Town of Simsbury Aging and Disability Commission

09/02/2026

Upcoming event in Hartford: 14th Annual Disability Resource Fair

09/02/2026

Check out Simsbury Community Media's latest feature, our own Jan Beatty!

"The September edition of The Simsbury Woman is out, with guest Jan Beatty; Vice Chair of Simsbury's Aging & Disability Commission AND Chair of the Age Friendly Community Subcommittee. Jan highlighted the commission's mission and work; from the Aging in Place Expo on 9/18, to monthly meetings for parents of disabled children support group, to seasonal sensory events, and much more. Make sure to check it out!"

The Simsbury Woman: An Interview with Jan BeattyDonate to support...

08/28/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Thursday's hybrid lecture on Planning for the Future: Legal Considerations for Transitioning a Child with Disabilities into Adulthood. We had a very engaging discussion that helped parents understand the options to support their children who are disabled through adulthood.

Thank you to Neil Kraner for sharing his expertise, to the Simsbury Public Library for hosting the event, and to Simsbury Community TV for sharing it on their platforms.

If you would like to see Neil Kraner in person, he will be at the Aging-in-Place Expo on Sept. 18 where he will be glad to continue the discussion!

08/19/2026

Coming soon, our second annual Aging-in-Place Expo!

What: More than 20 representatives from a variety of local services and agencies will be available at tables throughout the room to answer your questions. Outside, visit the Sunshine Wheels van to learn more about wheelchair-accessible transportation.

When: Friday, September 18, 2026, 12:00 – 3:00 pm

Where: Friends of the Library Program Room, Simsbury Library

FREE!

08/01/2026

40 seniors enjoyed a summer luncheon of turkey wraps and lemonade at the Senior Center last Thursday.

The Fourth of July bags, the "pick your own chips,” the Klondike bars, and the raffle made for a very enjoyable lunch for our seniors. Everyone left with a smile and a bag of chips to go!

07/30/2026

The summer is flying by and it’s time to save the date for our Sensory-Friendly Halloween event on October 28!

Please note that this year, we’re moving to the Apple Barn. Mark your calendars!

07/28/2026

Next month we’re hosting a caregiver webinar entitled Planning for the Future: Legal Considerations for Transitioning a Child with Disabilities into Adulthood.

This webinar is free and is offered both in person and online. Please register here: https://simsbury.librarycalendar.com/index.php/event/parenting-disability-support-group-75255

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

Summer is going by so quickly that we almost missed that July is Disability Pride Month!

Disability Pride Month is observed every July to celebrate disability identity and community, mark the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and push for full inclusion in everyday life. The 2026 theme is “The World Works Better With Us.” ❤️

What Disability Pride Month is, the 2026 theme “The World Works Better With Us,” why it matters now, and ways to celebrate and take action.

07/20/2026

Despite the rain, Saturday's event was still FUN! We had music and balloon animals, door prizes and ice cream, and a few brave souls who grabbed their umbrellas and headed out to see the trucks. Thanks to everyone who came out and double thanks to our commission members, volunteers, door prize donors, and sponsors.