TANGO Member Showcase - June 2024
H.O.P.E. Partners of Farmington
In 1965, two visionary women from Farmington, Hope Emery and Dorothy Sinclair, recognized the need to support the seniors in their community. They founded Services for the Elderly (SFE) of Farmington, creating a legacy of hope and care that still shines brightly today.
Nearly 60 years later, we continue to uphold their vision and dedication, building on their legacy every day. By identifying the unique needs of our clients and offering programs that foster community connections, we strive to inspire positive change and help seniors maintain their independence at home.
In the coming months, we will change our name to honor our founder, transitioning from Services for the Elderly of Farmington to H.O.P.E. Partners of Farmington.
H.O.P.E. Partners of Farmington provide the following services:
Services Open to the General Public:
- Congregate Lunch (Open to anyone 60 or older)
- Medical Equipment (Open to anyone in CT)
Services for Farmington Residents Only:
- Friendly Shopping
- Medical Transportation
- Meals on Wheels
- Forget Me Not Gifts
Recent Accomplishments:
Over the past year, we held two significant fundraising events for the first time in our history, raising funds and increasing awareness of our services. Our most recent event was a unique Vintage Fashion Show in collaboration with the Unionville Museum, featuring several community leaders from Farmington.
Meals On Wheels & Congregate Meal Programs: As of April 10th, 2023, we received approval to partner with the Community Renewal Team’s (CRT) Elderly Nutrition Program, supported by the North Central Area Agency on Aging with Title III funds from the Older Americans Act. A $3.00 donation per meal is suggested to help cover costs, but no one is denied a meal if they cannot donate. Our dedicated staff and volunteers delivered 9,852 meals last year.
Forget-Me-Nots: This program offers a wonderful “pick-me-up” to our Farmington homebound seniors and offers opportunities to create friendships. The “Forget-Me Not” program delivered over 850 special gifts to seniors throughout the year. We are grateful to Farmington Community Chest for providing funding for these special packages to remind seniors that they are thought of throughout the year.
Medical Equipment Loan Program: In the fiscal year 2022-2023, Services for the Elderly of Farmington loaned out over 1,000 pieces of medical equipment to individuals across Connecticut and we were also able to give out approximately 300 packages of disposable personal hygiene products.
TANGO’s Impact:
TANGO has provided us with opportunities to connect with other organizations and inspired us to embark on a multi-faceted rebranding campaign. This significant endeavor includes a name change, a new website, and an expansion of our services.
One of our favorite TANGO events is the WTTL networking, held once a month. This women-focused program has allowed our executive director to connect with other women leading nonprofit organizations and gain exposure to various topics such as AI and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training. These important topics help our small nonprofit stay on top of key trends and address barriers within our workplace.
Our New Name!
H.O.P.E. Partners of Farmington is thrilled to embrace our new name, which honors the legacy of our founding member, Hope Emery, while clearly reflecting our mission to Help Others Prosper Every Day.
Our commitment to the community is unwavering, as we collaborate closely with a dedicated team of volunteers, various organizations, and the Town of Farmington to make a positive impact. This rebranding marks a significant step in our journey, reinforcing our dedication to fostering growth, support, and prosperity for every individual we serve.
With H.O.P.E. at the heart of our efforts, we look forward to continuing to build a stronger, more compassionate community together.
Stay tuned for more updates as we make this exciting transition!
Contact Us Today!
H.O.P.E. Partners of Farmington
321 New Britain Ave
Unionville CT 06085
860-673-1441
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For more information visit our website at farmingtonseniors.org