Connecticut has a coordinated system to support the safety and well-being of elders who may be subject to various forms of maltreatment.  This system includes the Protective Services for the Elderly (PSE) program, law enforcement, health and human services, and the court system. 

The PSE program is designed to safeguard people 60 years and older from physical, mental and emotional abuse, neglect (including self-neglect), abandonment and/or financial abuse and exploitation.  Department of Social Services social workers respond to reports of elder maltreatment and devise a plan of care aimed at fostering safety while preserving the person’s right of self-determination. 

Staff may help the person remain in the living situation he or she prefers, safeguard legal rights, prevent bodily injury or harm, determine service needs and then mobilize resources to provide necessary services.

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Medical chaperone volunteers help older adults and people with disabilities get to their doctor or outpatient treatment appointments. Chaperones accompany clients traveling from their homes to their doctor’s office using available local medical transportation providers. Chaperones offer physical support as well as emotional comfort to their clients, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience.

This program, offered by the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut (AOASCC), addresses the need for more individual assistance by offering a vetted and trained volunteer to accompany an older adult or a person with a disability to and from a medical appointment. Chaperones do not drive, instead their sole purpose is to help and attend to the client. Chaperones can be used to relieve a caregiver, assist individuals who may not know someone who can accompany them to their appointments, and/or serve as a responsible adult at time of discharge.

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Medical chaperone volunteers help older adults and people with disabilities get to their doctor or outpatient treatment appointments. Chaperones accompany clients traveling from their homes to their doctor’s office using available local medical transportation providers. Chaperones offer physical support as well as emotional comfort to their clients, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience. Chaperones do not drive, instead their sole purpose is to help and attend to the client. Chaperones can be used to relieve a caregiver, assist individuals who may not know someone who can accompany them to their appointments, and/or serve as a responsible adult at time of discharge.

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Agency on Aging - Support Services 

For support services, the Agency on Aging provides services and information to help you or a loved one continue living at home or if you’re looking for opportunities to stay active and engaged in your community please follow the link here.

Meals on Wheels 

Meals on Wheels is a nationwide program that provides older Americans nutritious meals and safety checks at little to no cost.

To bring more attention to this popular meal program, we have created a resource that highlights:

- What meals on wheels is
- How do you sign up
- What types of meals are offered and more!

Please take a look by clicking this link >> MEALS ON WHEELS

• Connecticut StateOffice of the Healthcare Advocate