Wallingford, CT

ACAP South Central Connecticut

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From Driver to Passenger: Transitions for Older Adults

Thursday, August 13, 2026 · 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

From Driver to Passenger: Transitions for Older Adults

Signs of driving problems can show up quickly or as slight changes that are hard to notice. This program helps you spot warning signs, learn how to evaluate driving skills, and talk with your parents about other transportation options. You’ll get the tools to handle these tough conversations and help your loved ones through this time of transition.<div><br /></div><div><b>Learning Objectives</b></div><div><ol><li><span>Identify the warning signs of driving impairment in aging adults</span><br /></li><li><span>Identify and use strategies and resources for evaluating driving</span><br /></li><li><span>Discuss non-driving transportation alternatives</span><br /></li><li><span>Discuss driving and non-driving with parents</span><br /></li></ol></div>

Who We Are

Welcome to ACAP South Central Connecticut. We understand the challenges of caring for aging parents and we are here to offer resources and support as you navigate the caregiver role.

Our chapter offers free educational programs, resources, and connections for caregivers throughout the area. Topics we cover include access to local resources, Connecticut’s caregiving legal issues, financial issues for you and your aging parent, emotional wellbeing for the caregiver, and more.

Join us at ACAP South Central Connecticut to benefit from the expertise of senior services professionals and to connect with a vibrant community of caregivers. Our community draws strength and inspiration from shared experiences and strives to help you gain the information and support you need to be a more effective caregiver and advocate.

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Email: southcentralconnecticut@acapcommunity.org

Meeting Address:
Masonicare at Ashlar Village
Bridgehouse Bldg – Auditorium, 74 Cheshire Road
Wallingford, CT 06492

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Leadership Team

The following individual and organizational community leaders provide leadership for this chapter:

  • Jane Fisher
    Oasis Senior Advisors
  • Matthew W. Fortney
    Calderon Fortney Financial Group
  • Lance Galassi
    Senior Planning Services
  • Steve Gregory
    Oakley Home Access
  • Audrey Grove
    Masonicare
  • Terry Jones & Jennifer Krofssik
    Autumn Lake Healthcare
  • Laureen Kennedy
    Coldwell Banker Realty | Senior Real Estate Specialist
  • David Warren MacDonald
    Wallingford & Yalesville Funeral Homes
  • Traci O’Brien
    Senior Insurance Consultants
  • Karen Warner
    Caring Transitions of Guilford
  • Tracy Weiss
    Right At Home, In-Home Care & Assistance
  • Joan Reed Wilson
    RWC, LLC, Attorneys and Counselors at Law

Core Sponsors

Thank you to these core organizations that help support the work of this chapter.

Autumn Lake MadisonAutumn Lake The WillowsCalderon Fortney Financial GroupCaring Transitions of GuilfordColdwell banker RealtyLaureen KennedyMasonicareOakley Home AccessOasis Senior AdvisorsReed Wilson CaseRight At HomeSenior Insurance ConsultantsSenior Planning ServicesWallingford Funeral Home