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CT Senior Resources by Town

The following is a list of useful links and resources for seniors in Lower Fairfield County, CT.
Stamford
The Stamford Senior Center – The Stamford Senior Center is a local gathering place for seniors in Stamford CT. They offer a wide variety of services and activities for seniors in the Stamford area. SilverSource – SilverSource provides a safety net for older residents “ensuring they keep a roof over their heads, with the heat and lights on, food on the table, and the medical care they need”. Stamford Social Services – The Stamford Social Services branch provides information and access to programs and resources such as free health screenings and helps selecting health care options. Senior Men’s Association of Stamford – A men’s group open to all men aged 55 and older. They meet every Thursday, September through June, at 10 am for socializing, refreshments, group discussions, and speakers. Ferguson Library Branches – The Stamford library website with information on branches and services they provide. The Senior Go-To Guide of Stamford – A website with links to helpful resources for seniors in Stamford that includes numbers for transportation, fire, police, and community outreach programs.
Greenwich
The Greenwich Senior Center – The Greenwich Senior Center provides services to Seniors along with recreation areas for seniors to mingle and purchase discounted meals. Greenwich Commission on Aging – The Greenwich Commission on Aging runs the Greenwich Senior Center and provides services to engage, inform and empower local residents as to their rights and programs available to them. Greenwich Libraries – Information on the Greenwich library branches along with locations, hours of operation, services, and community programs. The Senior Go-To Guide of Greenwich – A website with links to helpful resources for seniors in Greenwich that includes numbers for transportation, fire, police, and community outreach programs.
Darien
Darien Senior Program at the Mather Center – The Darien Senior Program offers programs and activities such as woodworking, Tai Chi, and Majohng for the seniors of Darien. They also offer a $5.00 chef-prepared meal every weekday. At Home In Darien – A local nonprofit organization that helps seniors connect to the local community and take advantage of programs offered to them. They also offer transportation services and referrals to vetted service providers in the area. All residents of Darien 60 years of age or older are automatically members at no cost. Darien Department of Human Services – The Darien Department of Human Services provides the local community with services like counseling, assessments for benefits and program eligibility, case management, crisis intervention, mental health, and assistance with substance abuse. Darien Library – The Darien Library. Information on hours of operation, location, and membership. The Senior Go-To Guide of Darien – A website with links to helpful resources for seniors in Darien that includes numbers for transportation, fire, police, and community outreach programs.
New Canaan
Senior Center of New Canaan at Lapham Community Center – The Lapham Community Center offers programs for seniors including things like discounted daily lunches, knitting, crafts, day trips, book groups, tax or insurance counseling, and adult education classes. New Canaan Department of Human Services – The New Canaan Department of Human Services provides New Canaan residents with help obtaining social services and resources. Get About New Canaan – A free service offering transportation to New Canaan residents for all purposes including healthcare appointments. Staying Put in New Canaan – A membership-based nonprofit organization that works to help seniors in New Canaan live safely in their homes while remaining actively engaged in the community. Staying Put in New Canaan offers weekly activities and socialization opportunities for its members. The New Canaan Library – The New Canaan Library website with information on location, hours, and membership. The Senior Go-To Guide of New Canaan – A website with links to helpful resources for seniors in New Canaan that includes numbers for transportation, fire, police, and community outreach programs.
Norwalk
The Norwalk Senior Center – The Senior Center in Norwalk provides weekly services and activities for seniors such as movie screenings, socialization activities, and discounted lunches. Norwalk Senior Center Transportation Services – Transportation service schedules provided by the Senior Center. Norwalk Public Library – Norwalk public library branch locations, hours of operation, and services. Money-Saving Programs and Services for Norwalk Seniors – A list of programs that help seniors save money on medical benefits, utilities, and taxes in Norwalk. Senior Go-To Guide of Norwalk – A website with links to helpful resources for seniors in Norwalk that includes numbers for transportation, fire, police, and community outreach programs.
Fairfield
The Bigelow Center for Senior Activities – The Bigelow Center provides Fairfield’s senior residents with activities, socialization, programs, transportation options, and help obtaining community resources. Bigelow Center Transportation Services – The Bigelow Center also offers transportation services to its senior residents free of charge. They will assist in taking people shopping, to medical appointments, the library, the mall, and haircut appointments. The Eunice Postol Recreation Center – The Recreation Center offers a variety of programs for seniors including sporting, boating, fitness, and general social activities. Fairfield Public Library – Fairfield Public Library’s website including hours of operation, location, and services offered. Senior Go-To Guide of Fairfield – A website with links to helpful resources for seniors in Fairfield that includes numbers for transportation, fire, police, and community outreach programs.
Bridgeport
Bridgeport Senior Centers – The Bridgeport Department on Aging’s website with information on locations and hours of operation for their 3 senior center locations. They provide free access for seniors, and activities such as bingo, chair exercises, clubs, and classes on pottery, dancing, and art. They also provide transportation services (203-576-7993). Bridgeport Department of Social Services – Dedicated to providing case management, housing assistance, and general information to seniors and at-risk populations in Bridgeport. Bridgeport Public Library – Information on the locations, hours of operation, and services offered by the Bridgeport Library.
Weston
Weston Senior Activities Center – The Weston Senior Activity Center provides programs and events to the senior population of Weston. Weston Community Resources – A list of numbers and resources for the local Weston community. Weston Dial-A-Ride for Seniors – Free transportation to medical appointments leaving from Weston to Westport, Norwalk, Georgetown, and Wilton. Weston Public Library – Weston Public Library’s website with information on locations, hours of operation, and services.
Westport
Westport Center for Senior Activities – The Westport Center for Senior Activities offers a variety of classes and socialization opportunities to seniors. Westport Senior Services – The Westport government’s page of resources for its senior residents. They offer links regarding social services, assistance with taxes, utilities, and rent assistance. Transportation Options in Westport – A list of transportation services available in Westport. Door-to-Door offers services specifically for residents over the age of 65. Westport Library – Information on the location, hours of operation, and services offered via the Westport Library.
Wilton
Wilton Senior Center – The Wilton Senior Center offers a variety of programs and activities for its senior residents. Wilton Social Services Department – The Wilton Social Services Department provides information and access to programs and resources such as free health screenings and help selecting health care options. Stay at Home in Wilton – A membership-based nonprofit organization that works to help seniors in Wilton live safely in their homes while remaining actively engaged in the community. Stay at Home in Wilton offers weekly activities and socialization opportunities for its members. Riverbrook Regional YMCA Senior Programs – The Riverbrook YMCA offers senior-specific classes based on fitness and water activities. They offer the SilverSneakers program that gives free access to the YMCA and its programs. Wilton Public Library – Information on the location, hours of operation, and services offered via the Wilton Library.
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