The focus of the Social Services Department is to coordinate existing federal, state, regional and local services, to increase community awareness of these services and to develop new programs to meet the needs of Granby residents. For more information about any of the following programs, contact Director Sandy Yost at 860-844-5351. Office hours are weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Granby Local Assistance Program
Granby residents facing financial hardship may access funds once in a 12-month period. The gross household income cannot exceed 60 percent of state median income unless extenuating circumstances can be documented.
Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)
During the winter months, help is available to households to help pay for heating fuel in the form of oil, gas or electric heat. Benefits are available to households with incomes up to 60 percent of the state median income. Processing will be delayed if necessary paperwork is missing. Call the office at 860-844-5351 to see if your household qualifies. New for this heating season: SNAP recipients and SSI beneficiaries are categorically eligible. Liquid asset test has been eliminated.
Eversource Assistance Programs
Winter protection for income eligible households prevents shutoff between Nov. 1, 2021 and May 1, 2022. NuStart Program offers forgiveness of overdue balances as on time, monthly budget payments are made. Matching Payment Program offers monthly payments as low as $50 for qualified customers. Call Eversource at 800-286-2828 or visit Eversource.com/BillHelp.
Elderly (65+) or Disabled Renter’s Rebate Program
Applications for the Renter’s Rebate Program are accepted from April 1 to Sept. 30. Applicants must have turned 65 by the end of 2021. Persons who are receiving Social Security Disability are also eligible. Call the office (860-844-5350) to schedule an appointment and for documentation requirements.
Food Resources
Granby Food Pantry: Located at 248 Salmon Brook Street, pantry hours are Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. to Noon and Thursday, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Before using the Granby Food Pantry, you must qualify with the Town of Granby Social Services Department. An appointment is necessary; call 860-844-5350 to schedule.
Waste Not Want Not Community Kitchen: Free meal available as drive up to pick up service every Wednesday, 3 – 6 p.m. at South Congregational Church, 242 Salmon Brook St. The meal is free, but an offering is always welcome.
Mobile FoodShare: Every other Tuesday, 1:30 – 2 p.m. Call for dates. Park behind South Congregational Church and Visiting Nurses Building only. Remember to bring your own bags. For more locations or weather permitted cancellations visit ctfoodbank.org/get-help/connecticut-food-banks-mobile-pantry-schedule/
Life Church Hope 4 Life Food Pantry: Located at 23 Griffin Road, the food pantry is open on Wednesdays, 2 – 4 p.m. to members of Life Church as well as anyone who is in need. No qualification necessary. Due to COVID safety concerns, we have a drive through service. Volunteer staff will place boxes of food in the trunk of your car. Each box weighs approximately 50 pounds. For more information, please call the church office at 860-653-3308.
Open Cupboard Pantry/Weekend Grab ‘n Go Snack Packs: First Congregational Church, 219 North Granby Road, distributions are Fridays, 3–4 p.m. The packs contain nutritious non-perishable food items. Please enter the church parking lot via north entrance on Stratton Road. Call First Church at 860-653-4537 with any questions.
SNAP: CT Foodbank will continue to facilitate SNAP applications by phone. For help with SNAP call 860-856-4357. This process will take approximately 30 minutes and CT Foodbank will mail you a packet to sign and return.