Municipal Agent for Elderly Persons

CGS- 7-127b

Appointed – 2 or 4 Years - First Selectman

Sally B. Ritchie September 7, 2009-September 6, 2013

As the older population continues to increase, an advocate for the elderly is a necessary position in the community. Waterford’s agent serves as a central resource for elderly residents and their families and provides information about local, state, and federal programs and benefits.

Currently, the Director of Senior Services serves as Waterford’s municipal agent for the elderly. The municipal agent shall (1) disseminate information to elderly persons and assist such persons in learning about the community resources available to them and publicize such resources and benefits; (2) assist elderly persons in applying for federal and other benefits available to such persons; (3) submit written reports at least annually to the chief elected official, chief executive officer, legislative body and committee or commission on aging of the municipality, if any, and the state Department of Social Services on the services they have provided, the needs and problems of the elderly and any recommendations for municipal action with regard to elderly persons.

Contact information for the Municipal Agent for Elderly Persons in Waterford, CT.

Mailing Address: Office Location:

Sally B. Ritchie Waterford Community Center
15 Rope Ferry Road 24 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385 Waterford, CT 06385

Phone: 860-444-5839