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In Connecticut, landlord/tenant law is codified at Conn. Gen. Stat. 47a-1 and continuing immediately thereafter. Visit the CT General Assembly website.In Connecticut, the Eviction (Summary Process) is codified at Conn. Gen. Stat. 47a-23...
Home CareFor people who wish to remain at home rather than live in an institutional setting there are options. In particular the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders may pay for such services as visiting nurses, home delivered meals,...
Home ModificationsThere are low-interest loans and some grant money which allow seniors to modify their homes to make them more safe and accessible. Modifications can include installing ramps, stair glides, grab bars in bathrooms, widening...
Are you a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking? Do you live in public housing, Section 8 housing, or supportive housing for the elderly or disabled?A law called VAWA, the Violence Against Women Act, may help you....
Reverse MortgagesA reverse mortgage is a loan which allows the elderly (age 62 or older) homeowner to convert the equity in his or her house into a monthly cash payment or a lump sum payment. There are special rules regarding age and...
A. CT Laws That Afford Special Protections for Seniors
a. Tenants who are seniors or disabled may terminate written leases before the lease expires if accepted into state or federal subsidized housing
i. A senior is defined as someone 62...
Tax ReliefThe following Tax Relief Programs for Homeowners are administered by the Office of Policy and Management in Connecticut. Click on each title below to find out more information.Disabled Tax Relief Program - $1,000 property tax...
Mobile or Manufactured HomesThese types of home are among the most economical forms of home ownership. Most mobile or manufactured homes are located in parks or communities set aside specifically for this purpose. The majority of mobile or...
Many seniors are already renters. Some seniors sell their homes and move into rental units because they no longer want to, or can no longer maintain their own homes. Some seniors may need help paying the rent. Outlined below are some types...
If you do not have a permanent place to live, you will have different rights and benefits depending on your situation. You may be able to get help with emergency housing, permanent housing, food, a job, and if you have children, getting...
The Connecticut Commission on Aging is a non-partisan state agency of the CT General Assembly.They are committed to promoting policies that enhance the lives of the present and future generations of older adults.
The CT Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities is the lead state agency on eliminating discrimination through civil and human rights enforcement.File a Discrimination Complaint
State Unit on Aging Main office, 860-424-5274 Toll Free (in State), 1-866-218-6631 Application forms by mail1-800-609-5627 Alternate Care Unit1-800-445-5394860-424-4904 CHOICES Program860-424-5322 Connecticut Medicare Assignment Program (...
Connecticut Long Term Care Ombudsman Program protects and promotes the rights and quality of life for residents of skilled nursing facilities, residential care homes and managed residential care communities (also known as assisted living...
FEMAAppeals.org is a free website that helps you appeal a FEMA decision.
Information for seniors on reverse mortgages, housing loans, in-home help, Meals on Wheels, units for elderly people, public housing, Section 8, finding retirement communities, housing discrimination, and more.
Infoline (2-1-1) is a free service that can help you with many different kinds of problems, including substance abuse, domestic violence, suicide prevention, financial problems, and more. It is available 24 hours a day and 365 days per...
This web site contains links to Connecticut and federal statutes, regulations, and cases important to Elder Law -- maintained by Attorney Lisa Nachmias Davis and a must for any Connecticut Elder Law Attorney.
Eastern, 860-887-3561North Central, 860-724-6443South Western, 203-333-9288South Central, 203-785-8533Western, 203-757-5449CHOICES Statewide, 1-800-994-9422Eastern, 860-887-3561North Central, 860-724-6443South Western, 203-333-9288South...
AARP ConnecticutAARP (National)(860) 240-7544 Administration on Aging (U.S.) Alzheimer's Association Connecticut ChapterAlzheimer’s Association (National)1-800-356-55021-866-3MEMORY Northern Central Regional Office860-956-9560 South...
Statewide Legal Services is a telephone hotline helping callers with legal problems in Connecticut. They talk to callers about many different non-criminal legal problems. Some of the problems they can talk to you about include family,...