All Resources

211 Connecticut

United Way

Free, confidential helpline connecting you to local health and human services 24/7.

24/7

Before you go: Call 211 or search 211ct.org with your ZIP code and the type of help you need.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

SAMHSA

24/7 free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

24/7

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut

AOASCC

Regional agency serving older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers in Greater New Haven and the lower Valley. Helps with service navigation, benefits screening, Medicare/CHOICES counseling, caregiver support, in-home service options, and long-term care planning.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Have Medicare, Medicaid/HUSKY, income, housing, and caregiver information handy if you want benefits screening.

AIDS Project New Haven (APNH)

APNH

Provides free and confidential HIV/STI testing, PrEP services, harm reduction supplies, and case management for people living with or at risk of HIV. Also offers housing assistance and support groups.

Mon, Wed, Thu 9am-4:30pm; Tue 9am-8:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

All Our Kin Family Childcare

All Our Kin

Network of licensed family childcare providers in New Haven, many accepting Care 4 Kids subsidies.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

American Job Center - New Haven

CT Department of Labor

Career coaching, job search resources, training info, and employer connections. One-stop career center.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Anchor Health - Hamden Health Center

Anchor Health

LGBTQ-affirming healthcare near New Haven, including primary care, sexual health, HIV/STI testing, PrEP navigation, mpox vaccination, case management, and gender-affirming care.

Mon-Wed 8am-6pm, Thu 11am-7pm, Fri 8am-6pm

Before you go: Free HIV, STI, and mpox vaccine services may be available; call to confirm eligibility.

APNH Food Pantry, Testing, and Case Management

APNH: A Place to Nourish Your Health

Free and confidential HIV, Hep C, syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia testing; PrEP linkage; HIV case management; behavioral health referrals; and emergency food pantry access for APNH clients and community pantry days for New Haven residents.

Office/testing: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Community pantry: 1st & 3rd Thu 9:30am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-3pm.

Before you go: Testing generally takes about 30 minutes; rapid HIV, Hep C, and syphilis results are available in about 20 minutes.

Apostle Immigrant Services

Immigration legal services including green card applications, family petitions, citizenship, U-visas, VAWA cases for domestic violence survivors, and asylum assistance. Fees start at $40.

Immigration consults: 2nd & 4th Monday starting 9am

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

APT Foundation - Addiction Treatment

APT Foundation

Comprehensive addiction treatment including medication-assisted treatment (methadone, buprenorphine), outpatient counseling, residential treatment, gender-specific programs, and aftercare support.

Mon-Fri; call for clinic-specific hours

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

APT Foundation - Orchard Clinic

APT Foundation

Outpatient methadone maintenance and medication-assisted treatment clinic for opioid use disorder. Provides individual and group counseling alongside medication management.

Mon-Sat early morning; call for specific times

Before you go: Call or check outreach hours before going because mobile and drop-in schedules can change.

APT Foundation - Syringe Services

APT Foundation

Free syringe exchange, Narcan distribution, HIV/Hep C testing, and connections to treatment.

Mon-Fri 7am-7pm, Sat 8am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

ARC of Greater New Haven

Day programs and advocacy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Services are individualized and person-centered, including community integration, skill building, and self-advocacy groups.

Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Believe In Me Empowerment Corporation Food Pantry

Believe In Me Empowerment Corporation

Monthly food pantry on Dixwell Avenue serving the community.

Every 3rd Thursday, 5:00pm-7:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Bethel AME Church Food Pantry

Bethel AME Church

Church-based food pantry serving the Dixwell/Newhallville community. Part of the historic AME mission to serve the needy.

3rd Saturday 10am-12pm, 4th Wednesday 12pm-2pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Beulah Heights Social Integration Program

Beulah Heights Church

Comprehensive services for homeless individuals and those returning from incarceration. Warming center, meals, resource center, and van transportation.

Saturday 7:30am-1pm (warming center with breakfast/lunch)

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

BHcare Counseling

BHcare

Outpatient mental health and addiction counseling services throughout Greater New Haven.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut - New Haven

Big Brothers Big Sisters of CT

One-to-one youth mentoring matching adult volunteers with children ages 6-18. Community-based and school-based programs that meet weekly throughout the school year.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

Boys & Girls Club of New Haven

Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Haven

After-school, summer, teen, and sports programs serving 200+ youth daily. Programs include homework help, STEM activities, arts, leadership development, and college prep for ages 6-18.

After school: Mon-Fri 2:30-7pm; Summer: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

Breakthrough Church Food Pantry

Breakthrough Church

Monthly food pantry at Winchester Ave Police Substation. Bring own bags and carts.

