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908 Route 103 South
Chester, VT 05143
802-875-3236
Location Overview
CHESTER-ANDOVER FAMILY CENTER
The Chester-Andover Family Center (CAFC) serves our community with three services: A Thrift Shop, A Food Shelf and Financial Assistance.
Our Thrift Shop, along with fundraising events, grants and donations, strives to fulfill our mission which is to provide the financial means by which we can provide free, nutritious and quality food, and financial assistance, to those in need within the Chester and Andover communities.
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Location Features
Location Operating Hours
Thursday | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thrift Shop 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Food Shelf |
Friday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Food Shelf 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thrift Shop |
Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thrift Shop |
| Closed | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday |
Hours in location time zone: Eastern Time (ET) (UTC-4)
Food Distribution
FOOD SHELF
Thu | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Food Shelf |
Fri | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Food Shelf |
| Closed | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday |
Program Overview
Program Qualifications
Primary Contact
David Carey
802-875-3236
FSatCAFC@gmail.com
Service Area
TOWNSHIP/NEIGHBORHOOD: Andover, Chester
Other: Chester & Andover
Food Program Features
Accepts Walk-Ins, Grocery / Client Choice, Indoor Service, Lifting / Carrying Assistance
Items Offered
Dairy, Eggs, Fruits & Vegetables, Household Products, Meat, Pet Food / Supplies, Shelf Stable/Non-Perishable Goods, Toiletries / Hygiene Products, Other
Dietary Options Available
Dairy Free, Diabetic/Low Sugar, Gluten Free, Ground or Pureed, Kosher, Nut Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Distribution of Non-Food Items
THRIFT SHOP
Thu | 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thrift Shop |
Fri | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thrift Shop |
Sat | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thrift Shop |
| Closed | Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday |
Program Overview
The Chester-Andover Family Center Thrift Shop provides more than affordable clothing and household goods to the public. We are here to provide a friendly, clean and satisfying shopping experience. Our volunteers will greet you with a smile and a great deal.
Our loyal customers trust us to provide adult and children’s clothing that is clean, seasonal, pressed, and while gently used, always in perfect condition. They also know that new items, still sporting tags, are also on our racks.
The Thrift Shop is staffed by volunteers who process donations of merchandise for sale in our shop. All clothing donations are sorted, cleaned, sized and steamed. Linens are cleaned and sized. Household goods are cleaned and checked that they are in working condition.Proceeds from Thrift Shop sales purchase food for our Food Shelf, provide Financial Assistance to Chester and Andover residents struggling to make ends meet and help us fulfill our mission.
Program Qualifications
Primary Contact
Mike Antonowicz
802-875-3236
mikeatoz@gmail.com
Service Area
No service area restrictions
Case Management Services
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Program Overview
Family Center Volunteers meet with Financial Assistance applicants to determine how we may best help them through a financial difficulty.
Our partner, Neighborhood Connections, provides a Social Worker to meet with Financial Assistance applicants to discuss strategies and resources to help them through their financial struggles.
Program Qualifications
If you are a resident of Chester or Andover and in need of financial assistance, call the Family Center at 802-875-3236 and leave a message.
Primary Contact
Mary Semones
802-875-3236
cafc302@gmail.com
Service Area
TOWNSHIP/NEIGHBORHOOD: Chester and Andover
Program Audience
Open to only these groups: Adults, Older Adults / Seniors
Note:
Do you need supplemental food or fresh produce to keep your family healthy? Are you having difficulty heating your home or do you need help with your electric bill or propane delivery? Would a cord of wood or load of pellets make a difference? Has an unexpected illness caused you to lose time at work or fall behind on your rent? Is a furnace or car repair bill forcing you to make a hard choice? Would a warm coat for your child give you peace of mind? Call (802) 875-3236 anytime or stop in to the Family Center during business hours.
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