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Is there any help with heating costs?: Yes. Fuel Assistance Program is handled through Rockingham Community Action in Salem. The program begins September 1 and ends April 30 each year. To apply, call 603-898-8435 from September to April. When applying for Fuel Assistance, ask about your eligibility for a lower electric rate (Electrical Assistance Program) and the Weatherization Program.

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1. Are there activities offered for seniors through any other organizations?: Yes. Recreation offers a variety of activities and trips throughout the year. Cheryl Haas, Recreation Coordinator, can be reached at 603-965-1208 for more information. Events are also announced in local papers and on the Town’s website.

2. Can meals be delivered daily?: Yes. Meals can be delivered Monday through Friday by Meals on Wheels. Call the Salem office at 603-893-2137 to set an appointment to discuss delivery and any special dietary needs.

3. Does the Town offer assistance with security deposits?: Yes. Qualified individuals my be eligible for assistance with security deposits when relocating.

4. How do I get transportation assistance?: The Town of Windham has a 15-passenger van staffed by part-time drivers, which provides transportation to and from doctor appointments, etc, to Windham's senior and disabled residents. The van also makes a weekly shopping trip to Wal-Mart each Wednesday. For more information, contact Cheryl Haas in the Recreation Dept at 603-965-1208 or by email at Recreation@WindhamNH.gov

5. Is there a food pantry in Windham?: Yes. The Shepherd’s Pantry is located at Windham Presbyterian Church and is open on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

6. Is there a Senior Center in Windham and what hours are they open?: Yes. The Windham Senior Center is open Tuesdays and Thursdays for lunch and card games and bingo. The Senior Center is located at 2 North Lowell Road. The Senior Center also has walkers, wheelchairs and other equipment that they loan to residents. Call the Senior Center at 603-434-2411, if no answer, please leave a message.

7. Is there a service that has information on all services available for seniors and adults with disabilities?: Yes. ServiceLink is a statewide network of locally administered, community-based resources. ServiceLink can be also reached at 1-866 634-9412.

8. Is there any help with heating costs?: Yes. Fuel Assistance Program is handled through Rockingham Community Action in Salem. The program begins September 1 and ends April 30 each year. To apply, call 603-898-8435 from September to April. When applying for Fuel Assistance, ask about your eligibility for a lower electric rate (Electrical Assistance Program) and the Weatherization Program.

9. Is transportation available for doctor’s appointments and shopping?: Yes. The Town has a shopping trip to Wal-Mart on Wednesday mornings each week, weather permitting and also provides rides to doctor appointment, dependent on volunteer driver availability. Contact Cheryl Haas in the Recreation Department at 603-965-1208 or by email at Recreation@WindhamNH.gov for more information.

10. What kind of assistance does the Town offer?: Assistance to qualified individuals varies, but may include food / fuel vouchers, rent / mortgage assistance, prescription assistance, and / or utility assistance.

11. Who can apply for welfare services?: Windham residents in financial need may be eligible for assistance and should contact Paula Carmichael, Human Resource Director at 603-432-7732 for application information. All information is held strictly confidential.