Organizations that serve older adults and families across Greater Hartford — gathered in one place and free to use. Details can change, so please confirm with each organization before you go.
The aging-network hub for Hartford and north-central Connecticut. Information and referral for adults 60+, caregivers and people with disabilities — benefits, in-home services, caregiver support and home visits.
Compare Medicare plans, look up providers, and check what original Medicare covers. The official federal source — no sales pitch.
Connecticut CHOICES provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling through local Area Agencies on Aging — plan comparisons, billing problems and benefits questions, at no cost.
Home-delivered meals for homebound Hartford residents, with referrals accepted from doctors, hospitals, visiting nurses and town social services. An assessment interview is required — call to start.
ADA paratransit service for the Hartford region for riders who can't use fixed-route buses, operated by the Greater Hartford Transit District. Customer service can explain eligibility, applications and ride booking.
Free, confidential support from trained dementia specialists, any time day or night — for caregivers and families across Connecticut. Help navigating diagnosis, behavior changes, care planning and local programs.
Free civil legal help for low-income residents of the Hartford area — benefits, housing, consumer and family issues. Office hours weekdays 8:30 AM–4:30 PM.
The Newington campus is the VA facility closest to Hartford, part of VA Connecticut Healthcare — primary care, specialty care, mental health and caregiver support for Connecticut veterans.
DeAngelo McCants compares options across carriers and explains them in plain language — free review, no obligation.
