They can include home-sharing, renting, sale of part of your property, or applying for a traditional loan. Other options include accessing public programs such as property tax deferral, fuel assistance, Medicaid, weatherization programs, low interest home repair loans, free legal assistance, Supplemental Security Income, food stamps and VA benefits. This package of food is worth approximately double the value at retail prices and includes frozen meats, fresh vegetables, fresh fruits and grocery items such as cereal, rice, beans, or pasta. The Ralph Froio Senior Center in Pittsfield is a host agency for this program and registers those interested in purchasing food packages. Recipients must bring their own boxes or bags to carry the food home in.
Payment is made prior to the pickup during the registration periods.
This program is open to anyone in the community. Some new packages have been added to the program since its beginning. Registration is around the end of the month and the beginning of the following month. Call 499-9346 or stop by the Senior Center office for specific dates and food pickup information. As you know, my colleagues and I in the Berkshire delegation to the State House are constantly working to ensue that the services required by all the citizens of this area remain local.