Human Services
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2-1-1 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Text: CTWARM, CTFOOD, CTRECOVERY to 8898211
2-1-1 can provide additional assistance with any resource listed in this guide.
Food, Shelter and Clothing Supports
Agency Name
Cornerstone (Soup Kitchen)
15 Prospect St., Rockville
Connecticut Department of Social Services
SNAP (formerly Food stamps) and cash assistance
Food Share
WIC (Women, Infants and Children - food and nutrition support)
Hockanum Valley Community Council, Inc.
27 Naek Road, Suite 4, Vernon
Vernon Housing Authority
CT Fair Housing Center
State of Connecticut Energy Hotline
(Heating and energy assistance)
Salvation Army Superstore
295 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon
The Cornerstone Foundation (Community Center)
15 Prospect St. Rockville
Vernon Social Services
14 Park Place, Rockville.
Addiction Supports and Services
Agency Name
Natchaug Hospital-Rivereast Treatment Center
428 Hartford Turnpike
The Bridge Family Center
26 Union Street Suite 2
CT Addiction Services
Addiction Services – Community Health Resources
Vernon Rocks Coalition
InterCommunity Health Care
111 Founders Plaza 18th Fl East Hartford
CHILD/PARENT RESOURCES AND ACTIVITIES
Agency Name
Vernon Parks and Recreation Department
120 South St.
Vernon Youth Services
9 Elm St.
Vernon School Readiness Council
Vernon Public Schools
Family School and Community Partnership Center
Fatherhood Initiative Program - ECHN
Parenting Classes and Support - KIDSAFE CT
19 Elm St.
ECHN Family Resource Center at Maple Street School
ECHN Family Development Center Home Visitation Programs Serving Vernon
Rockville Public Library
52 Union St.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES AND DISABILITIES
Agency Name
Birth to Three
Strong Foundation
550 Hartford Tpke., Vernon
Hockanum Valley Community Council
27 Naek Road, Suite 4, Vernon
The Counseling Center of Vernon (Mental Health Clinic)
310 Hartford Turnpike No. 2, Vernon
KIDSAFE CT
19 Elm St., Rockville
Vernon Social Services
14 Park Place, Rockville
The Bridge Family Center
26 Union Street, Suite 2, Rockville
CHR Community Health Resources (including Child Mental Health)
Serving Vernon and Rockville
Contact Information
Birth23.org or 800-505-7000
860-870-5997
860-872-9825, email
860-556-4770
860-872-1918, website
860-870-3661
860-521-8035
860-730-8811, website
EMERGENCY
POLICE AND VICTIM SERVICES
Agency Name
Police, Fire, Ambulance
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Vernon Police
725 Hartford Tpke., Vernon
State Child Abuse Hotline
Network Against Domestic Violence
Interval House (Intimate partner violence support)
State Office of Victim Services
31 Cooke St., Plainville
Manchester Memorial Hospital Crisis Center
Poison Control Center
Child Care Services
Agency Name
Care 4 Kids-Child Care Assistance Program
Academy Of Art and Learning
Multiple locations throughout Vernon
KinderCare
295 Talcottville Rd.
Rockville YMCA Child Development Center
23 Elm St Vernon
Vernon Public School Preschool
Head Start (EASTCONN-Tolland County) Free Preschool Home Visiting Program
211 Childcare (including Family Child Care Providers in Vernon)
Strong Foundation
550 Hartford Tpke., Vernon
Contact Information
1-888-214-KIDS (5437)
860-604-0356, email
833-905-3276, website
860-896-0584, email
860-896-4663
860-917-9683 or 860-917-5606
Dial 211 or www.211childcare.org
860-870-5997
ADULT EDUCATION/EMPLOYMENT/JOB TRAINING
Agency Name
Vernon Regional Adult Education
70 Loveland Hill Rd.
Hockanum Valley Community Council Inc.
27 Naek Road, Suite 4
Capital Workforce Partners
Manpower
360 Tolland Turnpike Manchester
Vernon Social Services
14 Park Pl
HEALTH AND FAMILY PLANNING
Agency Name
Vernon Urgent Care and Walk In Clinic
179 Talcottville Road, Vernon
Vernon Area Community Health Center
3 Prospect St., Rockville
Maternity Care Center/Rockville Hospital
31 Union St., Rockville
Planned Parenthood of CT.
319 West Middle Tpke., Manchester
Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective
1841 Broad St., Hartford
Contact Information
860-986-7600
afcurgentcare.com
860-896-1616
*more information on page 5
860-872-5170
www.echn.org
860-643-1607
plannedparenthood.org
860-278-4163
hglhc.org
Human Services Budget/Grant Request
- Health Department (NCDHD)
- Vernon Social Services Department
- Vernon Housing Authority
- Hockanum Valley Community Council, Inc.
- Visiting Nurse and Health Services of CT, Inc.
- Eastern Connecticut Health Network (includes Rockville General Hospital)
- Foodshare, Inc.
- Connecticut Department of Social Services
Application materials for the Human Services budget/grant request forms for the Town of Vernon fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022 are now available.
Eligibility: Applicants must have a 501c(3) status and provide direct human services to Vernon residents.
How to Apply:
To apply agencies must complete the 3 application forms developed by the Town of Vernon Human Services Advisory Commission (HSAC) entitled Town of Vernon Grant Application (PDF), Results Based Accountability Data (PDF), and Budget Summary (XLSX). Other information required is as follows:
- A copy of the Agency’s most recent audited financial report, including the statements of financial position; statement of activities; and statements of cash flows
- A copy of your completed 2017 Form 990 – Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax (or most recent)
- Copy of Agency 501c (3) authorization
- Certification of insurance
- Current Board of Directors
- Organizational chart
All data must be provided for funding consideration.
The HSAC members may request to meet with representatives to discuss budget/grant requests.
Please submit your requests via email to Michelle Hill at mhill@vernon-ct.gov by Friday, December 4, 2020.
Eastern Connecticut Health Network, Inc.
The Eastern Connecticut Health Network, Inc. has many partnerships and affiliates designed to focus on the quality of life and health. Please visit their home page to view the many services offered by clicking here.
Hockanum Valley Community Council, Inc.
Hockanum Valley Community Council, Inc. (HVCC) is an independent, multi-program, private non-profit human service agency. It is dedicated to meeting the needs of the residents of the Tolland County area. HVCC provides services to individuals and/or families in a manner which will promote independence while assuring that basic needs are met regardless of ability to pay.
Click HERE for a Brochure
29 Naek Road, Suite 4
Vernon, CT 06066
tel: 860-872-9825
fax: 860-870-9384
website: www.hvcchelps.org
email: hvcc@hvcchelps.org
Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 to 8:30
Friday 9:00 to 1:00
Closed Saturday and Sunday
Vernon Housing Authority
The Housing Authority directed by Betsy Soto, PHM, has 615 housing units under its jurisdiction. This includes 149 Federal elderly, 134 State elderly, 280 Section 8 Rental Assistance for families, 8 family Scattered Site units and 44 units of Congregate Housing for "frail elderly".
Tel: 871-0886
The website is vernonhousing.org