Durham Social Services Department Is Accepting Donations of Non-Perishable Food Items

From the Town of Durham:

October 6, 2020

Social Services Department Update

Donations:
We are accepting donations of nonperishable food items, paper products, hygiene items, and cleaning supplies. In particular, some items we could use include pasta, rice, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, mac and cheese, black beans, tuna, canned chicken, canned carrots, canned peas, other canned vegetables, nuts, MREs, and paper towels. Please do not donate expired items. Contact the Human Services office to make arrangements for drop offs at the Activity Center. We also accept gift cards (such as Stop and Shop, Walmart, Visa cards) and monetary donations (please make any checks out to Durham Neighbors in Need).

Wellness Checks:
Are you concerned for your safety during a town wide emergency? Do you know someone who should be checked in on during a town wide emergency? Let the Human Services office know so we can add you or someone you know to our well check list.

Volunteers:
If you are looking for an opportunity to get involved and help older adults consider volunteering for UR Community Cares! They link folks aged 70+ or those with disabilities with volunteers to help with things such as housework, yardwork, companionship, and transportation. We are in need of volunteers for the Durham area! Their website is www.urcommunitycares.org.

Contact information: (860) 349-3153 or mperry@townofdurhamct.org

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