Social Services/Municipal Agent

This page serves as a resource guide for people in need.

If you are in need of help, here are some resources you can call direct:

• State Assistance (financial, medical, food stamps): 704.3100, ask for the Intake Unit.
  
• Social Security: 347.8562.
  
• Connecticut Legal Services: 344.0380.
  
• Winter Energy Assistance (CRT): 347.4465.
  
• Infoline: 211
• The Shoreline Soup Kitchen has meal sites and grocery distribution.
  Call: 388.1988

• The Estuary Council in Old Saybrook provides many services to the Estuary towns.
  Call: 388.1611

Dean Jacques, Interim Social Services Director
767.4540 Ext. 201
djacques@essexct.gov

Municipal Agent

The purpose of the Municipal Agent is to provide seniors, and those who wish to help them, with information on available programs and resources, and to guide them to the Community State and Federal agencies that provide the assistance they need.
       The Selectman's Office at Town Hall has available the information needed to apply for Federal and State benefits, such as winter heating assistance, food assistance, financial assistance, housing, Conn-Pace, and Medicare Supplemental Options. Additionally, information regarding social security, legal services, exercise and nutrition, transportation, senior clubs, adult daycare, home healthcare, education, employment and volunteer opportunities can be obtained from this office.

Dean Jacques, Interim Municipal Agent
767.4540 Ext. 201
djacques@essexct.gov

Please Note!
Free or Low-cost Health Care for Children!
No child should be without health care. Health Care for UninSured Kids and Youth (HUSKY) makes medical care affordable for Connecticut’s children. The HUSKY program provides free or low-cost coverage for children under age 19. HUSKY covers doctor visits, glasses, dental care, emergency care, mental health services, and more. To get more information about HUSKY or to apply, call toll free 1.877.CT-HUSKY (1.877.284.-8759) or visit www.huskyhealth.com.
      If you represent a business, church, or community organization and would like to have a free presentation about HUSKY call Lee Ackerson 860.550.6744, ext. 269.

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