How to Apply for Social Services
Find information on how to apply for services offered by the Department of Social Services.
Health and Human Services
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CT AHEAD: Association on Higher Education and Disability
CT AHEAD helps high school students with disabilities learn about support programs at different colleges in the state. AHEAD also advocates for the needs of students with disabilities and promotes programs to help them succeed in college.
Agency: Council on Developmental Disabilities -
Council on Developmental Disabilities
While not a direct service provider, the Council's mission is to promote the full inclusion of people with disabilities into their communities through advocacy, capacity building and system change activities in school, work and community life.
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Appeal health insurance denials of coverage or reimbursement for services through an independent review process. Filing an appeal with CID doesn't include support for Husky Health or health insurance that is regulated by the federal government.
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Insurance Companies Marketing Health Plans in Connecticut
Companies with approved health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
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The Connecticut Insurance Department has identified six categories about which consumers most often have questions and the frequently asked questions for each topic. Categories are Regarding Repairs to Your Vehicle, Mental Health Benefits in Connecticut, Healthcare Reform, Homeowner's Insurance, COBRA and Long-term Care Insurance.
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Connecticut Health Insurance Plans
Residents looking for individual and group health insurance, managed care, Medicare and Medicare supplement plans, and medical discount plans can investigate options.
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Local Mental Health Authorities
The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) offers its services through the authorities placed in each region of the state.
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Options for filing a complaint with the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID). Filing a complaint with CID doesn't include support for Husky Health or health insurance that is regulated by the federal government.
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General Mental Illness Information
Basic definitions and descriptions of the types of mental illness and addiction disorders like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression, suicide, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, post traumatic stress disorder and co-occurring mental illness as well as addiction disorders presented by The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS).
Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services -
Find resources for families, community leaders, schools, law enforcement and all those interested in the prevention and treatment of addiction.
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Mental Health and Addiction Publications and Reports
A quick reference guide to all publications and reports published by the Department of Public Health (DPH).
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Mental Health and Addiction Services Directories
The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) provides directory information for all facilities, regions, commissions, councils, boards, advocacy and support agencies and other groups.
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Mental Health and Addiction Services Programs and Services
The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) offers a full listing of descriptions for all of programs and services available for mental health and addiction in Connecticut.
Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services -
Mental Health and Addiction Advocacy and Support
The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) works frequently with a variety of advocacy groups to ensure that its customers are provided efficient mental health and addiction services that foster self-sufficiency, dignity and respect. Some advocacy and support agencies include INFOLINE, Advocacy Unlimited, Inc., Alcoholics Anonymous, Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery, The Connecticut Clearinghouse, The CT Military Support System, The Connecticut Office of Protection and Advocacy for Person with Disabilities, Partnership for Responsible Gambling and many more.
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The Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) provides contact information for crisis services available throughout the state by town and/or region. If you are in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1.
Agency: Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
