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Larson Announces Funding Supporting Connecticut's Older Americans

May 10, 2021

Biden-Harris Administration Releases $31 million in American Rescue Plan Funding for Connecticut Seniors

Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced the Biden-Harris Administration's release of $31 million in funding for critical Older Americans Act programs as part of the American Rescue Plan he helped pass.

"The pandemic has exacerbated the problems that exist in our long-term care system. This critical funding from the American Rescue Plan addresses the health and economic needs of older Americans," said Larson."It will increase access to vaccines, caregivers, mental health resources, and more to support our seniors. This funding will allow them to continue the services they rely on to age with dignity."

As Older Americans Month begins, this funding focuses on programs to support Connecticut seniors, with an emphasis on much-needed pandemic relief, including:

  • Nearly $8.4 million for meals for older adults in Connecticut;
  • $5 million for Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) through the Older Americans Act, supporting older Americans to age with dignity and safety in their homes and communities;
  • $492,000 for evidence-based health promotion and disease prevention in Connecticut;
  • $1.6 million to help family caregivers support their loved ones; and
  • Nearly $112,000 to safeguard the health and welfare of residents in Connecticut's long-term care facilities.

Rep. Larson and House Democrats have led the fight to deliver much needed help to seniors and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to delivering $1.4 billion in funding for Older Americans Act programs through the American Rescue Plan, Larson and House Democrats ensured critical investments in the health, safety and financial security of older Americans. The American Rescue Plan increased funding to vaccinate Connecticut seniors, ensure they can afford their homes and utilities, put food on the table, and more.