Helpful Medicare Sites

CHOICES (Connecticut's program for Health insurance assistance Outreach, Information and referral, Counseliing, Eligibility Screening)

Free and unbiased services are provided to Medicare-eligible individuals, families, and caregivers of all ages and income levels.

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Center for Medicare Advocacy

Helpful articles and resources

The Center for Medicare Advocacy’s mission is to advance access to comprehensive Medicare coverage, health equity, and quality health care for older people and people with disabilities by providing exceptional legal analysis, education, and advocacy.

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The official Medicare site:

 https://www.medicare.gov/

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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. 

Learn about Lifeline – a federal program to lower the cost of your monthly phone or Internet bill

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 HERE 



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 $37,645

2 under $49,228

3 under $60,881

4 under $72,394

**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. 

Visit CT Energy Assistance Program   for more information

Operation Fuel:

Apply at  https://operationfuel.org/gethelp/get-started/

                                                                                           Operation Fuel serves households whose income does not exceed 75% of the State Median Income. The program provides a one-time grant of up to $500.00 to assist families with their energy bills.

• Operation Fuel assists with all energy types such as oil, electric, natural gas, kerosene, wood, propane, pellets, and other energy sources.
• If the grant is being applied to an electric or gas utility bill, Operation Fuel’s grant can be used to prevent a shutoff or restore utility service.
• Payment history is required for electric and gas utility applicants. 

Operation Fuel requires that all applicants apply for CEAP prior to applying to Operation Fuel, for primary heat sources.  If you are denied a grant from CEAP or have exhausted your CEAP benefit, it may then be determined if you are eligible for a grant benefit.

 Gross Annual Income Guideline by Household Size  (75% of State Median Income)                                                     1 under 45,213.48        2 under 73,059.12                         3 under 73,059.16        4 under $72,394                                                                                        

    Medical Alert Systems                                                    

 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 the Asessor's Office for more information.

   CT Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association has the dual mission of people and science and a commitment that guides the daily work in providing support, research, advocacy and education.

 Eldercare Locator, a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging connecting you to services for older adults and their families. You can also reach us at 1-800-677-1116.

 "Senior Living Costs"

 

Paying for Care with Advantage Plans in CT

Dentistry

t is both a visual symbol of our dual mission of people and science and a commitment that guides us in our daily work in providing support, research, advocacy and education.

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