Alternate Care Unit: 25 Sigourney St., Hartford, CT 06106. Tel.: (800) 445-5394; www.ct.gov/dss/cwp/view.asp?a==2353&q=305170Elderly Nutrition Program (South Central and Southwestern Connecticut). Bridgeport area—congregate meals: CW Resources, Inc. 215 Warren St., Bridgeport, CT 06604. Tel. (203) 332-3264. Bridgeport area—home-delivered meals: FSW, Inc. CT. 475 Clinton Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06605. Tel. (203) 368-4291; Fax: 203-332-7631. Derby area—TEAM Project Manna. 30 Elizabeth St., Derby, CT 06418. Tel. (203) 736-5420; Fax: (203) 736-5425. New Haven area—LifeBridge Community Services. Tel. (203) 752-9919; Fax: (203) 752-9691. Stamford area—Catholic Charities of Fairfield County. Suite 10, 30 Myano Lane, Stamford, CT 06902. Tel. (203) 324-6175; Fax: (203) 323-1108 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. South Central Connecticut RSVP (sponsored by Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut): One Long Wharf Dr., New Haven, CT 06511. Tel. (203) 752-3059. Southwestern Connecticut RSVP (sponsored by Norwalk Economic Opportunity Now/N.E.O.N.): 95 South Main St., Norwalk, CT 06854. Tel. (203) 663-7332. For additional information: www.ct.gov/agingservices/cwp/view.asp?a=2513&q=313072Senior Community Service Employment Program. Greater Bridgeport Area: Southwestern Connecticut Agency on Aging, 1000 Lafayette Blvd., Bridgeport, CT 06604. Tel. (800) 994-9422. Greater New Haven Area: Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut, One Long Wharf Dr., New Haven, CT 06511. Tel. (203) 785-8533. Greater Stamford Area: Jewish Family Service, 733 Summer St., 6th Floor, Stamford, CT 06901. Tel. (203) 921-4161. For other locations in Fairfield and New Haven Counties: Associates for Training and Development. Tel. (800) 439-3307. For additional information: www.ct.gov/agingservices/cwp/view.asp?a=2513&q=313068 National Health and Service Organizations63HEALTH & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

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American Stroke Association c/o American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231, Phone: 1-888-4STROKE (478-7653) (toll free), E-mail: strokeassociation@heart.org, www.strokeassociation.org. Arthritis Foundation National Office, 1335 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309, U.S. Mail: P.O. Box 7669, Atlanta, GA 30357, Phone: (404) 872-7100, E-mail: help@arthritis.org, www.arthritis.org. Bright Focus Foundation, 22512 Gateway Center Dr., Clarksburg, MD 20871, Phone: 1-800-437-2423, (437-2423) (toll free), www.brightfocus.org. Captioned Media Program National Association of the Deaf, 1447 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307, Phone: 1-800-237-6213 (toll free), E-mail: info@cfv.org, www.cfv.org. Caregiver Action Network,1130 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: (202) 454-3970, Email: info@caregiveraction.org, www.carwegiveraction.org. Community Transportation Association of America, 1341 G Street, NW, 10th Floor, Washington, DC 20005, Phone: 1-800-891-0590, Fax: 202-737-9197, www.ctaa.org. Hearing Loss Association of America, 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 1200, Bethesda, MD 20814, Phone: 301-657-2248, E-mail: info@hearingloss.org, www.hearingloss.org. Lighthouse Guild, 15 West 65th St., New York, NY 10023, Phone: 1-800-829-0500 (toll free), E-mail: info@lighthouse.org, www.lighthouseguild.org. Medicare Rights Center, 266 W 37th St, Third Fl., New York, NY 10018, Phone: 1-800-333-4114, www.medicarerights.orgNational Cancer Institute, 9609 Medical Center Drive,Bethesda, MD 20892-9760, Phone: 1-800-4-CANCER, www.cancer.govNational Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clearinghouse, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, Maryland 20892, Phone: 1-888-644-6226, www.nccih.nih.gov National Center on Elder Abuse, c/o University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine and Geriatrics, 1000 South Fremont Avenue, Unit 22 Bld. A-6, Alhambra, CA 91803. Phone: 1-855-500-3537, www.ncea.aoa.gov/index.aspxNational Council on Aging, 251 18th Street South, Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22202, Phone: 571-527-3900, www.ncoa.org National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center, PO Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824-0105, Phone: 301-592-8573, E-mail: nhlbiinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov, www.nhlbi.nih.gov. National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, 1731 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: (703) 837-1500, E-mail: nhpco_info@nhpco.org, www.nhpco.org. