Senior Outreach Program

The Senior Outreach Coordinator’s job is to provide assistance to older individuals which will enable them to remain safe, healthy, independent and financially stable to the fullest extent possible.

The Coordinator is responsible for providing immediate short term counseling, referral assistance and problem resolution, whenever possible, to senior adults with a variety of circumstances which include health, housing, abuse, transportation, employment and a host of other issues.

The Coordinator works closely with The Commission on Aging, Health Department, Senior Center, Police Department, State Social Services, Housing Managers, and community organizations and agencies.

Referrals

Entitlements/Financial Assistance Social Security
Connpace/Connmap/QMB Programs Energy Assistance Program
Food Stamps/Food Pantry Income Tax Preparation
State Supplement/SSI Home Health Aide
Med-Assist Friendly Visitor/Shopper
Medicaid/Medicare/Medigap Home Repair Programs
Ct. Home Care Program Meals-On-Wheels
Alzheimer's Respite Program

Information

Elderly Housing Transportation Options
Assisted Living/Nursing Homes Rent Rebate Program
Adult Day Care Living Wills
Support Groups Health Care Agencies
Senior Center Legal Contacts
Social Clubs & Organizations Ask the Nurse

Services

Assistance with Recertification Letter Writing
Assistance with Medicaid Applications Consumer Issues
Assistance with Housing Applications Free Notary Services
Assistance with Connpace, Connmap, QMB and other Miscellaneous forms

Senior Outreach Coordinator, Maria Mason, may be reached at (203)977-4747 or by e-mail at MMason@ci.stamford.ct.us.

Useful Links:
Senior Health Program
Ask the Nurse - Call (203)977-4389
Senior Center
State of CT Department of Social Services
Social Security Administration
Managed Care Plans
Healthcare Financing Administration
Federal Agencies & Organizations for Seniors
Infoline Referral Center

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