WFSB checked in with CRT Director of Nutrition, Nancy Isa on the affect of the heat wave on the Meals on Wheels program, specifically delivery to seniors.

Senator Richard Blumenthal held a press conference at CRT’s East Hartford Shelter to announce the Congressional Directed Spending Grant for renovations at the facility.  East Hartford Mayor Mike Walsh joined CRT’s Vice President Chris McCluskey.

CRT Summer Food Service Program joined Senator Chris Murphy for a press conference at the House of Restoration Church on 7/28/23.  The press conference was to highlight the importance of the Summer Food Service Program and tour a distribution facility.

 

WTIC/FOX 61 interview with CRT’s Director of Nutrition, Nancy Isa focusing on the Summer Food Service Program.  CRT’s Summer Food Service Program begins in June and runs through the summer.  CRT prepares and delivers breakfast and lunch for children 18 and under at 12 locations in Hartford and Central Connecticut.

Mr. Green fell on hard times a few years ago and found himself homeless. He is now receiving services from CRT to get back on his feet and has a roof over his head. He recently received a donated car that he says this is a life-changing gift.

Gov. Ned Lamont chose CRT’s Ruth Bader Ginsburg Women’s Empowerment Center to announce a new state website and hotline for women’s reproductive services. Gov. Lamont, and other key state and local leaders, discussed the importance of this reproductive-rights resource.

The new reproductive rights hotline and website offers information about:
• Understanding your rights
• Finding a provider
• Paying for an abortion
• Transportation and travel
• Resources for health care professionals and providers
• Community support

Please visit https://portal.ct.gov/reproductiverights or call 1-866-CTCHOICE to speak to someone about abortion in Connecticut.

CRT’s Women’s Empowerment Center opened in May 2019. It offers access to meaningful mentorships and provides a safe and open space for women to develop the skills they need to reach their full potential.

Check out WTNH’s coverage of the Press Conference:

https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/state-leaders-unveil-services-providing-information-on-reproductive-rights-in-conn/