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As residents anticipate record high energy costs this winter, a forum organized by First Selectman Fred Camillo on Wednesday highlighted assistance programs. A week earlier, Eversource announced that on average, a residential electric customer could see an increase of approximately 48% over their current monthly bill, or approximately $85 per month. Continue Reading →
The Campership program awards scholarships to children, ages 5-14, from low income Greenwich families Continue Reading →
This summer was record-breaking year for applicants, with 220 applications submitted for 112 spots in the Greenwich Youth Conservation Program. Continue Reading →
Demetria Nelson holds a LCSW and has 18 years of experience in the field of human services, 15 years of experience in addiction and mental health, and 13 years of increasing supervisory/managerial experience. Continue Reading →
“For the department to succeed in fulfilling its mission and assist clients to become self-sufficient, the creation of jobs offering a living wage is essential.” – Alan D. Barry, PhD, Commissioner, Greenwich Department of Human Services Continue Reading →
“The issue of mental illness and the part it plays in these tragic incidents has become a pawn in this process.” – Alan Barry, Ph.D, Director of Greenwich’s Dept of Human Services Continue Reading →
“Our new name reflects the broad impact the department has on identifying and advocating for action on critical social, public health and safety issues, such as opioid abuse and youth development, that have an impact on all Greenwich residents.” – Barbara Nolan Continue Reading →