Carol went above and beyond to help our center during COVID. Because of her dedication, she has been chosen as our volunteer of the month for November. She helped hand out meals during Community First, directed traffic during food boxes distribution, worked our special events and was always willing to do what was needed for any volunteer task. Carol also has been assisting our VNA nurse during the foot clinics for roughly four years. She is a retired Home Health Aide of 37 years and still enjoys having purpose and as she stated “Doesn’t know how to sit still!” A favorite hobby of Carol’s is doing yard work; she takes her hearing aids out and becomes one with nature. One of her greatest joys is her 8 great grandchildren, four of them were born just this summer. Family traditions also are very important to Carol her family has had the tradition of brunch after church at a relative’s house for the past 80 years! Carol is an asset to the center and we are truly lucky to have her!!
Category: Resources
Thursday, November 18th – Mobile Food Pantry Food Box Distribution
Time: 4:00-5:30pm or until we run out
Location: GRISWOLD SENIOR CENTER, 22 SOULE ST, JEWETT CITY
Food box is free
No paperwork necessary
First-come first-serve or until we run out
Please remain in your car
Please open your trunk
Please wear a mask
Griswold Senior Center Working For Your Community
Thanksgiving Dinners!
We are working to assist the American Legion with delivering hot turkey dinners. Do you or someone you know need a hot Thanksgiving meal delivered to them on Thanksgiving Day?
Please call the senior center at 860-376-2604.
There is no cost for the meal.
TVCCA ENERGY ASSISTANCE
DON’T GET CAUGHT OUT IN THE COLD!
APPLY FOR HEATING ASSISTANCE THIS WINTER.
When you have all your documentation,
please call the Senior Center to schedule an
appointment to process your application.
COVID-19 Booster Vaccines Available
PFIZER & MODERNA BOOSTER SHOTS ARE AVAILABLE AT LISBON WALMART WALK-INS ARE WELCOME
WALGREEN IN JEWETT CITY HAS MODERNA BOOSTER BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
AARP Driver Safety Program- Web-Based Class Alternative
AARP now has a web-based video course available. This version is available any time to sign up and take. It is a four hour class but there isn’t a person teaching it; it is video based training. It requires the participant to have a computer/laptop/tablet to take this web-based version of the class. There is a discount available for this version of the class. Information on registration is on the website below and if there are any issues, there is contact information on the website to utilize.
AARP will continue to offer a special 25% off discount through the end of the year on the Smart Driver online course. Website: www.aarpdriversafety.org Promo code for 25% off discount: DRIVINGSKILLS (good through December 31, 2021)
Monday, January 24th from 9:00-12:00pm- Appointments with Podiatrist, Dr. Walters
To schedule your appointment time, or for any other inquiries, please call his office at 860-599-4555.
Medicare Open Enrollment Deadlines
October 15th -Enrollment Begins
December 7th- Enrollment Ends
January 1st- First day of Coverage
TVCCA Energy Assistance Program 2021-2022
Winter is coming and home heating costs can be a struggle for many. There is help.
TVCCA is now taking applications for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program which provides assistance towards a homes primary source of heat – oil, natural gas, electricity, propane, kerosene, coal, wood or wood pellets. The program is designed to help offset the winter heating costs of Connecticut’s lower income households. Eligibility is based on income, family size, assets, and expenses. Payments are made directly to the utility or fuel company.
Income and Asset Limits apply:
Household Size: 1 2 3 
Annual Income $39,027 $51,035 $63,044
Applications can be done over the phone or in person.
For an appointment or for additional information, please call TVCCA (860) 425-6681
Friday, November 5th from 10:00 to 11:00am- Pop-Up drive-Thru Food Distribution
Our monthly food distribution will continue during November. We plan on
distributing the food on Friday, November 5th between the hours of 10:00 –
11:00 a.m. Unfortunately, some individuals confuse the advertised time of the
distribution and arrive much later in the day for food. We close at 11:00 a.m. If
you arrive at 11:30 or 12:00, the food has been packed up and sent back to
Norwich. We are most appreciative for the continued efforts of United
Community & Family Services extraordinary dedication to this valuable service for
our community. They also have co-sponsors for each distribution which is held.
Many banking institutions such as Charter Oak, Dime Bank, Core Plus Credit Union
are instrumental in making this process happen. Thanks to all!