Federal Formula Grant Award Summary

The Connecticut Department of Aging & Disability Services received a $1.21 million formula grant award from the Administration on Aging under the Nutrition Services Incentive Program (CFDA 93.053) for the period October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This funding supports the delivery of nutritious meals to older adults through congregate meal services at community sites and home-delivered meals for homebound seniors. The grant operates under a formula-based allocation mechanism rather than competitive selection, with funds designated exclusively for the purchase of domestically produced foods or USDA Foods. Recipients must ensure meals comply with current Dietary Guidelines for Americans and may not use funds for meal preparation costs, nutrition-related services, or administrative expenses.

The prime grantee distributed subgrants to five regional Area Agencies on Aging in Connecticut: Western Connecticut Area Agency On Aging, Inc.; North Central Area Agency On Aging, Inc.; Eastern Connecticut Area Agency On Aging, Inc.; Agency On Aging Of South Central Connecticut, Inc.; and Southwestern Connecticut Agency On Aging, Inc. Each sub-grantee is required to promptly and equitably disburse funds to local Elderly Nutrition Projects and community-based service providers within their planning and service areas. The sub-awardees serve as intermediaries ensuring efficient delivery of meals and nutrition services to vulnerable elderly populations across the state, with all subgrants awarded on October 1, 2025.