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, 5601 Fishers Lane, Bethesda, MD 20892-6612, Phone: 866-284-4107 (toll free), E-mail: niaidoc@nih.gov, www.niaid.nih.gov. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892-2290, Phone: 301-402-4261, E-mail: nidcrinfo@mail.nih.gov, www.nidcr.nih.gov/. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892. Phone: (301) 496-3583, www.niddk.nih.gov. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, P.O. Box 5801, Bethesda, MD 20824, Phone: 1-800-352-9424 (toll free), www.ninds.nih.org. National Institute on Aging, Building 31, Room 5C27, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2292, Bethesda, MD 20892-2292, Phone: 1-800-222-2225 (toll free), E-mail: niainfo@mail.nih.gov, www.nih.gov/nia. National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016, Phone: 1-800-622-9010 (toll free) www.kidney.org. National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress, 1291 Taylor Street, NW, Washington, DC 20542, Phone: 1-800-424-8567 (toll free), E-mail: nls@loc.gov, www.lcweb.loc.gov/nls/. National Osteoporosis Foundation, 1251 18th St., Arlington, VA 22202, Phone: 1-800-223-2226 (toll free), www.nof.org, National Stroke Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Englewood, CO 80112-3747, Phone: 1-800-STROKES (787-6537) (toll free), www.stroke.org. Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1395 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018, Phone: 1-800-457-6676 (toll free), E-mail: info@pdf.org. Pension Rights Center, 1350 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 206, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: 202-296-3776, E-mail: pnsnrights@aol.com. Skin Cancer Foundation, 149 Madison Avenue, Suite 901, New York, NY 10016, Phone: 1-800-SKIN-490 (754-6490) (toll free), www.skincancer.org. United Seniors Health Council, www.unitedseniorshealth.org. Vision Council. 225 Reinekers Ln., Suite 700, Alexandria, VA 22314, 1-866-826-0290 (toll free) http://www.thevisioncouncil.org.Well Spouse Association, 63 West Main Street, Suite 14, Freehold, NJ 07728, Phone: 1-800-838-0879 (toll free), E-mail: info@wellspouse.org, www.wellspouse.org. U.S. Social Security AdministrationThe Social Security Administration is a federal government agency and has offices around the country. Information from the SSA can be obtained by calling 1-800-772-1213 or by contacting one of the Connecticut offices, which include:Bridgeport • 3885 Main St. • 866-331-6399Meriden • 1 West Main St. • 877-409-8429New Haven • 150 Court St. • 866-331-5281Stamford • 2 Landmark Sq. • 866-770-1881Find additional and expanded information at www.seniorgotoguide.comHEALTH & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS64

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6565IndexPROFESSIONALS, BUSINESSES AND SERVICES Cleaning ServicesCoastal Cleaning ......................................27DentistsBrush & Floss Dental Center ........................11, 27Goldberg & Marcus Dental Associates ..................7, 27Lighthouse Dental Care .............................5, 28Mogelof Dental Group ..............................9, 28Eye Care and Eye WearEye Group of Connecticut, LLC .......................3, 29Family Vision Centers ..............................28, 29Furze & Ackley Inc. O-Opticians ......................28, 29James Pinke, M.D..................................28, 30Kurilec Eye Care, LLC ..............................27, 29New England Retina Associates ......................29, 30Hair StylistsHair on Wheels ......................................30Hearing SpecialistsPrecision Hearing.....................................30Internal MedicineSouthwest Community Health Center....................31Personal Response SystemsJewish Senior Services • Voice Care ...........31, back coverPharmaciesBridgeport Pharmacy/Slavins-Hancock Pharmacy ........31, 32Oronoque Pharmacy...............................31, 32Rotary Drug Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...31, 32PhysiciansFairfield Family Physicians, LLC House Calls and Virtual Visits ........................13, 