Walk to End Alzheimer's, Early Voting, Government Shutdown Resources, and National Drug Take-Back

October 24, 2025


 


I hope this email finds you and your family well. Make your voice heard, early voting is now open in Connecticut. Below is all the information you need on when and where to vote. Also, amid the government shutdown there are plenty of resources and help available to help those affected.

There is plenty to get to in the email below, so make sure to keep scrolling for more on: 

  • Walk to end Alzheimer's
  • Early Voting
  • Government Shutdown Resources
  • National Drug Take Back
  • Community Events

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to my office at any time.

Thank you to everyone who came out for the Walk to end Alzheimer's at Rockwell Park in Bristol on Saturday and at Rentschler Field in East Hartford on Sunday. These events are held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide. The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. 

  • Over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's
  • Between 2000 and 2021, deaths from Alzheimer's have more than doubled
  • One in three seniors dies with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia
  • Alzheimer's kills more people than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined
  • More than 12 million Americans provide unpaid care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementias
  • In 2025, Alzheimer's and other dementias are projected to cost the United States $384 billion. This number is projected to rise to nearly $1 trillion in 2050

Bristol Walk to End Alzheimer's

East Hartford Walk to End Alzheimer's

Time is running out to register to vote in the upcoming November 4th municipal election. Click here to check if you are eligible to vote.

Then, click here to access the Connecticut Online Voter Registration System (CVRS) to register online.

Same Day Registration (SDR) is also available during the early voting period (Monday, October 20, through Sunday, November 2) 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M., there are extended hours on October 28 & 30 from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.

The designated Early Voting location in Bristol is:

  • Council Chambers (111 North Main Street)

As the federal government shutdown continues, many Connecticut residents are facing uncertainty. United Way of Connecticut’s 211 has published a new resource to help. Click here to take a look at the resource that outlines the current status of federal programs and provides direct links to state and community resources for those affected.

211 is not directly impacted by the federal government shutdown and continues to operate 24/7/365. It’s never been more important to connect residents with their trained contact specialists, who provide personalized, confidential assistance for basic needs. In many cases, a single call results in multiple new referrals and supports, drawn from their up-to-date database of more than 40,000 community resources.

Saturday, October 25th is National DEA Drug Take-Back Day. This is an opportunity to drop off expired, unwanted or unused controlled substances that you may have in your home.  

Pills, tablets, capsules, and other solid forms of prescription drugs will be collected. Liquids (including intravenous solutions), syringes, and illegal drugs will not be accepted.

MyOldMeds.com offers an easy-to-use locator tool that connects residents to the 354 year-round disposal sites across the state. Click here to access the locator tool.

Come out for an evening of fun and community building for the local LGBTQIA+ on Saturday, October 25 from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at 1125 Stafford Avenue.

The Bristol Pride Fall Festival is a community-building event that is free for all ages. There will be food, chips, drinks, desserts, games, craft projects and live music.

Click here to purchase tickets for an event.