Programs Address Life-Threatening Illness, SNAP Eligibility

By JOHN VOKET

Published: Oct 29, 2010 12:00 am

SOUTHBURY â Anyone concerned about a family member or friend who has been recently diagnosed with a life-threatening illness may find help in dealing with the situation from an upcoming workshop.

âWhat To Do When Someone Has a Life-Threatening Illnessâ will be held November 4, from 2 to 3 pm, at The Jewish Federation, 444 Main Street North.

The session will offer practical suggestions, guidance, community resources and answers for those concerned about someone who has a life-threatening illness.

The workshop will be led by Mary Condron, LCSW, who is both a lead facilitator at The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children & Families and a medical social worker for Regional Hospiceâs clinical programs. She has a diverse background in social work and special expertise in serious illness.

The Healing Hearts Center for Grieving Children & Families, a program of Regional Hospice, offers numerous support groups, workshops, and programs to the public free of cost throughout the year. For more information or to participate in the upcoming workshop, e call Healing Hearts at 203-792-4422.

To find out more about Regional Hospice, visit www.RegionalHospiceCT.org.

In other news, there is still room for Connecticut residents of all ages to sign up for the next free EarnBenefits and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps) screening being offered on Thursday, November 4, from 10 am to 3 pm, at the Jewish Federation.

During these tough economic times, many people are unaware that there may be both federal and state programs that can help them.

Whether a friend, neighbor, or relative is unemployed, uninsured, or just having difficulty putting enough food on the table or paying for medicine, this screening may offer some solutions for those who are struggling to make ends meet.

Reservations are required for the 30-minute screening. Nera Clemente of the Connecticut Association for Human Services (CAHS) will also use the EarnBenefits program to prescreen clients for up to 12 work support/basic needs programs, including energy assistance, HUSKY and Charter Oak insurance.

To RSVP, call Debby Horowitz, Brownstein Jewish Family Service director, at 203-267-3177, extension 105.

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