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Commissioner: Alan D. Barry, Ph.D.
Telephone: (203) 622-3800
Fax: (203) 622-7762
Location: Town Hall, Third Floor
Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
The mission of the Department of Social Services is to enhance the quality of life of Greenwich residents through support in meeting basic human needs and promoting services that foster self-sufficiency and economic independence.
As the images here reflect, we serve as your bridge. We connect you to the essential resources of the community. These resources provide the support you may need, such as food, shelter, educational and employment opportunities, personal safety and access to health care services. The available services are diverse and support all ages. Our services are provided by a dedicated professional staff and a network of community partners. We also have staff that are bi-lingual.
The headings on the right hand side of this page provide a set of service descriptions that will give you a better understanding of how we can support you. To contact us, please call 203-622-3800 or come to our offices in Town Hall between 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. After hours appointments are available on request.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
What services do you provide?
Services include case management, professional counseling and crisis intervention.
Who are your clients?
We serve individuals, families with economic, medical, and/or social adjustment issues, including children, adults and senior citizens.
How do I get started?
Call 203-622-3800 or come into the office between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM. You will be asked to fill out application forms (click here to download. Specify Engish or Spanish) Your request will then be reviewed by the Assessment Team who will determine how we can best help you.
Who will I work with?
Once your application is approved, a professional caseworker will be assigned to you. That person will be your primary contact.
Can Social Services help with my energy bills?
We have a program to provide temporary assistance,etc.
Are there other places in Town where I can get help?
There are many agencies serving Greenwich residents; information on who they are, what they do and how to contact them can be found on another page of this site. We have partnerships with many pf these agencies and can refer you to them as needed.
Can I speak to someone who speaks Spanish?
We have Spanish speaking caseworkers available at all times.
Can you help people who need counsel on mental health?
A mental health professional on staff is available to work with clients needing help.
If I am physically handicapped, how can I get help?
We can arrange home visits and have escorted transportation available to take you to doctor’s appointments, etc.
2012 Dates to Remember:
April: Camp Registration begins second week of April
May: GYCP Registration/interviews begin
June: GYCP begins at end of School year
Groups and Classes:
English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes:
For information call: (203) 622-3800
Senior Group:
Wednesdays 10-11:00 a.m. at the Senior Center. Contact Judy Stoddard at (203) 622-3831; or Email: jstoddard@greenwichct.org.
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