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1. Where do I go if I need Financial Assistance?

Connecticut Department of Social Services

2. What documents do I need to bring with me when applying for one of the Social Services programs?

Proof of Bloomfield residency, Photo ID with current address, current bill, rent receipt or mortgage statement, gross income for the most recent 30 days, DSS budget sheet, if applicable, Date of Birth (long form for youth 18 and under, proof of guardianship/custody, if applicable.

3. Where do I go if I need Emergency Shelter?

211 Infoline

4. How can I find out about your holiday program sign-ups?

View our Financial Assistance programs or call 860-242-1895 for more information.

5. How do I find the right child care arrangement for my child?

211 Infoline or see local resources and options.

6. What are my options for affordable, Section 8, subsidized and/or senior citizen housing?

See the CT Housing Choice Voucher Program website for more information on how to apply.

7. What is “assisted living”? Are there any places in Bloomfield?

Assisted living is a managed residential community of individual apartments that provides a full range of support services from daily meals, laundry, transportation, recreation, and maintenance. Nursing services are available 24 hours a day. For information on assisted living facilities in Bloomfield and the surrounding area, you can call the Town of Bloomfield, Social and Youth Services Department at 860-242-1895.

8. Where do I go if I need help paying for my oil or other heating bills?

Community Renewal Team and Operation Fuel

9. Where do I go if I need food?

• Mobile Foodshare
• Bloomfield Food Bank
• The First Congregational Church - Community Kitchen
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

10. What do I do if I received a Notice to Quit and is being evicted from my home?

Statewide Legal Services

Connecticut Fair Housing Center

Housing Court

11. I am new to Medicare. Can you help me understand my options?

Yes! We have a certified CHOICES counselor who can assist you with Medicare and its related options with supplemental plans, prescription drug coverage, Advantage plans, and more. Please contact us at 860-242-1895 to speak with a counselor or to make an appointment.

12. What are the hours to the Food Bank?

The Bloomfield Food Bank is open Wednesday from 1 to 3 pm and Friday from 11 am to 1 pm.