AGING IN PLACE IN DARIEN
Three yeasr ago the Human Services Planning Council created Aging in Place (AIP) to help Darien seniors live independently, comfortably and with diginity in their own home as long as possible. AIP has merged with Gallivant and is now its own nonprofit!
Go to www.aginginplacegallivant.org
"Aging In Place is a great place to call for any non-emergency questions. I have called for all kinds of reasons and have received excellent referrals to landscapers, counselors and professional organizers." - A.B.
Members will enjoy the following benefits: Free referral to local programs and vetted service providers such as handymen, electricians, bookkeepers, caregivers, computer assistance, grocery shoppers, transportation, counseling, social, health and wellness programs; Free Senior Resource Directory of local services that benefit seniors; and free Out and About newsletter that highlights senior programs and services, health tips and ideas for living at home safely
To take advantage of these services call Gina Blum at 203-585-4094 or e-mail director@aginginplacegallivant.org
Helpful website links:
www.dynamic-living.com - aids, gadgets and gizmos that make living at home a little easier.
www.firststreetonline.com - innovative products for Boomers and Beyond.
www.independentliving.com - products for people who are blind or have low vision.
Aging in Place Board of Directors
Kaye Barker, President
Ann Mandel, Secretary
Charles Seidler, Treasurer
Dorothy Baker, Governance
Pete Wright, Development
Marge Harrington, Volunteers
Kate Larson, Public Relations
Amy Squyres, Membership
Barbara Adams
Jean Baker
Erica Bess
Nancy Cammann
Peter Eder
Charlie England
Olive Hauser
Nancy Herling
Alyssa Israel
Diana Kalman
Kiki Karpen
Rebecca Lippel
Wyn Lydecker
Annie McGuire
Beth Paris
Frank Rosenberry
Jim Rumsey
Ernie Steiner
