News & Events
Senator Chris Murphy discusses housing insecurity with CRT
NBC 30 - Senator Chris Murphy held a round table discussion on housing insecurity with local leaders at CRT’s McKinney shelter. A guest of the shelter discussed how the the McKinney shelter helped him find a job and regain his dignity after falling on hard times.
Community Renewal Team’s Holiday Giving Tree and Toy Drive
Fox 61 - Ilana Bersein from Community Renewal Team (CRT) sat down with FOX 61's Keith McGilvery to talk about CRT's Holiday Giving Tree and Toy Drive to help make the holiday brighter for children in need.
Access Community Action Agency Awarded $5,000 Grant from Berkshire Bank Foundation to Support Transportation Assistance in Eastern Connecticut
Access Community Action Agency is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Berkshire Bank Foundation. This generous funding will support the critical transportation-related needs of individuals and families in Eastern Connecticut, where access to reliable transportation is essential for everyday life.
Community Renewal Team served over 1,600 seniors this Thanksgiving
WFSB - This Thanksgiving, the Community Renewal Team’s (CRT) Elderly Nutrition Kitchen had the privilege of serving over 1,600 seniors. The Elderly Nutrition Program plays a vital role in supporting not only homebound Meals on Wheels clients, but also seniors in congregate settings. CRT staff were honored to prepare and serve these meals for the seniors in their community.
Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut awarded funding for workforce development
Westfair Business Journal - Spectrum has issued a $40,000 grant to The Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut (CAAWC) through its Community Center Assist to further enhance their workforce development program.
The Day - Over the last year, Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) participated in the Community Assistance Rate program ran by Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) that saved customers $309,409 on their electricity bills. TVCCA has staff on duty at the NPU customer service center to review applications for the NPU Community Assistance Rate and for other grant-funded energy assistance programs.
Human Resources Agency of New Britain 60th Anniversary and Gala
NBC CT - Human Resources Agency of New Britain 60th Anniversary and Gala. Watch Interview with Executive Director Marlo Greponne here.
Spooooky Fun at Q House Halloween Fest
New Haven Independent - The Dixwell Community “Q” House was decorated from top to bottom with spooky decor on Friday, Oct. 25, as over 400 children, teenagers, and parents gathered for the LEAP & Q House Halloween Festival. From 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., the Q House was transformed into a haven of Halloween fun, with an array of activities for all ages.
CAANH interview with WYBC
Youtube - CAANH joined Darryl Huckabee and Dee Dee in the morning to share our upcoming events with the community. Join them for the following events: CAANH Job Fair: October 25, 2024, from 2 pm to 4 pm CAANH Health and Resource Day: October 26, 2024, from 11 am to 3 pm
Relocated McKinney shelter aims to offer people experiencing homelessness more than a place to sleep
As the number of people experiencing homelessness in Connecticut rises for a third consecutive year and the average length of stay in shelters also increases, the McKinney shelter intends to take a different approach to helping people at its new location by offering in-house medical, mental health and social services in addition to a bed. The shelter, now located in a fully renovated former Days Inn at 207 Brainard Road, has about 80 beds available for men 18 years and older experiencing homelessness in Greater...