Thankful for our Holiday Basket Sponsors:
A huge thank you to all our sponsors, consisting of many individuals, families, organizations, churches, businesses, and Town Departments who made the 2025 Holiday Basket Program such a success. 106 Suffield households comprised of children, adults, and older adults enjoyed the holidays thanks to your kindness and generosity!
In-Person Bereavement Support Group Starts Up Again: Masonicare is partnering with Suffield Community Aid to offer a six-week, in-person support group for people who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The group will meet at SCA, 450 South Street, Suffield, beginning Friday, April 3 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This program is offered at no cost. Registration is required, and the expectation is that all participants will be fully vaccinated. Please call SCA for more information, 860-668-1986.
2025-26
Meghan Voisine “Kindness Matters” Grants! Grant applications closed in December. To date this year, the Voisine Fund has awarded funding to four grants with the purpose of spreading kindness, inclusivity, and friendship in Suffield. Be on the lookout for upcoming kindness initiatives around town and in the school communities.
Some Ongoing Program and Updates:
SCA Food Pantry is Well Stocked to Help with Your Food, Pet Food & Personal Care Needs: If you are struggling to afford food, pet food or personal care items, SCA can help. Thanks to the generosity of the Suffield community, our shelves are well stocked. Call for confidential and discreet help.
Medical Equipment Loans- Free for Suffield Residents: SCA maintains an inventory of durable medical items for free loan to Suffield residents. Items available for loan include: Canes, Walkers, Bath seats, Commodes, Crutches, Wheelchairs, and Transport chairs. The wheelchairs and transport chairs are loaned on a limited time basis. Other items are available for long-term use. To borrow, residents are welcome to stop in during normal SCA business hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
P.I.L.O.T. Room for Resident Use: Did you know that SCA has a private office space, equipped with a phone, copier, and computer for resident use? Thanks to the generosity of the Amiel P. Zak Public Service Fund, residents are welcome to call and reserve use of the room for their needs, during normal SCA business hours: Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm.
Parkinsons Peer Support Group: SCA hosts a monthly Parkinsons Peer Support Group at Suffield Community Aid (450 South St.) on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. February’s group will be held on February 10th from 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Please call SCA to register.
Stay Warm This Winter! – We are Taking Applications for the CT Energy Assistance Program: This government program helps 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.
The Suffield Police Department donated $500 through the police union to support the Suffield Community Aid Food Pantry. Pictured: Officer Alex Scata with SCA Social Services Coordinator, Beth Sheridan
Food Support For the Suffield Community
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