Contact
Elise Cosker
Social Services Director
[email protected]
PHONE 860-413-3328
FAX 860-413-3207
Address
20 Center Street
East Granby, CT 06026
Hours
Monday-Thursday
10:00AM – 3:00PM
Holiday Gift Giving Program
The holiday season is fast approaching, and East Granby Social Services is once again preparing for our annual Holiday Gift Giving Program. Each year, our community comes together to bring joy to local families who are facing financial hardship. We are currently seeking generous individuals, families, businesses, and community groups to sponsor East Granby families by fulfilling holiday Wish Lists for children. Sponsors can choose to purchase gifts or gift cards or make a monetary donation. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back and directly support a neighbor in need. Whether you sponsor a full family or contribute a few items, your kindness can make a meaningful difference. Please complete this Donor Registration Form, or reach out to Social Services directly by phone (860) 413-3328 or email [email protected] to sign up as a sponsor.
CT Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP)
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Our Mission
The Social Services Department is responsible for providing assistance for residents with social, emotional, and economic needs. Our services help residents achieve self-sufficiency, maintain economic well-being and adjust to difficult circumstances and events in their lives. The department provides assistance with Energy Assistance, Renter’s Rebate Program, Holiday programs, Back to School programs, Food Programs, Information and Referrals.
Emergency Financial Assistance
The East Granby Emergency Assistance Fund is available to those income eligible residents who are in need of emergency financial assistance with fuel, housing, medical, electric and other critical needs. The fund is supported solely through donations and gifts from the community and 100% of the funds raised are given back to qualifying residents who are facing financial hardship. Donations can be made to the East Granby Emergency Assistance Fund and mailed to East Granby Social Services, 20 Center St., East Granby, CT 06026.
FFY 2026 State Income Guidelines
Household Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
Annual Income | $47,764 | $62,460 | $77,157 | $91,854 | $106,550 | $121,247 | $124,002 | $126,758 |
Energy Assistance
The CT Energy Assistance Program is administered by the Department of Social Services in partnership with local Community Action Agencies throughout the state. It is designed to help offset the winter heating costs of Connecticut’s lower income households who fall at or below 60% of the state’s median income. Applications for East Granby residents can be completed from October through May at East Granby Social Services by appointment or online at https://portal.ct.gov/heatinghelp/applyonline
Operation Fuel
Operation Fuel provides year-round emergency energy assistance to households who fall outside the CT Energy Assistance income guidelines or have exhausted their CT Energy Assistance grant. Applications can be completed directly through the Operation Fuel website
Renters Rebate
East Granby Social Services will accept applications for the State of CT Renters’ Rebate Program each year from April 1st through September 30th.
For more information and income guidelines please refer to the State Website
Friend to Friend Food Pantry/ Thrift Store
The Friend to Friend Food Pantry was established to supplement the weekly grocery needs of residents who have been identified by East Granby Social Services as needing assistance. Weekly rides to the Food Pantry are provided by the East Granby Mini Bus for residents in need of transportation and deliveries can be scheduled for those participants who are homebound. Each year Friend to Friend creates holiday food baskets to make sure everyone can enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving and holiday dinner. To volunteer or donate please call (860) 413-9015 or email [email protected]. Food donations may be dropped off at East Granby Senior/Community Center, East Granby Public Library and the East Granby Congregational Church and monetary donations can be mailed to Friend to Friend Food Pantry, P.O. Box 631, East Granby, CT 06026
Location:
The Friend to Friend Food Pantry is located at the East Granby Congregational Church, 9 Rainbow Road, East Granby, CT.
The Thrift Shop is located in the historic south School building located at 32 Spoonville Road, East Granby, CT.
Hours:
The pantry is open for 2.5 hours on Fridays, from 8:30am to 11:00am.
How to Apply:
Please complete the pantry application and return to East Granby Social Services along with proof of income for the past 30 days.
Friend to Friend Registration/Application
FFY 2026 State Income Guidelines
Household Size | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
Annual Income | $47,764 | $62,460 | $77,157 | $91,854 | $106,550 | $121,247 | $124,002 | $126,758 |
The Thrift Shop is open three times during the week: April -December
Tuesday: 10 am – 2pm
Thursday 2pm – 6pm
Saturday: 10 am – 2pm
The telephone number for the thrift shop is 860-413-9015. Please leave a message if you call outside of these hours and someone will get back to you.
Farmington Valley Mobile Foodshare
Waste Not Want Not Community Kitchen
- Free community meal every Wednesday from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
- South Congregational Church, 242 Salmon Brook Street, Granby, CT 06035
- No qualification necessary-just show up. The meal is free, but an offering is always welcome.
Meals on Wheels
McLean Home provides meals for ill, homebound, or disabled persons, delivered by volunteers five days per week.
A sliding fee scale is available. Call 860-658-3700 for additional information.
Are you looking to make a positive impact in the lives of our senior citizens? We are seeking compassionate and dedicated volunteers to help with our “Good Sam” program. Your support can make a world of difference!
What We Need Help With:
- Transportation: Assist with rides to appointments, grocery stores, or social outings.
- Small Jobs: Help with light yard work, home repairs, or organizing.
- Friendly Visits: Spend time chatting or engaging in activities to reduce loneliness.
- Errands: Pick up groceries, prescriptions, or other essentials.
Who Can Volunteer? Anyone with a kind heart and a willingness to help! Whether you have an hour a week or more, your time will be greatly appreciated.
Why Volunteer?
- Make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.
- Build connections and friendships in your community.
- Gain valuable experience and skills.
- Be part of a compassionate network of volunteers.
Interested? If you’re ready to lend a helping hand, please complete the 2025 Good Sam Application and return it to us either by fax (860-413-3207), mail to East Granby Senior/Social Services, 9 Center Street, East Granby, CT 06026 or email.
Kelly Jacobs Elise Cosker
Director of Senior Services Director of Social Services
(860) 413-3334 (860) 413-3328
[email protected] [email protected]
