- Kimberly Gordy, Social Worker
- Lisa Fredsbo, Social Worker
- Lisa Carney, Social Worker
- Megan Freeman , Office Assistant
- Heidi McSwain, Financial Assistant
Groton Social Services (GSS) offers support in the form of direct assistance, case management, advocacy, crisis intervention and information/referral services to individuals and families who are in need of temporary assistance with housing, food and other basic necessities. All services are available free of charge to individuals and families who meet eligibility criteria. All persons requesting assistance of any type meet with a Social Worker, who determines eligibility for programs offered by the Town. The Social worker will also make referrals to the other programs/services as necessary to provide advocacy and case management. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Please call for an appointment.
For more information on assistance with Food, Health Insurance, Financial Assistance, Energy Programs, Childcare, etc. please visit the State of Connecticut Department of Social Service’s website at
www.ct.gov/dss/ or call 1-855-626-6632 or visit Infoline at
http://www.211ct.org/or by calling 211 from your phone.
Assistance to Seniors
Health care/insurance matters, assisted living/congregate/skilled care options, resources concerning elderly abuse and neglect, transportation programs and other matters of concern to senior citizens and their families.
Download Elderly Housing Information
Housing Assistance
Supportive Housing Program, assistance with housing search, liaison between landlords and tenants, guidance for renters and homeowners regarding court-ordered evictions, foreclosures, evictions and condemnations.
Food Assistance
Energy Assistance
Groton Utilities Energy Assistance Program, Operation Fuel, Project Warm-Up, Groton Emergency Energy Fund.
Financial Assistance:
Discretionary Fund, Groton Local Assistance Disbursement (GLAD), Emergency Food & Shelter Program, (EFSP)
Outreach Programs
Low Cost Veterinary Services Program, shelter program referrals, furniture bank referrals, budget counseling, job search counseling, general information & referral, Access to Care Insurance Enrollment
Pets
Cat and dog food is available free of charge at
Groton Human Services
2 Fort Hill Road,
Groton, CT 06340
Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30
860-441-6760
Our building is currently open by appointment only due to Covid-19. If you need pet food, please call the office and speak with a social worker. Quantities are limited -- based upon donations.
Pet food locker flyer