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!
What’s happening at SCA this Month?
Register for the Flu Shot Clinic:
Registration is open for the Flu Shot Clinic on Wednesday, September 30 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. 1-15. You can apply for assistance with your home heating or utility bills. Call SCA with questions or to make an appointment to apply.
Last month to apply for the 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.
Parkinson’s Support Group restarts this month:
The group will be starting up again on September 8 at 11 a.m. The group is offered at no cost for Suffield residents and those in surrounding towns. Guest presenters are invited quarterly and a pizza lunch is provided at each meeting. Please call Lauren Marino at SCA 668-1986 to register.
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 needed.
CaregiverSupport 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.
Meals-on-Wheels:
Free meals delivered five 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 a loved one, please call SCA for more information.
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 SCA 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.
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.
Photo by Mary Curtin
Susan Wogelius, Suffield House resident and Linda Maciolek, President of Suffield House’s resident association with their community’s donation for the Backpack Drive.
