Assistance Information

860-851-9987

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions:

Q: Who is eligible for assistance?
A: Any Stafford Resident (proof of residency required) or member of a Stafford Church

Q: What kind of assistance is available?
A:
Safe Net provides help in the following areas:
1.) Food, through Flo's Friendship Kitchen.
2.) Clothing through Stafford Community Thrift Shop
3.) Utilities (fuel oil, gas, water, electric, etc.)
4.) Housing through our transitional housing program, Elsie's house, and also motel vouchers for short term stays.

Q: How do I know I qualify for help?
A: All applicants must go through Stafford Human/Family Services. There you will be advised as to what assistance is available for your particular circumstance.

Q: Who do I contact, and how?
A: Contact can be made through a number of ways:
1.) via Phone 860-851-9987
2.)
Through e-mail via the Contact Us link on this website
3.) Through Stafford Family Services
      http://www.staffordct.org/family.php
      21 Hyde Park Road
      Stafford Springs, CT 06076
      860-684-4239
4.) Through a clergy member at one of the Stafford churches
5.) Through a Safe Net board member
6.) Via the USPS - P.O. Box 93, Stafford Springs, CT, 06076

For any other additional questions, please use the Contact Us link at the top of this page.