CHOICES SHIP (State Health Insurance Program)

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The Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging (WCAAA) serves 41 towns in Western Connecticut, including Waterbury, Danbury, Torrington, Salisbury, Wolcott, Ridgefield, and New Milford. As a nonprofit, WCAAA provides resources and services for older adults (60+) and people with disabilities. WCAAA is part of the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging, offering a national referral network to assist older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers. We collaborate with the State of Connecticut Unit on Aging and run programs like CHOICES SHIP and SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) to help Medicare beneficiaries with insurance, drug plans, and billing issues. First-time callers often say, "I am so glad I found you." WCAAA also administers programs such as: * Alzheimer Respite Care * National Family Caregiver Support * Money Follows the Person * Live Well * Congregate Housing Service * Veteran’s Program * Resident Service Coordination Project As a Connecticut state contractor, we manage the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders in Waterbury. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, person-centered services to maintain independence and quality of life for older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities.