CT Commission on Aging

Connecticut
at a Glance

~ CT is the 7th oldest state in the nation, for median age. It is 10th for people aged 85+.

~ CT is home to one million "Baby Boomers" - people born between 1946-1964 - or roughly one third of its population.

~ From 2006 to 2030, CT's older adult population is expected to increase by 64%.

~ CT spends over $2 billion (13% of the state budget) annually on long-term care services and supports through Medicaid. 65% is spent on institutional care, 35% of community-based care.

See the CoA Aging Issues Fact Sheet for more information

	The Commission on Aging provides Objective Analysis and Information CoA provides objective analysis and information, based on research and best practices, to the General Assembly on issues that affect older adults. The CoA's testimony can be found here...

	The Direct Care Workforce: Meeting the Demand and Responsing to the Needs of Connecticut Residents CoA held a Legislative Forum "The Direct Care Workforce: Meeting the Demand and Responsing to the Needs of Connecticut Residents" on January 27th. At the forum the CoA released its Direct Care Workforce Development Strategic Plan.

	Grandparents' Visitation Rights Bill Passes the General Assembly The Grandparents' Visitation Rights bill (HB 5440) passed both chambers of the General Assembly during the 2012 legisalative session. It is now awaiting the Governor's signature. The bill was a result of the work of the Grandparent's Visitation Rights Task Force which was staffed by the CoA and chaired by Attorney Linda Allard and Rep. Joe Serra. For more information about the bill and the task force, see here...

	Get the Facts! The CoA informs and educates members of the Legislature, stakeholders and the general public through its preparation of fact sheets and updates on various topics that affect older adults in Connecticut. More here...

Connecticut at a Glance

Connecticut
at a Glance