Elderly and Totally Disabled Tax Relief Program

The qualifying income guidelines for the Elderly and Totally Disabled Tax Relief Program for applications to be filed for the 2019 Benefit year are $37,000.00 for an unmarried individual and $45,100.00 for married persons.

If you are currently participating in the Homeowner Program and need to reapply, you will receive notice from the Preston Assessor’s Office advising you of that requirement.  The application-filing period for Homeowners will be February 1, 2020 through May 15, 2020.

You will need to provide proof of all sources of income including but not limited to Social Security, pensions, interest statements, employment, etc.  If you filed Income Tax, a copy of the signed and dated document is necessary to provide as well.  It is extremely important that you bring all necessary documentation regarding proof of your income when you arrive for your appointment.

Appointments may be scheduled by telephoning 860-887-5581 extension 6.  If we are unable to accept your call immediately, please leave your name and telephone along with a brief message regarding the nature of your call.  We will return your call as soon as possible.

Please remember that the Assessor’s Office will be forwarding letters to those homeowners who need to reapply this year.  If you have never applied for the program or are unsure if you need to reapply, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Questions concerning the Elderly and Totally Disabled Tax Relief Program may also be directed to the Preston Assessor’s Office at 860-887-5581 extension 115.

I will be happy to schedule appointments for the Elderly Homeowner Program which Begins on February 1st.  (We cannot accommodate requests to complete your application prior to February 1st.

Appointments may be scheduled for the Preston Town Hall, 389 Route 2 or at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road.  Once again, to schedule an appointment, the telephone number is 860-887-5581 extension 6.

STITCH HAPPENS via Zoom- Wednesdays

Open to all  folks who knit, crochet, or sew.

No supplies provided – just good company and some occasional suggestions!

Time:  10:30

STATE OF CONNECTICUT’S RENTERS’ REBATE PROGRAM

UPDATE: Please call us to make an appointment: (860)447-5232.  Program ends October 1, 2020

To qualify you have to be: Living in New London, disabled or 65 years or older.

Documents to bring to your appointment: Valid drivers license or ID, proof of disability from Social Security , rent receipts for each month of 2018 (or a statement from  your landlord listing how much you paid in rent for each month of 2019), all statements of income from 2018 (e.g. Social Security, pension, tax return, etc.), and statement of all utility bills you paid in 2018.  Apply April 1 – October 1,  2020 by calling: 860-447-5232

 

Transportation Policy Update

Starting February 1, 2020:

Please call or visit our front desk to make all transportation reservations.

Please do not request future transportation appointments from your bus drivers on the bus, or anywhere other than at the front desk.

 

Over the Hill Hiking Group – Fri mornings beginning on April 9th

All prospective hikers must call the Senior Center to register for each hike within seven days prior. There are no residency issues – we are looking for interested, enthusiastic folks.

Participants must follow guidelines specified on registration form. Hikers are to bring face coverings (mandatory), water, lunches, insect repellant, sunscreen and sturdy shoes. Group size is limited to fifteen people, first come first served, along with one or two leaders. All distances are  estimates and may be modified by the leaders based on conditions the day of the hike.

Hikes will be listed as easy, moderate or difficult. Anyone interested in a  difficult hike must have completed at least two of the moderate hikes before going on the difficult hike. Contact the Senior Center for a listing of the scheduled hikes.

If you are interested in hiking after 12:30pm on Fridays, contact the Senior Center. We can potentially create another group that prefers hiking in the afternoon.

In all instances, if you are sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.
If you have been in contact with someone who was sick or experiencing symptoms you are to stay home.

Meals on Wheels

If you are in need of Meals on Wheels you can get set up by calling 860-934-1006

Senior Van Transportation

The senior van is still available for limited essential medical appointments.

Call 860-376-2329

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers

Most likely, dementia does not increase risk for COVID-19, the respiratory illness caused by the new coronavirus, just like dementia does not increase risk for flu. However, dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions that often accompany dementia may increase risk.

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Dementia Caregivers https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/coronavirus-(covid-19)-tips-for-dementia-care

 

COMMUNITY SHARE: Salvation Army offers Emotional and Spiritual Care HOTLINE

The Salvation Army has introduced an Emotional and Spiritual Care Hotline for anyone in the US to call during the pandemic. Its hours of operation are 9:00 am to 9:00 pm EDT. By calling 844 458-HOPE (4673) trained Salvation Army Officers and employees are available to talk, advise, and above all pray for individuals, families and situations.

Anyone who is feeling lonely, isolated, or fearful of the coronavirus outbreak can call the hotline number to reach a friendly and reassuring voice.