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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. 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, 2022, and May 1, 2023. 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

Campership/Scholarship Program

Qualified applicants may request financial assistance for youth participation in sports programs and Granby Parks and Recreation summer camp sessions. Call 860-844-5351 for an income eligibility screening.

Holiday Sponsorship Program

Collected monetary donations supply holiday meals to Granby families in need. Holiday Wish Lists for qualifying children up to age 16 are fulfilled through the program. Call our Holiday Elf at 860-844-5350 to request a list to fulfill this holiday season.

Mental Health

988—Suicide Prevention Hotline: The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.

Granby Youth Services Bureau: Available to Granby youth and their families, free of charge, counseling is provided by professional marriage and family therapists and professional counselors to residents in need. Service is short term focused to help stabilize crisis situations and encourage positive behavior changes. Call 860-844-5355 for a confidential intake.

Durable Medical Equipment Loaner Closet

Medical equipment, such as wheelchairs, walkers, commodes, canes, and more are accepted as donation and made available to those in need of them. To donate or to request an item, call the Senior Center at 860-844-5350.

Food Resources

Granby Food Pantry: Located at 248 Salmon Brook Street. Pantry hours are Tuesday 10:30 a.m.–Noon and Thursday 2–3:30 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 is 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; an offering is always welcome.

Mobile FoodShare: Every other Tuesday, 1:30 – 2 p.m. Call for dates. Please park behind South Congregational Church and Visiting Nurses Building only. Please 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.

SNAP: Connecticut 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 the Foodbank will mail you a packet to sign and return.

Granby Public Library’s mini pantry: Located within the Municipal Complex at 15 North Granby Road. Non-perishable items may be picked up at the library during its regular hours.