Free United Way Resources

Renter's Rebate for Elderly & Disabled Renters  

Eligible seniors and folks with disabilities may qualify for rent reimbursement of up to $900 for married couples and up to $700 for individuals. The application period is open from April 1 to September 30 of each year. If you miss the deadline, you may be able to request an extension. Applications can be made through your town’s social service agency or Assessor’s Office, depending on the town. Call (860) 418-6377 with any questions.

Free Community Resources - Stamford

Stamford Connect

Stamford’s very own guide to the wealth of human services offered by our provider community. This online, searchable repository is StamfordConnect: Resources for Community Wellbeing, which is hosted on the Ferguson Library website. We invite you to explore the site, confident that this information is both comprehensive and current when sharing it with your clients and others.

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Free Community Resources - Greater New Milford

The New Milford Youth Agency & Counseling Center

New Miford Youth Agency at 2 Pickett District Road, New Milford, CT 06776

The New Milford Youth Agency is now offering no-cost mental health counseling services for parents, guardians and caregivers. Are you interested in gaining skills and techniques to feel more confident?

Please contact Sara Wendrow, LMSW at (860) 210 - 2030 to schedule an intake. Limited days and slots available.

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Free Community Resources - Greater Bridgeport

Bridgeport Farmers' Market

Visit a farmers market season! Shop with SNAP at any participating Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative market and get your benefits matched dollar-for dollar.

Now you can enjoy SNAP Matching and BFMC programs at Paradise Green Farmers' Market in Stratford as well! Visit them on Monday's from 2:00 - 6:00 PM. See schedule above for Bridgeport market dates and times.

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United Way of Coastal and Western CT Hosts Inaugural Impact Breakfast, Launches New Strategic Plan and The ALICE Fund

United Way of Coastal and Western CT Hosts Inaugural Impact Breakfast, Launches New Strategic Plan and The ALICE Fund

Norwalk, CT — September 19, 2024 — United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut (UWCWC) celebrated a pivotal moment at its first annual Impact Breakfast on September 17th, gathering over 155 local non-profit leaders, donors, and corporate partners. The event spotlighted the unveiling of UWCWC’s new strategic plan and the launch of The ALICE Fund, both designed to address the critical needs of the community.