Behind the Scenes at the Branford Community Dining Room

It is well known that the residents of Branford apartment rentals and the Town of Branford as a whole care about each other, and work to support the greater community. An example of this tradition of caring and stewardship is the Community Dining Room (CDR) which has been open to the public since 1985. Its location on 30 Harrison Ave. is shared with other community efforts, The Branford Food Pantry and the Harbor Health Services Clothing Bank.

The CDR is committed to serving the community by feeding the hungry as well as helping with other basic needs, such as promoting public awareness of hunger and overcoming isolation. According to its director, Patricia Kral, it is now approaching 50,000 meals served with approximately 4,000 meals served each month for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even take-out dinners.

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