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Welcome! THE CONNECTICUT COALITION ON AGING (CCOA), founded in 1974, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all elders, especially those most vulnerable. This purpose is accomplished through study, education, communication and advocacy. Thank you for taking our 2012/2013 Legislative Survey. Visit our Calendar page for current information on activities. SEE our new, Legislative Information page
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COALITION ACTIVITIES:
l Conducting an annual statewide survey to identify major concerns of older citizens
l Establishing advocacy priorities for the annual Connecticut Legislative Session based on the survey results
l Promoting legislation benefiting Connecticut’s elders; taking positions on bills, testifying at hearings, reporting to members on the status of legislation and the need for action (SEE Capitol Corps page for how you can help)
l Educating members about significant issues, the legislative process, and how and when to contact their Legislators
ACCOMPLISHMENTS: The Coalition has taken an active part in promoting and preserving home-care programs, senior transportation, health care access and other senior benefits. In past years, CCOA has been instrumental in the establishment of ConnPACE, Living Will and property tax relief legislation.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: (SEE Membership page for an Application for Membership)
l Newsletters with articles on issues of concern to elders
l Legislative Bulletins during the Legislative session with details about content and status of relevant bills, Coalition actions, and recommendations
l Representation at the Capitol by Capital Corps volunteers
l Statewide educational and advocacy events
l Representation in statewide aging policy making organizations
PARTNERSHIPS:
The Connecticut Coalition on Aging has active participation in the following partner organizations
l Connecticut Citizens Coalition for Nursing Home Reform (CCCNHR)
l Connecticut Commission on Aging
l Connecticut Elder Action Network (CEAN)
l Connecticut Home Care Program for Elderly Advisory Committee
THE CONNECTICUT COALITION ON AGING IS FUNDED BY
MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS
Questions about the website may be addressed to Richard C. Brown.