About Community renewal team, inc.
Community Renewal Team, Inc. (CRT) is a non-profit organization that has been serving the community for over 50 years. The organization was founded in 1963 with the aim of providing assistance to low-income families and individuals in Connecticut. Since then, CRT has expanded its services to include a wide range of programs that help people overcome poverty and achieve self-sufficiency.
One of the main areas where CRT provides assistance is housing. The organization offers affordable housing options for low-income families and individuals through its various programs such as Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, Supportive Housing for Families, and Homeownership Program. These programs provide safe and decent housing options for those who are struggling to make ends meet.
In addition to housing, CRT also provides assistance with food insecurity through its Food Pantry program. This program helps families who are struggling to put food on the table by providing them with nutritious meals at no cost.
Energy bills can be a significant burden on low-income households, which is why CRT offers energy assistance programs such as the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and Operation Fuel. These programs help eligible households pay their energy bills during the winter months when heating costs can be particularly high.
Recovery from addiction can be a challenging journey, but CRT's Recovery Services program provides support every step of the way. The program offers counseling services, group therapy sessions, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and other resources that help individuals overcome addiction and maintain sobriety.
Finding employment can be difficult for those who lack experience or face other barriers such as criminal records or disabilities. However, CRT's Employment Services program helps job seekers find meaningful employment by offering job training workshops, resume writing assistance, interview coaching sessions, job placement services among others.
Childcare is another area where many low-income families struggle due to high costs associated with quality care providers; however,CRT's Childcare Services offer affordable childcare options so parents can work without worrying about their children’s safety or well-being while they are away from home
Veterans have unique needs when it comes to accessing healthcare services; therefore,CRT’s Veterans’ Services provide specialized support including case management,counseling,and referrals among others,to ensure veterans receive all necessary benefits they deserve
Overall,CRT plays an essential role in helping people build more secure futures by providing them with access to vital resources like housing,fresh food,supportive recovery services,jobs training opportunities,and much more.Their commitment towards improving lives within communities across Connecticut makes them an invaluable asset not only locally but also nationally.CRT continues making strides towards creating lasting change within communities across Connecticut while remaining committed towards achieving their mission statement: “Helping People And Changing Lives”.