Information for New Fairfield Seniors brochure 



SNAP is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which offers nutrition assistance to eligible individuals and families and provides economic benefits to communities. SNAP helps individuals and families purchase food at participating supermarkets, groceries, and farmers markets. 

Emergency Functional Needs Registration

 What if an emergency were to occur, would you need special assistance due to a medical condition or disability?  If so, the New Fairfield Office of Emergency Management and the New Fairfield Department of Social Services has a registry for people who may require assistance in the event of a disaster, such as a tornado, severe storm, or a chemical spill.  This is a voluntary registration and the information submitted will be used by emergency personnel to identify those with functional needs if an emergency should occur.  If you, a member of your family, or a neighbor may require assistance in the event of an emergency or you would like to update an already existing form, please contact the Office of Emergency Management at (203) 312-5723 or the New Fairfield Department of Social Services at (203) 312-5669.  Additionally, you may download a Functional Needs Registration Form from the Office of Emergency Managements webpage located on the Town of New Fairfield’s website http:/www.newfairfield.org

Energy Assistance for Winter Heating

Applications are being accepted starting September 1st. If interested in applying, please contact New Fairfield Social Services at 203 312-5669

Applicants must provide proof of income and assets for all household members.

Income Guidelines

Household Size

1 under $35,116

2 under $45,920

3 under $56,725

4 under $67,530

**A liquid assests test is an additional basic eligiblility requirement.
Liquid assets include: checking, savings, CD's, stocks/shares, bonds, annuities, certificates of deposit and individual retirement accounts.  (Individual Retirement Accounts are considered to be liquid assets if the accounts are in the name of a household member who is 59-and-one-half years old or more.)  The purpose of the liquid assets test is to try to ensure that winter heating assistance dollars go to households most in need; that is, to people without the financial means to heat their home.

For homeowners, the first $15,000 in liquid assets, and for other households, the first $12,000 in liquid assets, is disregarded.  Any amount over that limit, when added to the annual gross income must be below the income guidelines.

 Visit CT Energy Assistance Program   for more information

 Medicare Savings Programs

If you qualify for one of the three Medicare Savings Programs (depending on your income), DSS will pay your Medicare Part B premium each month. In addition, some enrollees will be covered for Medicare deductibles and co-insurance.

 Elderly Tax Relief

Homeowners over the age of 65 may apply for Tax Relief between February 1st and May 15th each year. See more information and  an application.

Many Seniors have trouble seeping. You may find some helpful information at

Sleep Help.org 

Savings on your phone bill:

What is the Lifeline Program?

The Lifeline Program is a federal program that provides a monthly benefit on home or wireless phone and broadband service to eligible households.

The Lifeline benefit can lower or eliminate the cost of your monthly phone or internet bill. Only one benefit is available per household; either phone service (home or wireless) or internet (home or mobile), but not both.

Click here for more information and to find out if you're eligible.

Alzheimer's Health Guide from Drugwatch, a free web health resource, reviewed by the Health on the Net Foundation.
Drugwatch has published a brand new comprehensive and easy to read guide that covers what the disease is, diagnosis and stages, causes and risks, symptoms, treatment, and more.

More information and resources are at the     CT Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association

 For information from the Desk of Cindy White, Municipal Agent to the Elderly, Click here