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Development Fund, Inc was established in 1989 as a nonprofit organization to finance the development of affordable housing. Since then, it has grown to a loan fund with over $93 million in funds under management that encompasses programs for pre-development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and construction of affordable housing as well as down payment and closing cost […]
Division of the Superior Court. This Norwalk office covers Greenwich, and handles disputes between tenants and landlords. Issues include; evictions, nonpayment of rent or security deposits, and criminal violations of the housing code.
The “Small Claims Court” is a part of Connecticut’s court system where a person can sue for money damages only up to $5,000.00. That amount is set by state law and may change from time to time. You may also be able to get interest and costs. The only exception to the $5,000.00 limit is […]
Established in 1957, The Connecticut Poison Control Center provides emergency poison information to members of the public whose loved ones are exposed to toxic substances, and to the health care professionals who care for them. Most exposures involve children under six years of age, but adults can be poisoned, too. These emergency services are free.
Founded in 1990, this is a nonprofit organization which provides career, educational, and personal resources to empower low-income women and their families. It serves lower Fairfield County and helps disadvantaged women enter the job market. Though its an education career resource center, they provide education and training for better jobs as well as preparing for […]
This company, which established the first telephone relay system in 1974, specializes in the sale and repair of equipment for the deaf. It is the administrator of a state loan program that provides telecommunications devices for the deaf (TDD’s) at no charge, to those who qualify. It also publishes a TDD directory and can provide […]
The Board of Estimate & Taxation is responsible for the proper administration of the financial affairs of the Town including the issuance of the annual recommended Budget and setting the Town tax mill rate. The Board also acts on requests for additional appropriations, transfers and allotments made during the fiscal year. The Town’s Annual Report, […]
One of the state’s 123 probate courts. Responsible for the following; probating wills and the administration of estates overseeing testamentary and living trusts determining title to real and personal property construing the meaning of wills and trusts appointing guardians for the mentally retarded appointing conservators of the person and the estate of incapable individuals committing […]
Supplementary food program providing recommended nutritious foods to low-income pregnant and nursing mothers and children up to the age of 5. It is sponsored by the U.S. Dept of Agriculture. Eligibility is based on income guidelines. Greenwich residents may go to the Dept of Social Services at the Greenwich Town Hall for processing one FRI […]
GREENWICH HOSPITAL’S Outpatient Center is an important healthcare resource for Greenwich residents who have no medical insurance or are under-insured. Each year, more than 5,000 adults and children visit the Outpatient Center and Pediatric Outpatient Center for medical and dental diagnosis, treatment and preventive care. You may qualify for membership in the Outpatient Center if […]
Adult and Family Services are available to Greenwich residents and their families in need of basic human services, such as, housing, food, clothing, personal safety and access to health care. In addition to providing support in responding to crisis situations, such as preventing home eviction and utility shut-offs, they work to develop skills leading to self-sufficiency. They […]
The Community Partnership Program is one of six divisions of Human Services. They grant funds to partner agencies whose services/programs strengthen the community’s capacity in providing basic human services. The ultimate goal of the Community Partnership Program is to encourage local human service providers to collaborate in establishing a cost-effective network of quality services to […]
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