Access Community Action Agency

Please come and meet representatives from community organizations to find out what services are offered, how to help yourself and others and other valuable information. June 12 @ 10 – 11:30 AM Windham Senior Center, The Windham Room 1 Jillson Square, Willimantic CT Join representatives from Community Organizations to discuss: What services are offered How you can help yourself and others with their assistance Valuable resources for healthcare, families, and caregivers Register at: https://bit.ly/3UIboC0 REFRESHMENTS | GIVEAWAYS | DOOR PRIZES Walk-ins Welcome!

100 Old Post Rd. · Tolland, CT 06084?·860.454.4300 Applicants must be 62 years?or older Spacious two-bedroom unit Heat and Hot water included Air conditioning included Handicapped accessible unit On-site laundry On-site Resident Services Coord. Computer room with internet access Small Pet Friendly (some restrictions apply) **For more information visit?**www.parker-place.org/

Please join U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy to discuss health care and related issues in Connecticut. Sponsored by the Ossen Family Foundation Medicare Outreach, Education and Advocacy Project. The program will include: Overview of the Center for Medicare Advocacy and the Ossen Medicare Project and Community Advisory Team Sen. Murphy discussing Medicare & Prescription Drug Updates, Health Care Considerations, Elder & Disability Rights, and Other Updates. Open discussion / Q & A https://lnkd.in/ep7ckEUi

Community Rallies to Support Reentry at Windham Community Center By Ian Matthew Harrington, CHW, MBA, Health Disparities Specialist,?Access?Community Action Agency WINDHAM, CT — Last Tuesday, the Windham Community Center was a hub of empathy and advocacy as the community individuals and organizations gathered for the “Rally for Reentry.” Hosted by the Windham Reentry Council under the leadership of Katherine Sanders, the AIC Program Director, the event aimed to bolster support for individuals reentering society post-incarceration and to spotlight the systemic reforms needed to facilitate this transition. Emcee Ian Matthew Harrington, seamlessly wove together the afternoon’s events which featured heartfelt guest speeches, enlightening stories, and poignant interviews. Each segment echoed the event’s core themes: the urgent need for systemic change, the communal journey toward resilience and healing, and the fundamental right to dignity and self-worth for all individuals. Harrington, well-regarded for his dynamic engagement, opened the event by framing the conversation around the necessity of systemic changes and bid the audience to keep in mind ‘what’s next?’ throughout the event. He emphasized that effective reentry programs require not only legislative advocacy but also a transformation in community attitudes toward formerly incarcerated individuals. Harrington’s call to action was clear: communities must actively dismantle the physical and interpersonal barriers that impede successful reintegration. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqUdiv38

Christine resides in Killingly, CT and is part of a large extended family with 8 children and 11 grandchildren. Christine has been a longtime advocate for many issues affecting her children, as well as the children and families in Northeast CT. Those advocacy efforts led her to seek a seat in the CT General Assembly. Christine served as a CT State Representative and member of the Human Services Committee from 2015-2017. Christine is currently self-employed and conducts community outreach for a regional, local early childhood collaborative, serving seven rural Northeast CT communities. In this role, she provides support to local families, working to ensure all children, birth-age 8 are healthy, safe and successful learners. Christine also works as a liaison providing support to a local, state-funded preschool program. Most recently, Christine has been one of the parents leading an advocacy campaign to bring a school-based mental health center into Killingly High School, at no cost to the District, which has gained state and national attention. Christine and other concerned parents and community members continue their advocacy efforts to support students’ mental health. “What drives me is trying to bridge the gap for people…and advocate to the people that can really make the changes”. – Christine Rosati Randall Christine has served on the Access Board of Directors for 8 years and is a former client of Access’s programs and services. As with all Community Action Agencies, the Access Board of Directors is responsible for strategic and fiscal oversight of the organization. The Board is made up of an equal number of elected local public officials or their nominees, representatives of private businesses and/or organizations, and representatives of the low-income customers we serve.

Celebrate ACCESS 60th year serving low-income individuals and families from Tolland and Windham Counties. At the core of the Access mission is our belief in the dignity and value of every individual, regardless of social or economic status.

Eversource's Generous Contribution Keeps Access Mobile Food Pantry Rolling! In a heartwarming display of community support, Eversource has stepped up once again, generously donating $2,500 to ensure the continued operation of the Access Mobile Food Pantry Truck. This invaluable contribution is a testament to Eversource's commitment to empowering appetites and mobilizing food deliveries throughout Tolland and Windham Counties. The Access Mobile Food Pantry Truck serves as a lifeline for many individuals and families facing food insecurity in our community. With Eversource's support, this essential service can continue its mission of providing nutritious meals to those in need, regardless of their circumstances. We extend our deepest gratitude to Eversource for their ongoing dedication to improving the lives of others. Through their generosity, they have made a tangible difference in the fight against hunger, ensuring that no one in our community goes without a meal. Together, we can make a positive impact and create a brighter future for all. Thank you, Eversource, for your unwavering commitment to helping those who need it most. Your kindness and generosity inspire us all to lend a helping hand and support one another in times of need. Eversource Energy #foodpantry, #donation, #fightpoverty

RALLY FOR REENTRY! Coming together to increase awareness of Reentry barriers and needs in our community! Guest speakers, stories, interviews, Reentry simulator - game show style, Live music, Art exhibit, Community partner tables, Backpack build Please Join Us! Event Details: Tuesday 4/30, 2-6pm Windham Rec Center, 1 Jillson Sq Food by Garibaldi’s