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Human, Youth, & Senior Services
Mission Statement
The mission of the Rocky Hill Human, Youth, & Senior Services Department is to assist residents with social, emotional, and economic needs. Our services help clients achieve self-sufficiency, maintain economic well-being, and reestablish control in their lives. We service all population segments, including children, adults, elderly, disabled, and financially disadvantaged residents.
Human, youth & Senior Services Staff
Melissa Hicks, LPC, Director mhicks@rockyhillct.gov 860-258-2724
Nicole DiClemente, Human Services ndiclemente@rockyhillct.gov 860-258-2793
Lori Stanczyc, LPC, Youth Services lstanczyc@rockyhillct.gov 860-258-2718
Kelli Ayala, MSW, Youth Services kayala@rockyhillct.gov 860-258-2726
Contact Us
Main Office Phone Number
860-258-2799
Main Office Fax Number
860-258-2796
Website
www.rockyhillct.gov/209/Human-Services
Main Email
humanservices@rockyhillct.gov
Main Office Address
761 Old Main Street Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Food Pantry Address
673 Old Main Street Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Office Hours
Main Office
Monday–Friday: 8:30–4:30pm
Food Pantry
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:00am–4:00pm
Other Useful Numbers/Websites
211 - Infoline, www.211ct.org
988 - the ‘911’ for suicide prevention and mental health crisis services
Like us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/Rocky-Hill-Human-youth-and-Senior-Services-724043077983345/
Human Services Programs/Support Offered
Food Pantry
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm
Human Services maintains a food pantry at 673 Old Main Street for food-insecure residents. Donations from various churches, community groups, businesses, and individuals provide the supply for the pantry. A variety of non-perishable food items in conjunction with grocery store gift cards for perishable items are available for qualified residents.
Call 860-258-2799 for more information or to make an appointment to see if your household qualifies.
Food Pantry Donations Accepted: Cash donations, gift cards for perishable foods and/ or nonperishable, unexpired food, and sanitary items are accepted. All Food Pantry donations are ONLY accepted at the Food Pantry located at 673 Old Main St. There are bins for nonperishable items and a locked drop box for monetary items. If you have a large donation please contact the Coordinator, Ken, at 860-257-3501 to set that up.
Program Application Assistance
The Human Services Department provides staff to assist residents with finding information and completing applications for local, state, and federal assistance programs. These services may enhance the quality of life and we can aid in navigating programs and support residents in applying for them. Call 860-258-2799 for more information or to make an appointment.
Renters’ Rebate Program
Connecticut provides a reimbursement program for renters who are elderly or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Persons renting an apartment
or room, or living in cooperative housing or a mobile home may be eligible for this program. Renters’ rebates can be up to $900 for
married couples and $700 for single persons. The renters’ rebate amount is based on a graduated income scale and the amount of rent and utility payments (excluding telephone) made in the calendar year prior to the year in which the renter applies. An application may be completed with your town social service agency, or the Assessor’s Office, depending on the town, between April 1st and October 1st.
For more information or to make an appointment to apply please call Human Services at 860-258-2799.
Back-to-School Program
Human & Youth Services, with the help of
our generous donors, has a Back-to-School Program for our disadvantaged Rocky Hill families. During the last 2 weeks of August, this program provides back-to-school supplies, backpacks, and gift cards for shoes and clothing, for Rocky Hill children entering Kindergarten through 12th grade. The program depends on community donations and is on
a first-come, first-serve basis to help families offset the costs of sending their children back to school. Please call 860-258-2799 to make an appointment to apply to pick up supplies.
Holiday Family Program
Human, Youth, & Senior Services coordinates holiday programs for Rocky Hill families that need help with the upcoming holiday season; we can assist with food, gift cards, and gifts for children 12 and under. If your family is in need this holiday season please call 860-258-2799 for more information.
Holiday Meal Program
Human Services can have a fresh meal delivered for Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Easter to anyone that might be alone during the holiday season. There are no qualifications or limitations on the program, we just want every resident to enjoy a nice meal on the holidays. Please reach out to us at 860-258-2799 if you would like to be included in our deliveries.
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