Organization Category: Older Adults and Disabled
Town facility offering cultural, recreational, educational, and social activities for seniors. Any Greenwich resident age 55 and older who is able to function without assistance is welcome. Transportation is available by reservation either by calling the Senior Center, or by calling CALL A RIDE directly. The offices of the GREENWICH COMMISSION ON AGING, USE (an […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on June 11, 2014
Development Fund, Inc was established in 1989 as a nonprofit organization to finance the development of affordable housing. Since then, it has grown to a loan fund with over $93 million in funds under management that encompasses programs for pre-development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and construction of affordable housing as well as down payment and closing cost […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on June 11, 2014
The Transportation Association of Greenwich, Inc. (TAG) is a private, not-for-profit organization specializing in transportation services for elderly disabled individuals and transportation for the disadvantaged of all ages. Founded in 1984 in response to a critical need identified by the GREENWICH UNITED WAY, TAG has served town residents, organizations, and numerous social services agencies in […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 27, 2014
This company, which established the first telephone relay system in 1974, specializes in the sale and repair of equipment for the deaf. It is the administrator of a state loan program that provides telecommunications devices for the deaf (TDD’s) at no charge, to those who qualify. It also publishes a TDD directory and can provide […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 20, 2014
A public transportation service operating in Norwalk and throughout southwestern Connecticut. All vehicles are wheelchair accessible.
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 18, 2014
One of the state’s 123 probate courts. Responsible for the following; probating wills and the administration of estates overseeing testamentary and living trusts determining title to real and personal property construing the meaning of wills and trusts appointing guardians for the mentally retarded appointing conservators of the person and the estate of incapable individuals committing […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 14, 2014
Founded in 1930 and formerly a part of the GREENWICH HOSPITAL, this business provides trained, professional nursing care, long or short-term. The service matches client needs with qualified healthcare professionals. The Registry is owned and operated by experienced Registered Nurses.
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 10, 2014
Founded in 1903, Greenwich Hospital is a member of Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS). This is a non-profit, 206-bed community teaching hospital serving lower Fairfield County, Connecticut and Westchester County. It is a major academic affiliate of Yale School of Medicine. It offers a full range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, and preventive programs and […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 8, 2014
This department of the Human Services offers sliding-scale service to Greenwich residents who have difficulty with everyday activities or need help during times of illness or disability. Referrals may come from all sources. Homemaker staff are available after an in-home evaluation is completed by one of the Department’s professional staff who establishes need, and develop a […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on May 2, 2014
Bus service owned by the Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT). Check website or call for schedule information. Exact fare for ticket purchases on all buses. Multi-ticket, Senior, Disabled options available. Wheelchair Accessible. Seven Days a Week. All Stamford buses have bike racks, a wheelchair lift or ramp, and two wheelchair tie-down positions.
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 28, 2014
A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transit Authority, since 1983. This is the local commuter train operating three lines into Grand Central Station in New York City. It is the second largest commuter railroad in the country. The New Haven line has connecting lines to Danbury, Waterbury, and New Canaan.
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 27, 2014
GREENWICH HOSPITAL offers a comprehensive program of care for older adults through its Center for Healthy Aging. The Center has received national recognition as Center of Excellence from the American Geriatrics Society. Services are available to assure older patients and their families get the care and support they need in the hospital and at home. […]
Written by Sagan Medvec on April 23, 2014