November 5, 2021

Alzheimer’s Virtual Education for Caregivers

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In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month being observed this November, please see a list of virtual programs being offered by the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

November 10 at 1:30 PM ► Living WIth Alzheimer’s: For Late-Stage Caregivers – This program will meet on November 10 and November 17.

November 10 at 6 PM ► Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Caregiver Tips For The Holidays

Special Program – November 12 at 10 AM ► Alzheimer’s Treatment Options: Pharmacological & Non-Pharmacological Approaches

Special Program – November 16 at 6 PM ► Los cuidados y las celebraciones de fin de año: consejos para quienes cuidan a un ser querido con demencia – (Caring For Your Loved One During The Holidays)

November 16 at 6 PM ► Effective Communication Strategies

November 17 at 6 PM ► Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior

Special Program – November 18 at 4 PM ► Dementia Conversations With A Caregiver Panel Discussion – Featuring a Q&A with Carol Mack, former caregiver and Alzheimer’s Association Volunteer.

November 30 at 12 PM ► Effective Communication Strategies

Click here for more information and resources from the Alzheimer’s Association.

Representative Irene Haines Co-Sponsors New Law Signed by Governor to Expand Benefits for Families of Fallen First Responders

HARTFORD – State Representative Irene Haines (R-34) is proud to announce the passage of a new bipartisan law that expands important benefits for the families of Connecticut’s first responders who lose their lives in the line of duty. Senate Bill 1239, which Representative Haines co-sponsored and strongly supported, renames the Fallen Officer Fund to the […]

June 27, 2025

2025 Legislative Session Wrap-Up

The 2025 legislative session has officially come to a close, and I’m proud of the work I’ve done to represent the people of East Haddam, East Hampton, and Salem at the State Capitol. This session, I remained focused on the values and priorities that matter most to our communities—local control, fiscal responsibility, and public safety. […]

June 17, 2025