The Demise of the Connecticut Department on Aging
Governor Malloy created the Connecticut State Department on Aging in 2013. It consisted of two parts: (1) The State Unit on Aging; and (2) The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. The State Unit on Aging administers several programs for older Connecticut residents such as in-home services, home-delivered meals, senior community employment, health insurance counseling and respite care for caregivers. The Long Term Care Ombudsman advocates for people living in nursing homes, residential care homes and assisted living communities. The Ombudsman seeks to improve the quality of life and care fo