The WCAAA
is a private non-profit organization that receives
federal and state funds, which are distributed to
adult day care centers, local social services
agencies, nutrition, and transportation
programs. All programs
are available to individuals 60 years
or older; some services
are targeted
to frail, low income and/or minority
elderly. Limited services are available
to Western
CT area residents below age of 60.
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The Basics of Conservatorships:
Making Informed Decisions
for You
or the Elder in Your Life
Conservators may be appointed by the probate court under
very
specific circumstances, and have responsibilities that
can include
managing finances, ensuring proper medical care,
nutrition, and a safe home environment, among other
responsibilities.
A conservator may be a family member, friend or other
individual.
Join the WCAAA and
Judge Domenick N. Calabrese of the Woodbury Probate
District
in our webinar on Tuesday, February 16th at noon to gain
a better understanding of conservatorships and
alternatives.*
To register go to https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/66447224
or call Erin at (203) 757-5449 or (800) 994-9422 ext.
130
erin.soli@yahoo.com
Click here for more info.
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Become a WCAAA
Donor
Be a Donor
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WARNING:
CHOICES SMP Program (formerly Medi$ave)
Don't Be A Victim of
Health Care
Fraud or Scams!
Protect,
Detect & Report
(800)
994-9422
Click here for more info.
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DO YOU KNOW THAT MEDICARE COVERS MANY PREVENTIVE
MEDICAL SERVICES?
FLU SHOT: ONCE PER YEAR
PNEUMONIA SHOT: AS NEEDED - USUALLY
ONCE
FECAL OCCULT BLOOD TEST: ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS
AFTER AGE 50
COLONOSCOPY: ONCE EVERY 10 YEARS BUT EVERY 24
MONTHS FOR HIGH RISK
MAMMOGRAM: ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS
Refer to OUR WEBSITE'S SECTION ON MEDICARE BENEFITS.
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ARE YOU READY FOR AN EMERGENCY? READ TIPS
BELOW FOR SENIORS AND CAREGIVERS!
SUPPLIES
NEEDED FOR 3 - 6 DAYS
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Two Gallons of Water Per Person |
Flashlights |
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Portable Radio |
Food (non-perishable; ready to eat) |
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Extra Batteries |
First Aid Kit |
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Hand Operated Can Opener |
Light Sticks |
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Supply of Prescription Meds |
Cell Phone |
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Current Med List |
Emergency Contacts List |
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Limited Cash or Traveler's Checks |
Personal Hygiene Items, Such as Toilet
Paper, Alcohol Wipes, and Gel Sanitizer |
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Blanket or Sleeping Bag |
Incontinence Supplies |
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Emergency Supply of Pet Food |
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Directions to
Western CT Area Agency on Aging
84
Progress Lane
Waterbury, CT 06705
203/757-5449
From Danbury:
I-84 East to
Exit 25A (Austin Road). At end of
exit take a right
onto Austin Road. Take second left onto Progress Lane, #84 is
first left, park and
enter at Visitor Parking.
From Hartford:
I-84 West to
Exit 25A (Austin Road). At end of exit take a left
onto Austin Road.
Go straight over bridge
and take second left onto
Progress Lane, #84 is
first left, park and enter at Visitor Parking.
From
Torrington/Litchfield:
Route 8 South to
I-84 East to Exit 25A (Austin Road).
At end of exit, take
right onto Austin Road. Take second left onto
Progress Lane, #84 is the first left, park
and enter at Visitor Parking
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See
"Helpful Links" for ELDERCARE LOCATER
to find services in other states.
Link to WCAAA
PRIVACY
PROTECTION POLICY