How to Apply for Social Services
Find information on how to apply for services offered by the Department of Social Services.
Children Family and Older Adults
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In the system we envision, people would be able to get help that felt like help when they needed it and access concrete resources to support their efforts toward improved self-sufficiency.
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John S. Martinez Fatherhood Intiative of CT
The John S. Martinez Fatherhood Initiative focuses on changing the systems that can improve fathers' ability to be fully and positively involved in the lives of their children.
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The State of Connecticut offers a variety of services to help eligible individuals who need support to live at home or to return to community living. Many of the programs are administered under a Medicaid ‘waiver,’ meaning that Connecticut has received federal approval to waive certain Medicaid requirements to meet the service needs of older adults and adults with disabilities in the community.
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Long-Term Services and Supports - LTSS
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Department of Social Services Commissioner Roderick L. Bremby and Office of Policy and Management Undersecretary Anne Foley, announced the release of Connecticut’s Strategic Plan to Rebalance Long-Term Services and Supports, including a town-by-town projection of Connecticut’s long-term care needs and strategies to meet those needs, on January 29, 2013.
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Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program protects the health, safety, well-being, and rights of individuals who reside in skilled nursing facilities, residential care homes and assisted living facilities.
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Long-Term Services and Supports - LTSS
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, joined by Department of Social Services Commissioner Roderick L. Bremby and Office of Policy and Management Undersecretary Anne Foley, announced the release of Connecticut’s Strategic Plan to Rebalance Long-Term Services and Supports, including a town-by-town projection of Connecticut’s long-term care needs and strategies to meet those needs, on January 29, 2013.
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Mandated reporters are required to report when they have reasonable cause to believe that a child under the age of 18 has been abused, neglected, or is placed in imminent risk or serious harm. Learn about mandated report training, frequently asked questions, and more.
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You and your spouse-to-be must appear in person at a local vital records office to obtain a marriage license. The marriage license is issued to ensure that you and your spouse-to-be are eligible to be married.
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Med-Connect (Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities)
Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities, also known as MED-Connect, provides medical assistance to employed individuals with disabilities. Enrollees can earn up to $75,000 per year and qualify for full Medicaid/HUSKY Health coverage.
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The State of Connecticut offers financial assistance to eligible Medicare enrollees through our 'Medicare Savings Programs.' These programs may help pay Medicare Part B premiums, deductibles and co-insurance.
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Money Follows the Person Program
Money Follows the Person is a Federal demonstration project dedicated to assuring Connecticut residents access to a full range of high quality, long-term care options that maximize autonomy, choice and dignity.
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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (better known as the WIC Program) provides free nutrition and breastfeeding information and support for expecting and breastfeeding mothers, and resources for toddlers and infants.
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Nutrition Assistance programs provide food and cash equivalents to various populations DSS serves. Their goal is to promote adequate nutrition among the target populations.
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Office of Legal Counsel, Regulations and Administrative Hearings (OLCRAH)
The Office of Legal Counsel, Regulations and Administrative Hearings (OLCRAH) serves as in-house counsel for the agency, administers the promulgation of agency regulations and schedules and conducts administrative hearings in accordance with state and federal law.
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A policy index organized alphabetically by first letter dependent by topic.
Agency: Department of Children and Families
