Register for the Flu Shot Clinic: Registration is open for the Flu Shot Clinic on Wednesday, October 8 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. This event is co-hosted with the Suffield Senior Center, in partnership with North Central District Health Department. Please call SCA to register today: 860- 668-1986.
Generation Power- Providing Rebates on Fuel:
Generation Power (formerly Operation Fuel) will be open for applications Sept. 2-10. You can apply for assistance with your home heating or utility bills. Call SCA with questions or to make an appointment to apply.
Meals-on-Wheels: Free meals delivered 5 days per week by SCA volunteers. The program is open to Suffield Seniors 60+ who are homebound. There are no financial qualifications in order to participate. If you’re interested in enrolling or referring to a loved one, please call SCA for more information.
Suffield Sidekicks! Open to Seniors 65 and older: Sign up for Suffield Sidekicks to get free assistance with light household chores, yard work and/or tech assistance from Suffield Teens. Please contact SCA to apply at: 860-668-1986 or email Lauren at laurenm@suffieldcommunityaid.org.
Ongoing Programs and Updates:
Blood Pressure Screenings at the Suffield Senior Center: Suffield Community Aid sponsors free blood pressure clinics for residents of all ages at the Suffield Senior Center on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. No appointments are needed.
Caregiver Support Group: Join Nicole Matson from Home Helpers at SCA for a support group for caregivers of individuals with cognitive loss. The group will meet at Suffield Community Aid on September 30 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please call SCA to register 860-668-1986.
Durable Medical Equipment: SCA maintains a small medical loan closet of walkers, commodes, bed rails, canes, crutches, and more 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: (860)668-1986 or email Mary at maryc@suffieldcommunityaid.org.
Renter’s 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. Rebates are based on a percentage of income versus rent & utility expenses. SCA is scheduling appointments now. The program ends September 30.
Social Services Consultations: Need help with elder care planning or applying for benefits? Meet with Lauren Marino, LMSW, for free social services consultations. To schedule a time, please call Suffield Community Aid at (860) 668-1986.
Stay Warm This Winter! – We Are Taking Applications
for the CT Energy Assistance Program (CEAP):
This government program helps offset the winter heating costs for financially eligible households. SCA is taking applications now in preparation for the November program start date. Please contact SCA to apply at: (860)668-1986 or email Beth at beths@suffieldcommunityaid.org.
Thank you to Representative Tammy Zawistowski, the Suffield Police Department and all who supported Stuff a Cruiser event!
Photo by Jamison Bazinet Pictured Left to Right: SCA Board member, Alan Fahrenholz, Board President, Elizabeth Kaplan, Suffield School Resource Officer Alex Scata, Suffield Police Officer Zeke Donnelly, SCA Social Services Coordinator, Beth Sheridan, Representative Tammy Zawistowski, Suffield Police K-9 Handler Officer Randy Roman and Police Cadets Mateo Ayala, Jack Fitzgerald, and Niko Orlowski.
Thank you to all who generously donated to our “Return-to-School” Backpack Program! We are eternally grateful
for your support, which ensures that Suffield students kick off the school year with everything they need!
Food Support For the Suffield Community
Liz McGann, Suffield Community Aid
450 South St – Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Meals on Wheels / Food Pantry
Outdoor 24hr/7day Food Cabinet
suffieldcommunityaid.org (860) 668-1986
MaryC@suffieldcommunityaid.org
Requirements: Suffield Resident, Income documentation
Food Pantry by Appointment
No financial requirements for Meals on Wheels
No requirements for Outdoor Food Cabinet
Foodshare Mobile Food Truck (Suffield Site)
1408 Mountain Rd (W. Suffield Congregational Church)
(860) 668-2271 – Every other Tuesday 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.
CTFoodshare.org for schedule
Requirements: Connecticut Residents Only
Suffield Senior Center
145 Bridge St.
$5 Lunch Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday 12 p.m.
Suffieldct.gov / (860) 668-3862
pleclerc@suffieldct.gov
Requirements: Reservations – (860) 668-8830
First Church of Christ
81 High St. Outdoor 24 hr/7 day Food Cabinet
(860) 668-7223
No Requirements
First Church of Christ
81 High St. Outdoor 24 hr/7 day Food Cabinet
(860) 668-7223
No Requirements