Thank You for Your Support!
Within the next few weeks, you will receive SCA’s annual appeal letter in the mail. The money raised supports core services such as the Food Pantry, social service consultations and the Housing Repair Program. Please support our campaign at any funding level you can by donating by mail or on our website. We can’t accomplish our goals without you! Visit our website to read our annual report, learn about our programs or make a donation. www.suffieldcommunityaid.org
What SCA is Spotlighting this Month:
People & Pet Food Drive at the Polls to benefit the SCA Food Pantry: SCA volunteers will hold a benefit drive at the election polls (Suffield Middle School) on Tuesday, November 5 from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.. We are especially in need of small bags of dog/cat food, paper goods, snacks, condiments, laundry detergent and cleaning supplies. Cash and grocery gift cards are also welcome donations at this time of year.
Are You in Need of a Little Holiday Cheer? Apply for SCA’s Holiday Basket Program: SCA is coordinating the Thanksgiving and Holiday Basket Program for financially qualified Suffield residents. Residents wishing to receive help for the holidays are encouraged to call SCA: 860-668-1986.
We Have Durable Medical Equipment: SCA maintains a small medical loan closet of durable medical equipment for Suffield residents at no cost. Stop in or give us a call if you or a loved one could benefit from a short-term or permanent loan.
Housing Repair Assistance Program: Suffield Community Aid’s Housing Repair Assistance Program was created to help low-to-moderate income residents obtain necessary home repairs. Applications are open. Please contact SCA to apply at: 860-668-1986 or email Mary at maryc@suffieldcommunityaid.org.
Ongoing Programs and Updates:
Stay Warm This Winter! We are taking applications for CT’s Energy Assistance Program: These government programs help offset the winter heating costs for financially eligible households. Please contact SCA to apply at 860-668-1986. More information on eligibility is available at www.ct.gov/staywarm
Parkinson’s Peer Support Group at the Suffield Senior Center: The next meeting is scheduled for November 14 from 11 a.m. – noon at Suffield Community Aid (450 South St.) and will include a pizza lunch. Call Mary at SCA: 860-668-1986 to register your attendance.
SCA Seeks Residents for Priority Emergency Response List: We are updating our list of residents who would benefit from a check-up call during a town or state-wide emergency. Please contact SCA at 860-668-1986.
Are you paying too much for Medicare? Open Enrollment from October 15 through December 7 is your chance to check and change your coverage. SCA’s trained, unbiased volunteers are available by appointment to help you sort it out. Give us a call to schedule your appointment.
Social Service Consultations with our SCA Social Worker: Residents wishing to schedule a consultation with Pat Beeman can register by calling 860-668-1986.