Infoline 211:
Is a confidential, free, 24-hour a day, and multilingual way to locate hundreds
of human services in your area. In addition to referring callers to a wide
range of health and human service resources, 211 offers specialized programs to
address specific needs including Child Care, Housing, Health, Utility
Assistance, Employment assistance and many other human services.
Safe Kids CT: (203) 732-1337 Provides information about bike
safety, car seat safety, and other safety concerns for providers and families
with young children.
Connecticut
Office of Early Childhood: (860) 500-4412 The OEC website has
information on finding child care for your family as well as extensive
information on child development, milestones, and parenting help.
Connecticut
Birth to Three: (800) 505-7000 Supports families and providers
with questions about children's development.
Access
Health CT: Is Connecticut’s official health insurance
marketplace, where you can shop, compare and enroll in quality health and
dental plans. It is also the only place where you can qualify for financial
help to lower your costs, and if eligible, enroll in low or no-cost coverage
through HUSKY Health Programs (Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance
Program (CHIP)) or the Covered CT Program.
SNAP4CT: (855) 626-6632 Helps Connecticut
residents receiving SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits
make affordable and healthy food choices. SNAP4CT website and social
media pages offer nutrition and health information 24/7, accessible by computer
or mobile device.
CT
Housing Finance Authority: (860) 721-9501 Serves to alleviate
the shortage of housing for low-to moderate-income families and persons in this
state and, when appropriate, to promote or maintain economic development of
this state through employer-assisted housing efforts.
CT Safe
Connect: (888) 774-2900 Is a team of friendly advocates ready
to listen and offer support during relationship challenges and will
connect you to available resources.
Kids
Mental Health Info: Is a free and comprehensive resource for parents
and caregivers in Connecticut to understand their child's behavior and mental
health issues. It helps families navigate treatment options, and provides
links to Connecticut and national resources.