32Poetry PresentationWhat the Great Poets Had to Say About Aging and the Last of Life ...................................32CAREGIVERS, RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES AND REHABILITATION FACILITIESAdult Day ProgramsJewish Senior Services • Grasmere by the Sea Adult Day Services......33, back coverSunset Shores Adult Day Health Centers .................33Aging in Place SolutionsSenior Choice at Home® • A Program of Jewish Senior Services ..........33, back coverAssisted Living and Independent Living CommunitiesBrightview Senior Living of New Canaan ...............33, 37Jewish Senior Services • Roz and Les Goldstein Assisted Living. . . . . . . . . 36, back cover Seacrest Retirement Center .............36, inside back coverSenior Choice at Home® • A Program of Jewish Senior Services ..........36, back coverThe Inn • Part of Waveny LifeCare Network ............15, 36Tower One/Tower East.............................36, 37Dementia CareBrightview Senior Living of New Canaan ..................37Elder Abuse PreventionJewish Senior Services • The Center for Elder Abuse Prevention .......38, back coverElder Care Waveny LifeCare Network ...........................15, 38Elder Care CounselingRobert J. Hurley LCSW, DCSW ..........................38Geriatric Assessments and Care ManagementGrowing Options, Inc. ..............................38, 39Jewish Senior Services • Institute on Aging......38, back coverHome Care/Home Health CareComfort Keepers ..................................39, 40Connecticut In-Home Assistance, LLC..................4, 39Griswold Home Care ..............................39, 41Jewish Senior Services • The Roy and Aline Friedman Home Care Agency/Friedman Home Care ............40, back coverKeep Me Home......................................40Stratford Visiting Nurse Association, Inc. (VNA) .........40, 41Hospice CareJewish Senior Services • Chaifetz Family Hospice 41, back coverHospitalsBridgeport Hospital ...................................34St Vincent’s Medical Center .............................35VA Connecticut Healthcare System ......................48Memory Care Assisted LivingBridges by Epoch ..................................41, 42Nursing HomesJewish Senior Services • The Jewish Home .....42, back coverNotre Dame Convalescent Homes, Inc................42, 43Outpatient Rehabilitation CentersJewish Senior Services • Outpatient Rehabilitation Services .........21, 42, back coverRehabilitation Facilities and Service ProvidersAutumn Lake Healthcare ..............................21Jewish Senior Services • Goldstein Rehabilitation Center...........21, 42, back coverNotre Dame Convalescent Homes, Inc................21, 43The Nathaniel Witherell ...............................21The Villa at Stamford..................................20American Stroke Association c/o American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231, Phone: 1-888-4STROKE (478-7653) (toll free), E-mail: strokeassociation@heart.org, www.strokeassociation.org. Arthritis Foundation National Office, 1335 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30309, U.S. Mail: P.O. Box 7669, Atlanta, GA 30357, Phone: (404) 872-7100, E-mail: help@arthritis.org, www.arthritis.org. Bright Focus Foundation, 22512 Gateway Center Dr., Clarksburg, MD 20871, Phone: 1-800-437-2423, (437-2423) (toll free), www.brightfocus.org. Captioned Media Program National Association of the Deaf, 1447 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307, Phone: 1-800-237-6213 (toll free), E-mail: info@cfv.org, www.cfv.org. Caregiver Action Network,1130 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: (202) 454-3970, Email: info@caregiveraction.org, www.carwegiveraction.org. Community Transportation Association of America, 1341 G Street, NW, 10th Floor, Washington, DC 20005, Phone: 1-800-891-0590, Fax: 202-737-9197, www.ctaa.org. Hearing Loss Association of America, 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 1200, Bethesda, MD 20814, Phone: 301-657-2248, E-mail: info@hearingloss.org, www.hearingloss.org. Lighthouse Guild, 15 West 65th St., New York, NY 10023, Phone: 1-800-829-0500 (toll free), E-mail: info@lighthouse.org, www.lighthouseguild.org. Medicare Rights Center, 266 W 37th St, Third Fl., New York, NY 10018, Phone: 1-800-333-4114, www.medicarerights.orgNational Cancer Institute, 9609 Medical Center Drive,Bethesda, MD 