Social Services / Resources

East Haddam Youth and Family Services operates a centralized system for the coordination and referral of essential services to East Haddam residents in need. This system connects individuals and families to resources such as the local Food Bank, Clothing Bank, Senior Center, River Valley Personal Care Products program, energy and fuel assistance, housing support including rental and mortgage assistance and public transportation services.

In addition to referrals, East Haddam Youth and Family Services provides support with online applications for state and federal benefit programs, including SNAP, Cash Assistance, the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program, and Operation Fuel.

Below you will find the state wide 2-1-1 resources database along with a directory geared towards East Haddam residents. At any point you need assistance please call us directly at 860-873-3296 or Andrea.Webster@ehyfs.org

Food
Emergency food, meals
Mental Health
Counseling, treatment, support groups
Health Care
Payment, insurance, prevention, treatment
Housing
Emergency housing, rent/mortgage assistance
Substance Use
Treatment, prevention, screening
Youth
Education/employment, basic needs, parenting
Transportation
Ride/transit options
Utility Assistance
Energy assistance, helping paying for utilities/heat

Children & Families
Early care, education, home visiting
Crisis
Intervention, mental health support, shelter, food
Basic Needs
Clothing, household items, diapers
Legal Assistance
Family law, discrimination, immigration services
Re-Entry
Resources for people recently released from incarceration
Older Adults
Benefits Assistance, residential options, in home assistance
Kinship
Relative caregiver supports and assistance
Veterans
Resources, programs, and supports for service members, veterans, and their families

East Haddam Youth & Family Services Directory of Local Resources: