C.G.S. means Connecticut General StatutesConn. Regs. means Connecticut RegulationsLandlord / Tenant LawC.G.S. section 47a-1 et. seq.Eviction (Summary Process)C.G.S. section 47a-23 et. seq.Circuit Breaker Tax Relief

Sometimes seniors with mortgages fall behind in their mortgage payments and the bank or lending institution threatens to foreclose or begins a foreclosure action in court.Before contacting an attorney, please read a pertinent brochure produced by ...

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 exemption ...

There may come a time when it is necessary due to medical reasons for seniors to move into some form of supportive housing. Outlined below are some options for seniors who can no longer live in their own homes.  Congregate Housing – is a ...

In Connecticut, all tenants have certain legally protected rights, including special protections for individuals who are 62 or older.What types of protections do I have as a tenant in Connecticut?For a general overview of tenant rights, please ...

What is the Medicaid Program?Medicaid, also known as Title 19, is a medical assistance program run by the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS). It is available to those who  have limited income and assets and who can not pay their ...

OverviewThe Department of Social Services administers the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE). Its purpose is to enable individuals 65 or older to remain at home in a safe environment and not be unnecessarily institutionalized.The ...

Overview Federal and state law require nursing homes to provide high quality, individualized care for every nursing home resident.  The law protects residents who complain from retaliation by the nursing home and prohibits ...

Medicaid and Nursing Home CareConnecticut Home Care Program for Elders

Homeowner Question and Answer Booklet (2008) -- by the State of Connecticut Office of Policy and Management.

Elderly Housing Directory (Connecticut May 2000 edition) -- by the Elderly Services Division of the State of Connecticut Department of Social Services.This 160 page publication first defines the various types of housing from condominiums to ...

Connecticut has a Renter’s Rebate Program which is designed for tenants who are elderly (age 65 and older) or totally disabled. The income limit changes every year.  In 2011, the annual income limits are $32,300 (single) and $39,500 ...

OverviewNursing homes are generally prohibited from moving residents. They can transfer or discharge residents from the home only for certain reasons and, even then, only when they follow specified procedures. In order to lawfully transfer or ...

Types of housing There are more choices than ever for seniors who can, and want to live independently in their own homes. Types of housing which may fit individual home owner’s needs are:Detached housingMany seniors continue to want to live ...

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 of ...

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.

Connecticut law prohibits illegal discrimination in the areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, and credit transactions. If you believe you have experienced illegal discrimination, the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and ...

The mission of the Connecticut Long Term Care Ombudsman Program is to protect the health, safety, welfare and rights of long term care residents.

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 year.

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 Central, ...

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 Unit1-800-445-5394

AARP ConnecticutAARP (National)(860) 240-7544 Administration on Aging (U.S.) Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter

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 facilities).

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, employment, ...