ElderHouse and Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care are 2 agencies funded by TCF.

“We want to help all seniors in our town to live independently, comfortably and with dignity in their own homes as long as possible.”
~Martha Rhein, member AIP Advisory Board

AGING IN PLACE

Many Darien residents love their homes and their neighborhoods and don’t want to move to a retirement community or a nursing home. That's why TCF launched Aging in Place in Darien (AIP). Aging in Place in Darien is similar to other initiatives in Fairfield County such as Staying Put in New Canaan and At Home in Greenwich. AIP is unique because it is free to all Darien seniors, age 65+ and their caregivers.

"Our Advisory Board believes that we can meet the needs of seniors with existing services currently offered by both non-profit agencies and local businesses. Where there are gaps, our Advisory Board and subcommittees will work to address them," says Alyssa Israel, MPH, Aging in Place Coordinator.

Darien residents may join Aging in Place by calling Alyssa

at (203) 202-2912 and completing a brief telephone questionnaire. Members will enjoy a free Senior Resource Directory, quarterly Out and About newsletter, referral to community- based services and programs, such as handyman, transportation, book-keeping and caregiver services.