Volunteers Needed in the SCA Garden
SCA’s garden provides fresh vegetables for the Food Pantry all summer. We have a committed group of core volunteers who would welcome help from a few more gardeners. If you are interested in helping SCA’s amazing garden volunteers, please contact Mary Curtin at maryc@suffieldcommunityaid.org
Summer bounty from last year’s SCA garden.
Summer Camp Subsidies: It’s not too late to plan for the summer months! SCA offers camp subsidies for Suffield youth to attend summer camp of their choosing. Please contact SCA to see if you qualify.
Rental Rebate Program for Elderly & Disabled Residents: The State provides a reimbursement program for renters who are elderly or disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. SCA now is taking applications!
Some Ongoing Programs Updates:
Food Pantry: Our Food Pantry is well-stocked and available to income eligible Suffield residents. Appointments are required. Please call SCA to learn more.
Meals-on-Wheels: Meals are delivered five days per week by SCA volunteers to Suffield seniors 60+ who are homebound. No financial qualifications in order to participate. Please call SCA for more information.
SCA Meals-on-Wheels recipients were lucky enough to receive spring tulips from Julie the Garden Fairy. Thank you, Julie. These really brightened folks’ day.
Nutmeg Senior Rides: In conjunction with Nutmeg Senior Rides, Suffield Community Aid has funding to assist financially qualified Suffield residents, age 50 and older, or persons with a disability, get to their desired destination. Call SCA to see if you qualify.
Lunch Subsidies at the Senior Center: SCA continues to offer lunch subsidies to cover the cost of three meals per week at the Senior Center for financially eligible residents. Enjoy a home-cooked meal on us! Call SCA to see if you qualify.
Mark Your Calendars:
- Tuesday, June 10: Parkinsons Peer Support Group at Suffield Community Aid from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. with Lauren Marino, LMSW. Please call SCA to reserve your spot. The group will not meet in July & August.
- Wednesday, June 12 and 26: SCA sponsored blood pressure screenings at the Suffield Senior Center from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Thursday, June 19: Lauren Marino, LMSW holds office hours for social services consultations at Kent Memorial Library from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Please visit KML’s website to register.
- Tuesday, June 24: Memory Café and Caregivers Support Group for individuals with Alzheimer’s and their loved ones. New Location at Suffield Community Aid. 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please call to reserve your spot!
For more information, to register for programs, and to see if you qualify for financial assistance, please call Suffield Community Aid at: 860-668-1986.