New Resource for Older Adults
Elder justice issues can range from age-based discrimination in the workplace to scams and frauds, elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. As a result, no one state agency can answer every question. The Consumer Assistance Unit of the Office of the Attorney General will staff the hotline and refer matters as appropriate to agencies across state government.

The hotline can be reached at 1-860-808-5555. Individuals may also access information about the hotline, resources, and an online complaint portal here.

“If you have been the victim of a scam, or have been neglected, exploited or abused, we are here to help. It’s hard sometimes to know who to call, so we want to make it easy. The Elder Justice Hotline can answer your questions, connect you with trained investigators, and help you access aid, support and justice,” said Attorney General Tong.

The hotline will be staffed by the Attorney General’s Office Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. If you are calling after hours, please leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Looking for resources and services for older adults? Ask your town, community centers and senior centers about what services they offer. You can also find resources on our website.
Become a part of the Southwest Prevention Team and participate in the "Walk Like MADD" event!

When: Saturday, August 7th at 10:00 am

Location: Short Beach Park Stratford, CT
We are participating in the Fairfield County Walk Like MADD 2021 event to raise mission critical funds for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) to fight the 100% preventable crimes of drunk and drugged driving. Did you know that 2 out of 3 people will be impacted by a drunk driving crash in their lifetime? Register to be a part of our team or support out team.

We have received a 30% of promo code. Please use code “lastchance” at check out. With this code, each registration costs $17.50. 


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MADD Power of Parents Program
August 2nd, 6:30 PM


Certified Prevention Specialist Exam Prep Session
August 5th, 10:00 - 11:30 AM


QPR Instructor Training
August 6th
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Nature Therapy Placemaking
August 7th, 9:00 - 10:15 AM
Fairgate Farm, Stamford
Resource Guides
Download our resource guides to find local treatment agencies and providers. Guides are available in English and Spanish. You can request printed guides.

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Narcan Trainings Available
According to data from the state Department of Public Health, there have already been 547 confirmed overdose deaths in Connecticut in the first six months of the year, with an additional 383 cases pending confirmation. This is a significant increase from last year. Xylazine, an animal tranquilizer not intended for use in humans, mixed with fentanyl is also on the rise. In 2020, 141 people died from the combination of Xylazine and Fentanyl. Even though Fairfield County had the lowest rates of drug overdoses we still need to be cautious and provide as much support to our community residents at large. Read full article.

We want to remind you about the regular Narcan trainings provided by The Hub and Liberation Programs. Email if you'd like to attend.

Narcan Training from The Hub on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday monthly!

Narcan Training from Liberation Programs Every Thursday, 11 AM - 12 PM
Resources
Truth Initiative Released Their Annual Report
NEW: Park City Career Pathways - a RYASAP Program
RYASAP (Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership) has been selected to lead an MDRC initiative which seeks to connect recent high school graduates and non-graduates in Bridgeport to career pathways and post-secondary education. The initiative, Park City Career Pathways, will focus on at least 400 Bridgeport “recession graduates” and non-graduates from the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 school years who are not actively engaged in a post-secondary education or a career pathway. 

Follow them on Facebook to learn more. Listen to The Hub's Jeremy Kosbob describe the program on a GBAPP radio interview with Ina Anderson.
In the News
Governor Lamont and Connecticut State Officials Raise Awareness for Safe Storage of Medications and Other Substances
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the State of Connecticut is launching a campaign to bolster public awareness about safe storage of medications and other substances that could potentially be harmful. The initiative is part of a broader effort to protect children and families in Connecticut.

Connecticut Department of Children and Families Commissioner Vannessa Dorantes appears in a newly released public service announcement stressing the importance of keeping prescription medications, as well as legal and illegal substances, secured and out of reach to help keep children, loved ones, visitors, and pets safe. Read full press release.
CT receives $300 million from deal with opioid distributors

The state of Connecticut will receive more than $300 million as part of a massive legal settlement with an opioid manufacturer and several corporations that shipped billions of prescription pain pills around the country in recent decades.

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Marijuana legalization may increase child poisoning ...

Each day at the Connecticut Poison Control Center (CPCC) brings calls about someone suffering the adverse effects of cannabis poisoning. Most often, those calls involve children, said Dr. Suzanne Doyon, medical director of the CPCC. "We get calls ...

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