News & Announcements

Change to Meals on Wheels Registration

Effective October 1, 2025, the Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging (WCAAA) will no longer process Meals on Wheels (MOW) registrations. Moving forward, all new clients must register directly with the Elderly Nutrition Provider serving their town of residence.

Nutrition Providers by Region:

Sullivan Senior Center - Litchfield Hills Region (860-482-4151): Bantam, Barkhamsted, Canaan, Colebrook, Cornwall, Goshen, Harwinton, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Hartford, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Torrington, Warren, Washington, Winchester

New Opportunities - Central Naugatuck Valley Region (203-757-7738): Beacon Falls, Bethlehem, Cheshire, Middlebury, Naugatuck, Prospect, Southbury, Thomaston, Waterbury, Watertown, Wolcott, Woodbury

RW Solutions - Housatonic Region (203-628-7540): Bethel, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Danbury, New Fairfield, New Milford, Newtown, Redding, Ridgefield, Roxbury, Sherman

WCAAA will continue to fund the Meals on Wheels and Congregate Meals programs, but registration will now take place exclusively with the regional providers listed above. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding during this transition.

Updates

What WCAAA Can Do for You: Part 3

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SHIP: We can Help!

If you would like to become a CHOICES certified counselor or volunteer, please call WCAAA at 800-994-9422 or 203-757-5449 and ask to speak with the CHOICES Regional Coordinator. Certification requirements include: agreeing to adhere to CHOICES Volunteer Risk & Program Management (VRPM) policies and procedures; passing CHOICES exams; signing the CHOICES Memorandum of Understanding; attending CHOICES Update trainings; and reporting SHIP related performance activities. 

Qualifying for Social Security Disability Benefits

If you or a loved one is going through life with a disability, it’s almost certain that you’re no longer working. If you’re out of a job due to a sudden illness, the Social Security Administration (SSA) may be able to help. The SSA offers financial aid to people who are unable to work, and dependent family members to help support your loved ones when you are gone. Click on the button below to attain more information on who’s eligible for Social Security benefits, and how you’ll be able to qualify.

SS Disability Benefits