CT State Unit on Aging

Our mission is to empower older adults to live full independent lives, and to provide leadership on aging issues.

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

ICYMI: Now that we're part of the Dept of Rehabilitation Services we will stop tweeting from this account June 30. Be sure to give @DORS_CT a follow. We still have plenty of aging info to share!

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

We've come to the end of one Twitter chapter to begin another. This is our last tweet from @CTSDA. We'll see you all at @DORS_CT

In the immortal words of Bill and Ted: "Be excellent to each other".

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

Day 1 of a heatwave. Excessive heat can be dangerous for everyone. Here are some tips from @ACLgov and for info on cooling centers call 211

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

It’s time to address how people talk about, view and disrespect older people. https://t.co/ULYbPtpIux via @HPLifestyle

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

If you're looking for a way to volunteer check out the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program -----> https://t.co/oEDCkYUUnT

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

What a great example of staying active. 105-year-old hospital volunteer still going strong https://t.co/L0lrSBf94t

[Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection @CTDCP]

Protect your identity when #OnlineShopping with these tips from the @FTC ------------> https://t.co/E56ZV5r9X0

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

A lot of falls can be prevented. Read this then go here ----> https://t.co/UuNYjSCd2o for some more ideas
Throughout New England, More Elderly Appear To Be Dying From Falls https://t.co/DivsTjkU7i

[Aging_Disability_CT @ADS__CT]

National Disability Voter Registration Week
July 16-20, 2018
https://t.co/RiIQFwUgxS

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

Having the driving talk with an older family member can tough. Check out this handy info from @n4aACTION to start planning for the future. https://t.co/WjAILUmTw8

[USAging @theUSAging]

Learn how to create a roadmap for #transportation independence with the tips and tools in the “Before You Give Up the Keys” brochure from @eldercareloc and @NADTCmobility. https://t.co/lHrStl8uB9

[Aging_Disability_CT @ADS__CT]

SAVE THE DATE
2018 Candidates’ Forum on Disability Issues
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Forum: 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Reception: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Red Lion Hotel (formerly Radisson Hotel)
100 Berlin Rd., Cromwell, CT
Diane Smith
Forum Moderator

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

IRS Scammers are still out there. The IRS will not call you out of the blue! for more go to https://t.co/6PMup8Wm0i

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

If you have questions, call CHOICES at 1-800-994-9422 https://t.co/pGIbH323A0

[Medicare.gov @MedicareGov]

Your #NewMedicareCard will automatically come to you in the mail. You don’t have to do a thing, as long as your address is up-to-date with @SocialSecurity. If you do need to update or verify your address, visit your My Social Security account. https://t.co/pXnyoHIFlC

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

Thank you to everyone that joined our webinar with @CMSGov this morning. For more info go to https://t.co/6PMup8Wm0i

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

Resources are available in CT for LGBT elders on our website. https://t.co/TjzVlyrrg3 https://t.co/eeELyncYsd

[Next Avenue @NextAvenue]

Rural elders who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender or queer are a resilient group, and that will help them as they age. #RuralAging https://t.co/bVo9a5cKYs

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

Congrats @CTDCP and thank you for a great symposium. #CommunicateCT

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

Register now for the June 22nd CT New Medicare Card Webinar with the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Go to https://t.co/6PMup8Wm0i for more

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

2 opportunities to learn about ID Theft, Fraud and Scams from @AARPCT https://t.co/hb7Tkgorra

[AARP Connecticut @AARPCT]

Don't miss these upcoming Con Artist Playbook sessions! Take a look at the psychology behind ID Theft, Fraud & Scams, & learn the tools keep you & your family safe: Waterbury on 6/19/18 (https://t.co/Plpu09OSGw) & New Haven on 6/25/18 (https://t.co/7CgEuDoz9d)

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

As we start to winddown SUA's twitter, looking back I love how many great stories we had of seniors accomplishing major fitness goals like this one.👇👇 https://t.co/ewk1D86YYl

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

101-year-old Baton Rouge runner earns world record, and a new nickname, at National Senior Games https://t.co/bU6cmcdBmV via @theadvocatebr

[CT State Unit on Aging @CTSDA]

As we do when it's super cold, be sure to check in on your older neighbors today. https://t.co/C2PP6NJS2F

[CT Emergency Management & Homeland Security @CTDEMHS]

Extreme Heat preparedness tips.
https://t.co/4AiznlRSt7