4th Tuesday monthly, 4:00pm-5:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

CAANH Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Community Action Agency of New Haven

Free IRS-certified basic federal and state tax preparation for low-to-moderate-income individuals and families during tax season.

Seasonal tax appointments; call or check CAANH for current VITA availability

Before you go: Bring photo ID, Social Security cards or ITIN letters for everyone on the return, and all W-2, 1099, benefit, and income forms.

Care 4 Kids Childcare Subsidy

CT Office of Early Childhood

Childcare subsidies for low-income working families to pay for licensed childcare providers.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

Career Resources - Justice-Impacted Initiatives

Career Resources Inc

Employment and training services specifically designed for justice-impacted individuals. Includes job placement, occupational skills training, digital literacy, and supportive services.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Career Resources Inc

Career Resources

Job training, skills development, and employment services for adults and youth.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

CASA Inc - MAAS Day Treatment

CASA Inc

Intensive outpatient program for adults with substance use disorders. Services in English and Spanish.

Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-12pm

Before you go: Call or check outreach hours before going because mobile and drop-in schedules can change.

Catholic Charities - Grand Avenue Food Pantry

Catholic Charities - Archdiocese of Hartford

Monthly food pantry serving Fair Haven area residents with income restrictions.

One Friday monthly, 9:00am-12:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

CCAR New Haven Recovery Community Center

Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery

Peer-led recovery support center offering recovery coaching, telephone recovery support, job readiness programs, All Recovery meetings, and community-building activities. All services are free.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; meetings in evenings

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Chapel on the Green

Trinity Church on the Green

Outdoor worship service and free meal for homeless and vulnerable community members. Drumming circle, Eucharist, healing prayers, and fellowship.

Sundays at 2pm (worship + meal)

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Chapel on the Green Soup Kitchen

Trinity Church on the Green

Outdoor worship service and free meal on the New Haven Green every Sunday. Open to all, especially those experiencing homelessness. Provides community, food, and pastoral care.

Sundays 1pm year-round on the Green

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Christian Community Action

CCA

Faith-based nonprofit since 1967 providing food pantry, housing assistance, and case management. NEW HOPE housing program offers furnished apartments for up to 36 months.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Christian Community Action Food Pantry

Christian Community Action

Food pantry providing groceries to families in need. Serves New Haven residents.

Tue-Fri 9:30am-11:45am and 2pm-3:45pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Clean Slate CT - Record Expungement

Statewide Legal Services

Help with criminal record expungement and pardons to remove barriers to employment and housing.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

Clifford Beers Community Care Center

Clifford Beers

The nation's first outpatient mental health clinic (founded 1913). Provides clinical mental health services for children and families including outpatient therapy, Child First home visiting, school-based services, and psychiatric care.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: For a first child visit, bring the parent/legal guardian, the child needing services, insurance card, and Social Security card if available.

Columbus House Emergency Shelter

Columbus House

Emergency shelter and housing services for individuals experiencing homelessness. Provides meals, case management, and connections to permanent housing.

24/7 for shelter; Office: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Columbus House Shelter Clinic

Columbus House

On-site health clinic at Columbus House shelter providing medical care for homeless individuals.

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Community Action Agency of New Haven - Emergency Assistance

CAANH

Emergency financial assistance for rent, security deposits, and utility bills for income-eligible residents.

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

Community Action Agency of New Haven - Energy Assistance

CAANH

Administers Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and weatherization services for low-income households. Helps with heating costs, equipment repair/replacement, and home energy efficiency upgrades.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.

Community Baptist Church Mobile Food Pantry

Community Baptist Church

Monthly mobile food pantry distribution.

1st Wednesday of month, 10am-11am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Community Health Care Van (CHCV)

Yale School of Medicine

Mobile medical clinic and storefront providing primary care, behavioral health, HIV care, flu/COVID vaccines, substance use treatment, and syringe services. Operates one of the largest naloxone distribution programs in CT.

Storefront: Mon-Fri; Mobile schedule varies weekly

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Community Soup Kitchen of New Haven

CSK New Haven

Free meals served since 1977. Lunch 5 days/week, Saturday breakfast. No qualifications required - open to all.

Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am-12:30pm, Breakfast: Sat 8-9am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

ConnCAT Job Training

ConnCAT

Free job training and youth programs for Connecticut residents. High-quality educational programs at no cost.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP)

CAANH

Heating assistance for low-income households. Pays for oil, gas, electric, propane, kerosene, coal, wood.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.

Connecticut Food Bank - New Haven

Connecticut Food Bank

Large-scale food distribution serving partner agencies and mobile food pantries throughout Greater New Haven.