20892-9760, Phone: 1-800-4-CANCER, www.cancer.govNational Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clearinghouse, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, Maryland 20892, Phone: 1-888-644-6226, www.nccih.nih.gov National Center on Elder Abuse, c/o University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine and Geriatrics, 1000 South Fremont Avenue, Unit 22 Bld. A-6, Alhambra, CA 91803. Phone: 1-855-500-3537, www.ncea.aoa.gov/index.aspxNational Council on Aging, 251 18th Street South, Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22202, Phone: 571-527-3900, www.ncoa.org National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Information Center, PO Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824-0105, Phone: 301-592-8573, E-mail: nhlbiinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov, www.nhlbi.nih.gov. National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, 1731 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: (703) 837-1500, E-mail: nhpco_info@nhpco.org, www.nhpco.org. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, 5601 Fishers Lane, Bethesda, MD 20892-6612, Phone: 866-284-4107 (toll free), E-mail: niaidoc@nih.gov, www.niaid.nih.gov. National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892-2290, Phone: 301-402-4261, E-mail: nidcrinfo@mail.nih.gov, www.nidcr.nih.gov/. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, 9000 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20892. Phone: (301) 496-3583, www.niddk.nih.gov. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, P.O. Box 5801, Bethesda, MD 20824, Phone: 1-800-352-9424 (toll free), www.ninds.nih.org. National Institute on Aging, Building 31, Room 5C27, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2292, Bethesda, MD 20892-2292, Phone: 1-800-222-2225 (toll free), E-mail: niainfo@mail.nih.gov, www.nih.gov/nia. National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016, Phone: 1-800-622-9010 (toll free) www.kidney.org. National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress, 1291 Taylor Street, NW, Washington, DC 20542, Phone: 1-800-424-8567 (toll free), E-mail: nls@loc.gov, www.lcweb.loc.gov/nls/. National Osteoporosis Foundation, 1251 18th St., Arlington, VA 22202, Phone: 1-800-223-2226 (toll free), www.nof.org, National Stroke Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Englewood, CO 80112-3747, Phone: 1-800-STROKES (787-6537) (toll free), www.stroke.org. Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1395 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018, Phone: 1-800-457-6676 (toll free), E-mail: info@pdf.org. Pension Rights Center, 1350 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 206, Washington, DC 20036, Phone: 202-296-3776, E-mail: pnsnrights@aol.com. Skin Cancer Foundation, 149 Madison Avenue, Suite 901, New York, NY 10016, Phone: 1-800-SKIN-490 (754-6490) (toll free), www.skincancer.org. United Seniors Health Council, www.unitedseniorshealth.org. Vision Council. 225 Reinekers Ln., Suite 700, Alexandria, VA 22314, 1-866-826-0290 (toll free) http://www.thevisioncouncil.org.Well Spouse Association, 63 West Main Street, Suite 14, Freehold, NJ 07728, Phone: 1-800-838-0879 (toll free), E-mail: info@wellspouse.org, www.wellspouse.org. U.S. Social Security AdministrationThe Social Security Administration is a federal government agency and has offices around the country. Information from the SSA can be obtained by calling 1-800-772-1213 or by contacting one of the Connecticut offices, which include:Bridgeport • 3885 Main St. • 866-331-6399Meriden • 1 West Main St. • 877-409-8429New Haven • 150 Court St. • 866-331-5281Stamford • 2 Landmark Sq. • 866-770-1881Find additional and expanded information at www.seniorgotoguide.comHEALTH & SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS

