Well-being

Advocating for Connecticut Residents

Izabela Bonzanini Politics - News - Kids & Family - Well-being 28 Jun, 2022

Connecticut’s elected officials returned to the State Capitol for the 2022 legislative session, and AARP Connecticut was there, actively advocating for a wide variety of important issues.

Tips to Help Your Children Develop Coping Skills

Izabela Bonzanini Health - News - Kids & Family - Well-being - Education 29 Jun, 2022

Last month, the United States witnessed one of the worst months, with children and adults dying by gunfire.

This Is Serious

Izabela Bonzanini Health - News - Kids & Family - Well-being - What Is The Next Step In Your Life? 04 Jul, 2022

It is probably true that trying to scare children and adolescents won’t change their behaviors. Perhaps, it will work better to scare the parents. The fact is there are circumstances that you can change to prevent injury or death to your child.

Kids: Ditch the Cell Phone and Enjoy Summer Fun (and Learning!) in Greater Danbury

Izabela Bonzanini Health - Sports - News - Kids & Family - Well-being - Education 19 Jul, 2022

As a widowed/single father with two young children who works a full-time job, like many parents in my situation, I struggle to find activities for my kids to occupy themselves once school closes for the summer. I don't want my loved ones' summertime activities to consist of watching endless hours of television or staring at their digital devices.

AARP Awards Community Challenge Grant to Three Connecticut Organizations

Izabela Bonzanini Politics - Business - News - Kids & Family - Well-being 21 Jul, 2022

Communities across Connecticut are working to become more livable for residents of all ages. AARP Connecticut is working in partnership with local leaders, organizations, and dedicated residents to help make that vision a reality.