Fellowship Place continues to add new on-campus programming

Fellowship Place continues to gradually add new on campus programming while ensuring that all state and federal guidelines on the prevention of Corona-virus are followed. Beginning on Monday August 3, the Social program will offer a total of 15 group activities per week. Attendance for each activity is capped, so reservations are a must. Call Charlotte Sabovic at 203-401-4227, ext. 1207 for more information. To go meals continue to be served at 12 noon, Monday-Friday. Staff is also available for one on one meetings by appointment, and intakes for new referrals are being scheduled.

Fellowship Place and its staff are working very hard to adapt to the community’s “new normal” by offering creative programs, support, and assistance with basic needs for all of our clients.

Stay well and be safe.

A Message of Support from Fellowship Place

Fellowship Place supports our community leaders as we come together during difficult times to find ways to make our neighborhoods safe and inclusive of all people.

Artwork designed by a member of Fellowship Place’s Expressive Arts Program

 

Thank You to the Callahan Family for Your Generous Support!

Volunteer Mike Callahan and his family have provided agency employees with lunch two times a week throughout the partial shutdown (required due to the corona-virus crisis). The employees are helping to make certain agency clients receive a minimum level of service, including daily “to go” meals, cleaning supplies, and masks. The agency has also kept the Fellowship Inn open so our homeless clients have access to free showers and laundry facilities. We are so grateful to the Callahan family for their generosity and recognition of the sacrifices is staff is making to keep the agency at least partially open.

Shown: volunteer Mike Callahan (right) and Alan Thayer, Fellowship Place’s Food Service Coordinator are unloading Mike’s car.

A Message From Our Executive Director

As Executive Director of Fellowship Place, I have been amazed this week by the commitment to our agency’s mission and the hard work carried out by our staff. From Maintenance, Direct Services, Food Services to Admin Support, whether working on campus or remotely from home, our team has managed to carry out vital services to the individuals we serve and keep important business functions operating. Although we are not considered officially part of the healthcare system, Fellowship Place staff are making a huge contribution to the community by helping vulnerable clients with no natural supports get through these challenging and unprecedented times. My thanks go out to every employee. Be proud of your work and stay positive.

Thank you Kolmar Americas Inc. and American GreenFuels

Today was a wonderful day for Fellowship Place.  Kolmar Americas and American GreenFuels donated $10,000 to provide approximately 3,500 meals and food bags for distribution to individuals served by the agency for the duration of the Coronavirus crisis.  Many of the agency’s clients rely on the agency for at least 1-2 meals per day and for daily structure and support.  The current public health crisis we face is especially scary and disruptive to those with limited resources and few if any natural supports. Fellowship Place remains open for limited hours and is providing “to go” meals and access to other basic needs like showers and laundry for about 75 clients a day. Corporate partners like Kolmar Americas and American GreenFuels help make it all possible.

Fellowship Place partners with Yale University and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program

Fellowship Place was very fortunate again this year to partner with Yale University and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). Nine student volunteers, led by Tylar Bloch and Bessie Bauman, conducted free income tax preparation services on campus on Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15. A majority of individuals working with Fellowship’s Employment program are new to filing taxes and may not have the financial resources to pay a for-profit tax preparer. The volunteers provide a valuable service that helps our clients understand and fulfill their tax filing responsibilities and get their tax refunds in a timely manner. Special thanks to Tylar, Bessie, and their awesome team!