Hockanum Valley Community Council

Who qualifies & what to bring

Service area

Vernon, Tolland, Ellington, Coventry, South Windsor. Coming from outside that area? Call first. Many still help in an emergency.

ID

A photo ID of any kind. It doesn't have to be a driver's license. They also ask for Social Security numbers or cards for each person in the household.

Proof

They may ask for proof of address (a piece of mail or a utility bill) and proof of income.

Appointment

By appointment or request: contact them before you go; this isn't a walk-in pantry.

In their words: “Must live in Vernon, Tolland, Ellington, Coventry, or South Windsor and meet income requirements. Must bring proof of address (utility bill, state-issued ID), proof of income of all household members, Social Security cards for all household members, and photo ID. Requires an intake meeting with a case manager to determine eligibility. Qualified clients may shop weekly but must bring photo ID every time. Must bring own bags.”

This is our best read of what Hockanum Valley Community Council has posted. Requirements change, so it's worth a quick call to confirm.