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Late last week, I sent out an email regarding the current status of SNAP. On Friday, two federal judges ruled that at least some funding from the USDA emergency fund had to be released.
On Monday, the Trump Administration said it would release partial funding, but there's still uncertainty surrounding when/how that funding will be available.
In the meantime, if you are in need of food assistance, local pantries across the state are providing essential emergency assistance. Pantries are also seeking donations to help meet the growing demand.
Click here to find food programs and services available through 211 Connecticut. You can also call 2-1-1 or 1-800-203-1234.
Click here to find a Connecticut Foodshare food pantry or mobile food pantry.
Please consider making a monetary donation or even donating your time to Connecticut Foodshare if you are able. Click here to volunteer and/or to donate. |
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Help in Farmington |
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The Farmington Food Pantry is at 75 Main St., Farmington.
- Every Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. - noon - Fourth Thursday of every month, noon-2 p.m. - Third Saturday of every month, 9:30am-noon
- Eligibility: Farmington and Unionville residents in need; residents must be prequalified by town
If you can, please consider donating to the pantry.
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Next Wednesday, Nov. 12, the House of Representatives will be in a Special Session. You can follow along live on the Connecticut Network at ct-n.com or find us on YouTube and Roku.
At this time our agenda is likely to include votes to mitigate the negative impacts of massive funding gaps created by the Federal government in the areas of healthcare, food, childcare, WIC, heating assistance and school meals; improving children's mental health; strengthening data privacy and courthouse protections; and addressing CT’s housing shortage. |
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| Veterans Day in Farmington |
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| The town will host a brief Veterans Day ceremony at Farmington Town Hall, 1 Monteith Drive, in front of the Veterans Memorial Monument, at 11 a.m. |
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November marks the fifth annual Heating Assistance Awareness Month, and the legislature is partnering with Eversource to raise awareness of available programs to help pay or lower heating bills and keep homes warm this winter.
If you or someone you know is struggling to keep up with their energy bills, now is the time to get assistance this winter heating season. There is a plan for everyone, including:
Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP):
- Apply to get up to $645 towards your heating bill from CEAP. Apply for CEAP online at CT.gov/heatinghelp or through your local Community Action Agency (CAA). Find your local CAA at 211.ct.org or call 211.
Energy Efficiency:
- Take advantage of Eversource’s energy efficiency programs, incentives, and tips to help you save money and reduce your overall energy use during the colder months. Renters need permission from their landlords to participate.
Winter Protection:
- If you provide proof of qualifying household income or public assistance benefits you receive for at least one household member, your service cannot be shut off between November 1 and May 1.
Visit eversource.com/billhelp to learn more about these programs. You can also find your local CAA for assistance at 211ct.org or call 211.
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The Generation Power CT (GPCT) Emergency Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time grant of up to $500 to help eligible Connecticut households with electric, gas, or fuel expenses.
Increasing energy costs are a challenge for many in the state, but through this program, GPCT has helped to provide families across Connecticut with secure access to heat, power, and water.
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All GPCT energy programs are available to income-eligible households making up to 75% SMI gross household income. Each income-eligible household that receives a GPCT Energy Assistance Award will receive up to $500 toward a future fuel delivery or toward a past-due utility bill.
For the best chance of approval, and to make full use of this once-per-12-months grant, GPCT strongly encourages households to apply for assistance when they are most in need. GPCT has three energy assistance cycles coming up, including Nov 2-10.
The other dates:
To learn more about eligibility requirements and application materials, please click HERE.
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| Congratulations to everyone who won their local elections on Tuesday, and thank you to everyone who ran. Our community is stronger with engaged citizens and the contributions of neighbors who agree to take on the responsibilities of leading our town. I appreciate every local official’s contribution to our community! |
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Please feel free to contact me if you have any additional questions. My office number is 1-800-842-8267. I can also be reached by email: Mike.Demicco@cga.ct.gov. For more updates, please follow my Official Facebook Page.
Sincerely,
Mike Demicco |
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