West Hartford resident named to AARP Executive Council

Hartford, CT -- AARP Connecticut, the state's largest non-profit, non-partisan advocacy organization for people aged 50-plus, today announced it has named Louise Bailey of West Hartford to its executive council.
"Louise's dedication to civic duty, as well as her willingness to give back to her community and help others makes her a valuable asset to the executive council. We are grateful for the time and talent she will be volunteering to help steer the efforts of AARP," Nora Duncan, AARP state director said.
"It is such an honor to be able to help AARP in its efforts. I have been involved with AARP in a number of capacities for many years and I look forward to working with the Council to further our mission to improve the quality of life for all residents as we age," Bailey said.
Bailey was named to the executive council alongside Byron Peterson of Shelton, former vice president of Human Resources for Branson Ultrasonics Corporation. All members of the executive council serve in a volunteer capacity.
The executive council serves as strategists for AARP's efforts and direction in the state of Connecticut. The members of the council assist in establishing AARP's priorities, managing its resources, and making decisions on the state plan, assuring that the organization's overarching goals are successfully met. The council is also a liaison to the organization's extensive volunteer base, through communicating national and state policy updates and motivating the volunteers through their leadership.
Prior to her retirement, Louise Bailey served as the director of Government Affairs for Masonicare. She was responsible for the company's legislative efforts and governmental affairs, including the organization of the Post Conference on Aging for the White House.
Bailey has worked extensively for civic and cultural organizations. Most notably, she has been a member of the board of trustees for the University of Connecticut since 1970. She also serves on the board of directors for the Mark Twain House, and was president of the Hartford Ballet.
Bailey has a long history of volunteerism with AARP Connecticut. She previously had served as the Executive Communications Volunteer from 2002 to 2005, and again in 2006. She has also worked as an Advocacy Volunteer and Team Member for the past five years.
Bailey has four children and eight grandchildren. She currently resides in West Hartford.