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Norwich Public Utilities is currently offering NPU electric customers rebates on the purchase of new Energy Star rated air conditioners and Energy Star rated electric water heaters. The rebate is good for purchases made between July 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021.  Rebates are $60 for a qualifying air conditioner and up to $500 for a qualifying electric water heater.  Other energy efficiency rebates are also available.

For more information visit

www.norwichpublicutilities.com/residential/efficiency-programs-rebates

Rebates are also available for the lease or purchase of a new or used (2019 or newer) all-electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and for the purchase and installation of EV charging equipment.

www.norwichpublicutilities.com/residential/electric-vehicle-charging-rebate-program

Norwich Public Utilities wants to help you save money and conserve energy by making your home more energy efficient.  Enjoy the benefits of saving energy all year long including saving on heating costs in the winter and cooling costs in the summer.  NPU has contracted with Lantern Energy to have them conduct free energy audits of NPU customer’s homes.  Appointments are scheduled year round.

For more information visit:

www.norwichpublicutilities.com/residential/efficiency-programs-rebates

AARP Driver Safety – Smart Driver Course

The AARP Smart Driver Course is currently being offered as an online class or a ZOOM class only.

Consult your insurance agent for information about discounts available from taking this class.

Classes are currently being offered either online or via a live ZOOM class. 

For more information and to take the class online, go to: www.aarpdriversafety.org           Use coupon code DRIVINGSKILLS for 25% off  

For more information and to take a ZOOM class, Visit: aarp.cvent.com/dsvirtual or Contact: Brent Leveille,  bbleveille@gmail.com

November 10^th  9:30 am – 1:45 pm.   Register by October 27^th

Provided by The Connecticut Humane Society

12:30pm – 4:00pm

More Information & Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend this clinic? New London County Senior Citizens (55+) who may not have access to veterinary care for their pets due to financial reasons.

Do I need an appointment to have my pet(s) seen?  Yes.  Appointments are needed.  Call the Connecticut Humane Society at (860) 594-4500 x6308 to make an appointment.  Visits with the veterinarian will typically take about 10-15 minutes for each pet.  Expect there to be a short wait time.  Your patience and cooperation is greatly appreciated.

What is the cost of bringing my pet(s) to this clinic?  No cost.  All services are free.

What are the services provided to pets at this clinic?  Each pet seen by our veterinarian will get a general wellness exam, rabies and distemper/parvo vaccinations (as needed), heartworm test, dewormer (as needed), flea & tick preventative and their nails trimmed.

Is there a limit to the number of pets or type of pet I bring?  We can see up to 2 pets per family in a single visit.  Only dogs or cats will be seen.  All dogs must be leashed and all cats must be in carriers.  We reserve the right to refuse sick, pregnant, or aggressive pets.

What COVID-19 safety measures need to be followed?  The Connecticut Humane Society requires all clients, vaccinated or not, to wear face masks at the clinic.  Only those individuals who’s pets are being seen will be allowed in the building.  All others and their pets will need to wait outside until their scheduled appointment time.  Social distancing will be in place.

Where will this clinic be held?  Rose City Senior Center, 8 Mahan Drive, Norwich.

Medicare Benefits Counselor Natalie Lindberg has decided that full retirement is not for her and returned in August to work at the Senior Center.  Natalie is available to assist seniors with questions on Medicare and Medicare plans.  Natalie meets with seniors by appointment and can assist New London County residents aged 60 years and older.  She will be at Rose City Senior Center on Wednesdays.  Please call (860) 889-5960 for an appointment.