Category: Resources

A Message From the Mayor’s Office

Posted on July 26, 2024 by Montville

During these hot summer days, we hope that you are staying cool and taking advantage of the Senior Center as our cooling center for Seniors. Anyone
who is vulnerable to heat and humidity is advised to take precautions. Also, please remember to visit ‘Updates from the Mayor’ from the Mayor’s webpage for the most recent updates on road closures, detours and road construction; as well as other events going on in the community.

Please visit: townofmontville.org > Government > Mayor

If you ever have any questions or need anything, please reach out to our office! We highly value our Seniors and we hope that you all enjoy the rest of
your summer!

Updated Info on St. Mary’s Food Pantry

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Griswold

Located at 52 North Main St, Jewett City

 

The food pantry is open for shopping on each Tuesday from 10:00am-4:00pm for In person shopping.  Each family is allowed a maximum of 2 visits per month. 

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN BAGS!!!

 

Alzheimer’s Caretaker Support Group via ZOOM

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Griswold

Call to receive an invitation link in your email.  Support group will be every other Saturday at 10:00am.

 

This month’s dates are:

Saturday, July 6th and Saturday, July 20th

 

Rental Rebate

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Griswold

You still have time to apply!  Walk Ins are welcome.  Just bring your paperwork (Proof of Income, Rents and Utilities Paid for 2023)  EASY PEASY!

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Griswold

Eligible participants can visit certified farmers’ markets and farm stands to redeem benefits for local CT Grown farm products.  Come down today to get your Farmers’ Market Card   

We can help!

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Griswold

Call if you have questions or concerns regarding

Medicare, Social Security, Insurance, Medications, Emergency Food, Food Stamps, Senior Housing or any other services.  We can also help make appointments for bloodwork at Quest and other appointments too.

 

 

Reminder: July Food Distribution

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Preston

The Food Distribution for July 5th has been cancelled due to the
holiday. We’ll be back in business and eagerly awaiting your arrival for the
August 2nd distribution. Look forward to seeing you then. We are most
appreciative to United Community & Family Services to continue this
important program at the Preston Senior Center. We welcome residents
and non-residents alike. We are also fortunate to include the Uncas Health
Mobile van at each monthly program. Nurses are available to answer
health questions, provide their monthly newsletter, take blood pressure, etc.

Free Diabetes Telephone Workshop

Posted on June 27, 2024 by East Lyme

SENIOR RESOURCES PRESENTS:
Free Diabetes Telephone Workshop

Learn about Diabetes & Pre-Diabetes:
• What to eat
• Low and high blood sugar
• Guidelines for when you’re sick
• Tips for dealing with stress
• How to set small and achievable goals

6 Weeks, Thursday from 1pm—2pm
July 11th—August 14th
To register, call 860-383-1538 or email Lori at
lrygielski@seniorresourcesec.org

Array Rx Program

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Lyme / Old Lyme

The free program, which will provide prescription drug discount cards to all state
residents, will save significant sums on a number of important and highly-used drugs per prescription! Visit https:// arrayrxcard.com/ to enroll for free and
you’ll receive a free digital card that can be kept on a cell phone and shown to a pharmacist.

United Way Food Distribution

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Griswold

Thursday, June 20th from 4:00-5:30pm

 

Griswold Public Works Garage

1148 Voluntown Rd  (Route 138)

Every 3rd Thursday of the Month  unless rescheduled.