Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Ansonia PD issues Silver Alert for endangered runaway teen

Anaya Moten


ANSONIA - The Ansonia Police Department is looking for the public’s assistance in locating a runaway juvenile. 
The juvenile, Anaya Moten, is a 17-year-old black female with brown hair and brown eyes wearing a black jacket, black camouflage pants, black sneakers, and a red bonnet hat, Lt. Patrick Lynch said in an email Wednesday evening. In an updated email Lynch said the case has been upgraded to a Silver Alert.

Anaya is 5’4” tall and weighs 230 pounds. She was last seen on Division Street in the area of Stop and Shop and Burger King at 4:20 p.m. on Wednesday. 
Anaya is considered endangered due to health issues and she does not have her medication.

The department is asking anyone with information to please contact 203-735-1885 or tips can be left anonymously through TIP 411 at the link below.

https://www.tip411.com/tips/new?alert_group_id=21553


This is a press release from Ansonia Police Lt. Patrick Lynch.


Klarides-Ditria: State to open renters' rebate program Thursday



The Office of Policy and Management is reminding residents that state law provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. 

Persons renting an apartment or room, or living in cooperative housing or a mobile home, may be eligible for this program.

Renters' rebates can be up to $900 for married couples and $700 for single persons. The rebate amount is based on a graduated income scale and the amount of rent and utility payments (excluding telephone) made in the calendar year prior to the year in which the renter applies. 

Application may be made at the town social service agency, or the Assessor's Office, depending on the town, between April 1 and October 1. 

If you have questions related to the Renters' Rebate Program please call the program hotline at 860.418.6377

Eligibility

Recipient or spouse must be 65 years of age or older, or be 50 years of age or older and the surviving spouse of a renter who at the time of the renter's death had qualified and was entitled to tax relief provided such spouse was domiciled with such renter at the time of the renters’ death, or 18 years of age or older and eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits. Must meet a one-year state residency requirement. Grants are based upon income requirements shown in CGS Section 12-170e.


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Derby Neck Library to close Saturday, Sunday for Easter holiday weekend

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Derby Neck Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave., Derby is closed on Fridays. 

Wesley Village in Shelton marks year of resilience during COVID-19



From left: Luz DeJesus, housekeeping associate, Pam O'Connor, dining associate, Maryann Porcadilla, CNA./ Contributed photo


SHELTON - On March 11, one year after COVID-19 was declared a public health emergency in Connecticut, Wesley Village senior living campus joined with Leading Age Connecticut in their public effort, #oneyearstronger, to commemorate the past year, one marked by compassion, strength, and resilience. 

'Caring Superhero' and
Joylynn-Jarrett Smith, CNA
Residents and staff came together to celebrate the strength and courage displayed throughout the year and show gratitude for the outpouring of love and support given by family members, volunteers, and the local community during the pandemic. 

Vice President of Assisted Living Services, Lori Pisani, reflected on the challenges of the past year. “A year ago, we never would have imagined the experience we had this past year, but we have stayed the course and are grateful to be stronger and more connected than ever," she said. "With the arrival of the vaccine and strong response we have had in vaccinating our residents and staff, it finally feels like there is a light at the end of the tunnel. We feel very hopeful.”


The campus organized a variety of activities and events to commemorate the day, including a cannoli truck and opportunities for reflection. Stickers with red hearts and the words “Stronger Together” were scattered everywhere and spotted on staff and residents as they walked through the community. 

A “One Year Stronger” sign was posted at each community entrance to greet staff as they arrived for the day, along with a “We Are Stronger Because…” display which featured personal thoughts and messages of gratitude. 

“We have felt the support of those around us - residents, staff, and family members,” one card read. Another card read, “We can count on each other,” and “We appreciate every day and take one day at a time, with more gratitude.”


“We have learned so much this past year," said Debra Samorajczyk, administrator at Bishop Wicke Health Center. “We are so grateful to our fearless caregivers for their strength, resilience, perseverance, love, heroism, and dedication.”


As a humorous surprise, a “Caring Superhero” bear wandered through the campus to inspire smiles and laughter and share love and thanks. The bear paused to take individual photos, much to the delight of residents.


President and CEO of United Methodist Homes David Lawlor thanked the Wesley Village team as part of a special message commemorating this past year. 

“We’ve come to realize how important it is to support one another in good times and in bad, and how much we mean to each other,” he said. “Many thanks to our incredible team, our supportive families, our Board, and the entire UMH family. Our history will note we survived this pandemic, we became stronger as an organization, and we look forward to great days ahead.”


Wesley Village senior living campus at 580 Long Hill Ave. is part of United Methodist Homes, a local not-for-profit organization. 

The campus offers assisted and independent living, memory support, skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and outpatient therapy services. 

To learn more, visit www.wesleyvillage-ct.org or call 203-225-5024. 



This is a press release from United Methodist Homes.


Derby Public Library to host Career Resources' webinars in April



DERBY - Derby Public Library will host Learn Microsoft Word - virtual webinars from 1-3 p.m. April 21 and 22. 
Whether you are new to Word, looking to fulfill a job skill requirement, or need a refresher, these two, two-hour webinars build upon each other to learn Microsoft Word I & II (April 21 and 22; 4 hours total). 
Career Resources staff provide guidance for creating professional documents such as resumes, letters, fax cover sheets, reports, legal documents, brochures, manuals, and more.
Free. Registration is required  here https://bit.ly/3m3KrXI to receive the Zoom link and password.

This is shared from the Derby Public Library's Facebook page.