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2022 East Hartford Social Services Division Announces Sign-Ups for Thanksgiving & Christmas Programs

Posted on: October 6, 2022 - 1:56pm
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East Hartford, CT-- East Hartford Social Services has begun accepting applications for  Thanksgiving & Christmas Food baskets for families with minor children and holiday toy gift cards for children 10 and younger. The application for both programs can be downloaded HERE.

The application can be downloaded, filled out, signed, and returned to the department with all necessary information by November 1, 2022.  Applications and supporting paperwork may be returned via email to socialservices@easthartfordct.gov; faxed to 860-291-7304; mailed to Social Services Department at 740 Main Street, East Hartford, CT 06108; or placed in the green drop box in the Town Hall parking lot.  Individuals may also contact the department at 860-291-7248 to request assistance with completing the application or to request an application be mailed to you.  Once the completed application is returned to the department, a staff member will contact you via phone to confirm eligibility. 

In addition to the signed application, COPIES of the following documents are requested (please note, originals cannot be returned):

  • Photo ID and proof of current address for applicant & proof of current address for all household members age 18 and older.  Current address verifications: valid lease, current bill, mail or rent receipt dated within the past 4 weeks.
  • Proof of current household monthly gross income.
  • Current budget sheet from DSS for cash assistance only.
  • Dates of birth for all household members.
  • Documentation the adult applying for the program is the parent/legal guardian/primary responsible adult for the children. Examples include birth certificate, school enrollment record or application from other East Hartford or State programs.

Holiday meal programs are also available for adults with no minor children.  If you wish to sign-up for these meal programs, please contact Social Services directly @ 860-291-7248 to find out more and register.  Thanksgiving Holiday Meal registration deadline is November 15, 2022.

Please Note: Completing an application does not guarantee that your request will be fulfilled, as these programs are based on the amount of donations/funding available.

THIS PROGRAM IS FOR EAST HARTFORD RESIDENTS ONLY.