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Social services updates: energy assistance closed for season; renters' rebate and back-to-school aid available
Summary
Social services reported the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program closed for the season and that applications for next winter reopen in October. The commission was told the elderly/disabled renters' rebate is open through Sept. 30 (up to $900 for couples, $700 for individuals) and the back-to-school program is collecting gift-card donations for eligible families.
At the June 2 meeting the commission heard a social services update on assistance programs and seasonal service windows.
A social services representative reported that the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program has closed for this season and that staff will begin taking applications for next winter’s assistance in October. The presenter also reminded residents that social services is currently accepting applications for the elderly/disabled renters' rebate program through Sept. 30; the presenter said rebate amounts can be up to $900 for married couples and up to $700 for individuals and advised residents to call or email social services for eligibility details.
The presenter described the annual back-to-school program: social services collects Amazon, Target and Walmart gift cards and monetary donations for the East Granby Emergency Assistance Fund so income-eligible families can purchase backpacks and school supplies. A contact number and email were provided in the meeting for residents seeking assistance or wanting to donate.
No formal decisions or votes were taken on these program items during the meeting; they were presented as service updates and reminders for residents and volunteers.
