Check out latest news, publications, and digests from Aging and Disability Services (ADS) below.
Latest News
11.3.25
Governor Lamont Proclaims November as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, Announces New Guide for Navigating Dementia Care
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has proclaimed November 2025 as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Connecticut. The proclamation brings greater awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, while recognizing the thousands of Connecticut residents living with the condition and the many caregivers who support them.
Additionally, Governor Lamont today announced the release of a new Connecticut guide for navigating dementia care. Developed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health and the Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services, this guide was created to provide people living in Connecticut with information on resources to support someone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. It is available in both English and Spanish and can be downloaded online at ct.gov/CTCaregiverGuide.
10.1.25
Governor Lamont Proclaims October as Disability Employment Awareness Month
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has proclaimed October 2025 as Disability Employment Awareness Month in Connecticut. This proclamation honors the contributions and achievements of Connecticut residents with disabilities in the workplace. This year marks the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
6.20.25
Governor Lamont Announces Amy Porter To Serve as Acting Commissioner of the Office of Health Strategy
Governor Ned Lamont today announced Amy Porter, commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), has agreed to serve in the role of acting commissioner of the Connecticut Office of Health Strategy (OHS) for an interim period while decisions are being made regarding the future leadership of the state agency.
6.18.25
The Department of Aging and Disability Services and Alzheimer's Association Team Up to Spread Awareness and Resources
The Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) and the Alzheimer’s Association, Connecticut Chapter, are joining forces this month to educate about early detection and diagnosis and to connect families to dementia resources. There are an estimated 80,000 people in Connecticut living with Alzheimer’s and twice as many caregivers, most of whom are unpaid family members.
5.1.25
Falls Prevention Program Grant Award Announcement
(HARTFORD, CT) – The Connecticut Departments of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), and Public Health (DPH) today announced a grant award to develop and advance a Falls Prevention Coalition in the state. Totaling approximately $124,000, these funds will be used by the ADS Bureau of Aging to build the capacity of the Falls Free CT coalition and the Bureau’s falls prevention programming.
Publications
Connecticut Aging and Disability Services Informational Flyer (DOC)