The following was sent to The Valley Indy:
Valley United Way recognizes the devastation cast upon those impacted by the flooding that occurred in Oxford and the surrounding Lower Naugatuck Valley communities as a result of the heavy rains experienced over this past weekend.
Mike Pacowta, President & CPO of Valley United Way commended the American Red Cross in their efforts to provide shelter and assistance to those who suffered as a result of this natural disaster.
“On behalf of Valley United Way, I would like to thank the American Red Cross for all that they continually do to help people in crisis particularly as it relates in this instance to the terrible flooding over the weekend,” stated Pacowta.
The local American Red Cross chapter is a partner agency that receives financial support from Valley United Way on an annual basis.
If you or someone you know is in need, we encourage you to contact 2 – 1‑1, which is open 24 hours a day every day. 211 CT, or United Way 211, is a free, confidential, toll-free service that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You can access 211 CT by dialing 2 – 1‑1 from anywhere in Connecticut or visit https://www.211ct.org/.
Valley United Way services the communities of Ansonia, Derby, Oxford, Seymour and Shelton by partnering with 16 other non-profit agencies in the areas of Strengthening Families, Preparing Youth to Succeed and Helping People in Crisis. It is able to carry out its mission through the support of contributions received from individuals as well as corporate interests throughout the five-town region.
More can be learned about the organization by visiting its website at www.valleyunitedway.org.
