Town of Wilton

William F. Brennan, First Selectman
Wilton Town Hall
238 Danbury Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897
203-563-0100 • Fax: 203-563-0299
E-mail: mail@wiltonct.org
Web site: www.wiltonct.org
Town Hall • Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Senior Center

Department of Social Services operates Senior Center as part of Comstock Community Center.
180 School Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897 • 203-834-6240

Center sponsors wide range of programs at various times weekdays, including:
• Hot lunch, Tues.-Thurs. Reservations required; donation requested.
• Senior Center Book Group, lively, informal discussion of books selected by Wilton Library staff (with input from members of Group), followed by lunch. Fourth Tues. of Sept., Oct., Jan., Feb., March, April. 11 a.m.
• SeniorNet Computer Learning Center teaches computer skills and other aspects of information technology in ways particularly appropriate for older adults. Modest fee.
• Corridors, Center newsletter with schedules and details of programs.

Senior Center also works closely with the following, among other agencies, organizations, institutions:

• Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
203-762-0520
Gives residents 55 and older opportunity to offer their time and talents to help all nonprofit groups in Wilton, including schools, churches, Town departments.
• Wilton Meals on Wheels
Provides low-cost, high-quality, hot and cold meals delivered Mon., Wed., Fri. as needed to those who qualify. Some financial assistance possible.
439 Danury Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897
• Wilton Family YMCA, many programs specifically for older adults.
404 Danbury Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897 • 203-762-8384 • www.wiltonymca.org
• Wilton Continuing Education, offers a wide choice of courses in many areas of interest to seniors; most free.
395 Danbury Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897
203-762-0381 and 203-834-769
• Wilton Parks and Recreation Department, offers a variety of leisure activities for seniors of all physical capabilities, including barbecues and day trips. Seasonal pass to Merwin Meadows park available free to those 65 or older.
180 School Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897 • 203-834-6234 • www.wiltonparksandrec.org

Supportive Services to Families and Caregivers

Department of Social Services provides information on and referral to such services as the support groups and respite programs of Nursing and Home Care, Inc., at Comstock Community Center, 203-762-8958.

Transportation Services

• American Cancer Society, free transportation for ambulatory cancer patients to cancer-related medical visits. • 800-889-3340 • Fax: 203-563-0738

• Dial-a-Ride, Town program operated out of Parks and Recreation Department. Directed toward senior citizens and disabled. Limited to Wilton and Norwalk. Reservations required. Nominal fee.
203-834-6235 • Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; 1:15 p,m,-3:30 p.m.

• FISH, volunteer organization drives residents to medical and dental appointments in surrounding towns. Not wheelchair accessible.Call 48 hours in advance.
203-834-3737 • Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Tax Relief Programs

Assessor determnes eligibility of elderly homeowners and renters requesting tax relief/grants.
Town Hall • 203-563-0121
Assessor • David Lisowski

Library

Wilton Library Association, Inc., facility is Town’s center for business research, leisure reading, cultural activities. Several programs and services designed with older adults in mind.

137 Old Ridgefield Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897 •
203-762-3950 • Fax: 203-834-1166 • Web site: www.wiltonlibrary.org
Director • Kathy Leeds • E-mail: kcleeds@wiltonlibrary.org

Services for seniors include:
• Aids for access and readingfor those with handicaps and vision difficulties: improved signage; handicapped access entry doors; large print collection; magnifying glasses; special computers and devices (e.g., Optelec Reader)

• Senior Resources Center: easy access to information sources especially relevant to senior interests

• At Your Service: At Home Program: books, magazines, audiobooks mailed to homes of those unable to get to Library; special pouch provided for postage-paid return

Probate Court

Wilton is in Norwalk Probate District.
125 East Ave., Room 232 • Norwalk, CT 06852-2009
203-854-7737 • Fax: 203-854-7825

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2009 • Nowalk, CT 06852-2009
Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Judge • Anthony DePanfilis

CALL 911 FOR ALL EMERGENCIES.

 Police Department

240 Danbury Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897 * Non-emergencies: 203-834-6260
Chief Edward Kulhawik • 203-834-6255 

“Are You OK?” telephone reassurance program available free to any resident homebound, medically disabled or over 60. Each morning call placed to individual’s home via automatic system. If no response, second call placed. If still no response, officer dispatched to residence and relative or key holder contacted.

Fire Department

Web site: www.wiltonfire.org

Chief • Paul R. Milositz

• Headquarters/Station 1
236 Danbury Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897
Non-emergencies: 203-834-6246 or 203-834-5247

• Station 2 (Marhoffer Station)
707 Ridgefield Rd. • Wilton, CT 06897
Non-emergencies: 203-834-6246 or 203-834-6247

• Georgetown Fire District of Town of Redding responds to calls from part of Georgetown section in Wilton. • Non-emergencies: (203) 544-8800

Emergency Medical Services ( EMS)

Wilton Volunteer Ambulance Corps (WVAC)
234 Danbury RD. • Wilton, CT 06897
Non-emergencies: 203-6245
WVAC does not charge for services, but Wilton charges for ambulance use. Medicare/Medicaid and commercial insurers billed for use by elderly. Others billed directly.

Other Important Phone Numbers

Animal Control/Shelter • 203-563-0150
Health Dept. • 203-563-0174
Public Works Dept. • 203-563-0152
Registrars of Voters • 203-563-0112 and 203-563-0113
Tax Collector • 203-563-0125
Town Clerk • 203-563-0106

Wilton’s Population by Age