Aging & Disabilities Summit

Welcome to AgingCT: Aging & Disabilities Summit!

Date: October 6, 2026

Location: Aqua Turf Club

Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities focused on aging and disabilities. Learn from industry experts, connect with peers, and discover resources to help residents navigate challanges. Whether you're a caregiver, healthcare professional, or someone interested in the field, this summit is for you. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and make meaningful connections. Register now and be part of this impactful event!

This program has a been approved for 4 Continuing Education Credit Hours by the National Association of Social Workers, CT and meets the continuing education criteria for CT Social Work Licensure renewal. Approval also meets the continuing education criteria for CT LMSWs, LMFTs, LPCs, and licensed psychologists. This program has also been approved by the Connecticut Chapter of the American College of Health Care Administrators for 5 CEUs for Connecticut Nursing Home Administrators attending the entire event.

For other payment methods please contact Alexa Ruggiero at [email protected]. For more information about each session, please visit our website: AgingCT Summit - AgingCT

Info: The Judith A. Stein Advocate’s Award honors an individual whose work reflects Judy Stein’s unwavering commitment to advocacy, amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities, and protecting the fundamental human rights of older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Info: This session explores in-home and community-based care options, including the roles of PCAs, companions, home health aides, nurses, and hospice providers. Panelists will break down eligibility, scope of practice, and funding, while addressing common barriers to accessing services—especially within public programs. The discussion will also highlight Adult Day Centers and Connecticut’s Adult Family Living guidelines. Attendees will gain practical tools to navigate systems, support informed decision-making, and advocate for safe, dignified care at home.

Info: Social Security is a lifeline for millions of older adults and individuals with disabilities, often serving as their primary or sole source of income. This session explores the program’s future, focusing on policy, advocacy, and strategies to strengthen long-term sustainability. Panelists will also highlight the importance of equitable access, financial literacy, and effective system navigation, while emphasizing the role of professionals in protecting and advancing Social Security for current and future beneficiaries.

Info: Prevention of Compassion Fatigue & Burnout Professionals in aging and disability services regularly navigate trauma, emotional stress, and the complex demands of supporting vulnerable individuals. In the midst of these realities lies an opportunity to strengthen resilience and sustain meaningful, compassionate care. This keynote explores how to recognize early signs of compassion fatigue, build personal resilience practices, and foster workplace cultures that support long-term well-being.

Info: This session provides a practical overview of healthcare decision-making, including capacity, legal documents, and system navigation. Panelists will discuss advance directives such as Health Care Proxies and Medical Powers of Attorney, as well as Supported Decision-Making as an alternative to guardianship. Attendees will explore how decision-making evolves across settings and cognitive changes, and gain tools to help clients access, understand, and use critical documents to ensure their wishes are respected at every stage of care.

Info: This session explores how individuals can thrive across a range of housing and care settings by prioritizing dignity, self-determination, and equitable access. Participants will examine options from independent living to long-term care and learn how home modifications and supportive services can enable successful aging in place. The discussion will also address how cognitive and functional changes impact housing needs and highlight the roles of advocacy and care coordination. Attendees will gain practical strategies to support safety, independence, and quality of life across the lifespan.

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Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Southington, United States

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