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66Waveny Life Care .................................15, 20Wilton Meadows .....................................21LEGAL, INSURANCE, REAL ESTATE, MORTGAGES/REVERSE MORTGAGES AND FINANCIAL PROFESSIONALSAttorneysBeck & Beck, LLC..................................44, 45Braunstein & Todisco, PC .............................. 44Eliovson & Tenore/ Elderlaw & Family Counseling Associates, LLC ..........44, 45We extend a special thanks to everyone who helped make the Senior GO TO Guide possible, especially: Robert J. Burdo, Vice Chairperson, Bridgeport Mayor’s Commission on Senior CitizensRosemary Wong, Eastside Senior Center Community Project Coordinator, Bridgeport Department on Aging Val J. Buckley, Director, Easton Senior CenterJanet Haller, Easton Town Hall, Office of the First SelectmanAlison Witherbee, Municipal Agent for Elderly Persons, Town of EastonJennifer Carpenter, Deputy Chief of Staff, Town of FairfieldTeresa Giegengack, Director of Human and Social Services, Town of FairfieldTanya Bombero, Administrative Assistant, Office of the First Selectman, Town of MonroeBarbara D. Yeager, Director, Community & Social Services and Senior Center, Town of MonroeKathy Brown, Assessor’s Office, City of SheltonCyndee Burke, Executive Secretary, Office of the Mayor, City of SheltonShauna Dumas, Shelton Senior CenterEllen. R. Kolesk, Librarian, Shelton History CenterShirley Dominquez, Social Services Coordinator, Town of StratfordMichael Loiz, Director, Emergency Medical Services, Town of StratfordDiane Puterski, Director, Senior Services Department, Town of StratfordAlicia Altobelli, Executive Assistant to the First Selectman, Town of TrumbullLynn Arnow, Chief of Staff, Office of the First Selectman, Town of TrumbullJennifer Gillis, Senior Outreach Special Services, TrumbullMichele Jakab, Director, Trumbull Senior Center JoAnne Veltri, Mary J. Sherlach Counseling Center, Town of TrumbullThis Guide is intended to assist senior citizens, older adults and their families in obtaining information about products and services of interest. However, because of the constant changing and updating of information contained herein, it is not possible to guarantee complete accuracy of all the information or the complete absence of errors or omissions. The publisher, therefore, does not assume liability for any inaccuracy, errors or omissions in the information, nor assume any liability for inaccurate or misleading information or errors or omissions contained in advertise-ments in this Guide.Published annually by The Merrill Anderson Co., Inc., Stratford, CT 06614. Copyright 2017 by The Merrill Anderson Co., Inc. All rights reserved.Kevin Kelly & Associates Attorneys at Law .............44, 45Law Office of James M. Hughes .....................14, 45Law Offices of Kurt Ahlberg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 46BanksPeople’s United Bank ..................inside front cover, 45The Milford Bank.....................................46CEMETERIES AND FUNERAL HOMESGalello-Luchansky Funeral Home ........................47Gregory F. Doyle Funeral Home ........................47Shaughnessey-Banks Funeral Home .....................47Index (continued)Editorial & Research AssociatePeter J. O’ConnellAdvertising Sales Gail A. DarrowDesign Paula R. Soli PublisherThomas Gerrity Thanks also to everyone who is helping to distribute copies of the Guide.Our facility on Long Island Sound,filled with life, love & 24 hour careCall Today 203-931-2510Come for a visit, take a tour, join us for lunch...588 Ocean Avenue ~ West Haven, CT 06516 ~ 203-931-2510 ~ www.seacrestweb.comR~ Supervised Assisted Care ~ Memory Care ~ Totally Inclusive Rates~ Personal Care Assistance ~ Medication ManagementWeb MasterSirvydas VebraPhoto Credits for Cover Story: Fairfield, David Ogden House • Available under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License. Retrieved from: https://en.wikipedia.org/index.php?title=David_Ogden_House&oldid=72740841Bridgeport, Wheeler House • Author: User: Magicpiano. Licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International License. Retrieved from: https://commons.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:BridgeportCT-BlackRockHD-JohnWheelerHouse.jpgStratford, David Judson House • Courtesy of Stratford Historical SocietyShelton, Brownson House • Historic Buildings of Connecticut >> Blog Archive >> Marks-Brownson House (1820)Trumbull, Ephraim Hawley House • Available under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike License. Retrieved from: htpps://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ephraim_Hawley_House&oldid=735240478 Monroe, Daniel Basset House • Historic Buildings of Connecticut >> Blog Archive >> The Daniel Basset House (1775) Easton, Ida Tarbell House • Released into the public domain by Laurent Chaix.

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