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants

CIRI

Affordable immigration legal services, citizenship prep, and support for refugees and immigrants since 1918.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants - Legal Services

CIRI

Affordable immigration legal representation for asylum, U-visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, family petitions, employment authorization, naturalization, and relief for survivors of crime. Served 3,186 clients in 2025.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

Connecticut Mental Health Center

CMHC / Yale

Comprehensive mental health services including outpatient therapy, psychiatric care, crisis services, and case management.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Connecticut Veterans Legal Center

CVLC

Free civil legal services for veterans including housing, family law, record expungement, bankruptcy, consumer debt, VA benefits, employment law, and military discharge upgrades.

Mon-Fri by appointment only

Before you go: CVLC does not accept office drop-ins for legal help.

Continuum of Care - Crisis Services

Continuum of Care Inc

Crisis intervention and stabilization services for adults with mental illness. Provides 24-hour crisis assessment, emergency housing, and community support programs in the greater New Haven area.

24/7 crisis line

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Continuum of Care Emergency Housing

Continuum of Care Inc

Emergency housing serving 100+ homeless individuals daily. Provides food, shelter, and support services.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (Cedar Street)

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

South Central Rehabilitation Center at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center, offering addiction treatment services including methadone maintenance, Suboxone, Vivitrol, detox, outpatient substance use treatment, and psychiatric medication support.

Call 203-503-3300 for program hours; inpatient withdrawal management operates 24/7

Before you go: Ask intake staff which service fits the situation: methadone, Suboxone, Vivitrol, detox, outpatient care, or psychiatric support.

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (Sargent Drive)

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center location offering adult medicine, women's health, pediatrics, behavioral health, infectious disease care, and the Transitions Clinic.

Call 203-503-3000 for current department and appointment hours at Sargent Drive

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, medication list, and proof of income if asking about the sliding-fee scale.

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (State Street)

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

FQHC satellite location on State Street providing medical and behavioral health services on a sliding fee scale.

Call 203-503-3000 for current department and appointment hours at State Street

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, medication list, and proof of income if asking about the sliding-fee scale.

Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (Wilmot Road)

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

FQHC satellite location providing primary care and adult health services on a sliding fee scale.

Call 203-503-3000 for current department and appointment hours at Wilmot Road

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, medication list, and proof of income if asking about the sliding-fee scale.

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center — Dental Services

Cornell Scott Hill Health Center

Dental care at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center, including preventive care and treatment at the Dixwell Q House location. Accepts HUSKY/Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and offers a sliding-fee scale for eligible uninsured patients.

Q House main office Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm; check dental department for appointment availability

Before you go: Bring ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, a medication list, and any recent dental records or x-rays.

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center - MAT Program

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

Medication-assisted treatment for substance use, including methadone maintenance, Suboxone, Vivitrol, outpatient substance use treatment, psychiatric evaluation, recovery support, Narcan training, and detox connections through Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center.

Walk-ins welcome for addiction treatment; call 203-503-3300 for current methadone, Suboxone, Vivitrol, outpatient, and detox intake hours

Before you go: If overdose risk is present, ask about Narcan training and overdose prevention support.

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center - Primary Care

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

Federally Qualified Health Center offering adult medicine, walk-in convenient care, pediatrics, dental, infectious disease care, blood draw, pharmacy, and help with coverage at the 428 Columbus Avenue location.

Main office Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm; convenient care Mon-Fri normal business hours and Sat 8:30am-12:00pm; pharmacy Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm and Sat 8:30am-12:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, medication list, and proof of income if asking about the sliding-fee scale.

Crossroads Clinic

Crossroads

Free/sliding-scale medical clinic providing healthcare services to the community.

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Crossroads Recovery Center

Crossroads

Safe, nurturing recovery environment for addiction and mental health disorders. Culturally competent care.

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

CT Department of Social Services - New Haven

State of Connecticut DSS

State office administering HUSKY Health (Medicaid), SNAP, TANF cash assistance, state supplement for aged/blind/disabled, and other benefit programs. Apply online through ConneCT portal.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

CT Legal Services - New Haven

Connecticut Legal Services

Free civil legal help for low-income residents. Housing, family, benefits, immigration for DV survivors.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

CT Safe Connect

CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Statewide 24/7 hotline for domestic violence support. Call, text, or chat. All languages supported.

24/7

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

CT State Gateway - Early Learning Center

CT State Community College

NAEYC-accredited preschool for children ages 2.8 to 5 years. State-funded scholarships, Care4Kids accepted, and sliding scale fees available. Full-day program with early childhood curriculum.

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

CT State Gateway - Workforce Development

CT State Community College

Workforce training programs in allied health, manufacturing, digital applications, leadership, hospitality, and more. Also offers Gateway to College dual enrollment for students who left high school.

Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat until noon

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

CT Transit - Reduced Fare

CT Transit

Reduced bus fares for seniors, people with disabilities, and Medicare recipients.

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Before you go: Confirm eligibility, service area, reservation windows, and pickup times before traveling.

CTWorks New Haven

CT Department of Labor

Free job search assistance, resume help, interview prep, and job training programs.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Disability Rights Connecticut

Statewide protection and advocacy organization for people with disabilities. Provides legal representation, investigative services, information and referral, and systems-level advocacy.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

Dixwell Avenue Congregational UCC

Dixwell Avenue Congregational United Church of Christ

Oldest African American Congregational Church in the world (founded 1820). Community outreach and historic connection to Dixwell/Newhallville neighborhoods.

Mon-Fri 10am-2pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Dixwell Newhallville Community Mental Health - Food Pantry

Dixwell Newhallville Community Mental Health Services

Monthly food pantry at the community mental health center. Bring photo ID and proof of address for first visit. Bring bags for shopping.

3rd Thursday monthly, 2:00pm-3:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Domestic Violence Hotline - Safe Haven

BHcare

24-hour hotline and emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK)

DESK

Free hot dinner served every evening, plus case management, social services, and connections to housing.

Dinner served 5pm-6pm daily

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

East Shore Senior Center

City of New Haven

Senior center offering congregate meals, health screenings, flu shots, exercise programs, social activities, and transportation services for older adults in the East Shore neighborhood.

Mon-Fri 9am-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

EMERGE CT - Reentry Employment

EMERGE CT

Paid part-time employment and training in construction, landscaping, and property management for people returning from incarceration.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Eviction Defense - Greater New Haven

Connecticut Fair Housing Center

Legal assistance for tenants facing eviction, including court representation and negotiations with landlords.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

Fair Haven CHC - 50 Grand Avenue

Fair Haven Community Health Care

FQHC satellite location at 50 Grand Avenue providing medical services on a sliding fee scale.

Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Fair Haven CHC - Bella Vista

Fair Haven Community Health Care

FQHC satellite at Bella Vista providing medical services on a sliding fee scale.

Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Fair Haven Community Health Care

FQHC providing comprehensive primary care, dental, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and behavioral health.

Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-1pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Fair Haven Community Health Care — Dental

Fair Haven Community Health Care

FQHC dental services for adults and children on a sliding-fee scale. Accepts HUSKY, Medicaid, Medicare, and most insurance. Bilingual (English/Spanish) staff.

50 Grand Ave dental: Mon 8:00am-5:00pm; Tue 8:00am-7:00pm; Wed 9:30am-5:00pm; Thu 8:00am-7:00pm; Fri 8:00am-5:00pm

Before you go: Bring ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a list of medications.

Fellowship Place

Recovery-oriented services for adults living with mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. Programs include supported employment, housing, social rehabilitation, and wellness activities.

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm

Before you go: Call before visiting to confirm which programs are open that day.

Fellowship Place Homeless Outreach

Fellowship Place

Outreach and support services for homeless individuals, including mental health recovery programs and supported employment.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

First Calvary Baptist Church

Historic Black church in Newhallville providing community outreach and support services.

Mon-Fri 10am-2pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

FISH of Greater New Haven - Delivery Only Pantry

FISH of Greater New Haven

Food pantry that delivers food to residents of Hamden, West Haven, East Haven, and New Haven. Serves older adults, people with disabilities, and low-income residents without transportation access.

Mon-Fri 9am-3pm (delivery only)

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

FISH of Greater New Haven Grocery Delivery

New Reach / FISH of Greater New Haven

Volunteer-powered grocery delivery for homebound Greater New Haven residents who cannot access traditional food resources because of age, illness, disability, or similar barriers.

Call for intake and delivery schedule.

Before you go: Be ready to share your address, phone number, household size, and why you cannot reach a walk-in pantry.

Food Pantry at Jewish Family Service of New Haven

Jewish Family Service of New Haven

Food pantry for Greater New Haven residents. By appointment only. Requires income verification, proof of residency, proof of family size, entitlement benefit cards, and photo ID.

Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00am-12:00pm (by appointment only)

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Free Forever Prison Ministry Food Pantry

Free Forever Prison Ministry

Food pantry serving people with AIDS, those recently released from prison and their families, and Greater New Haven residents.

Sat 10am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Free Narcan Distribution

CT Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services

Free naloxone (Narcan) kits to prevent opioid overdose deaths. Training provided.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Call or check outreach hours before going because mobile and drop-in schedules can change.

Friends Center for Children

Early childhood care and education for children ages 3 months to 5 years. Year-round, full-time program with child-centered Quaker values-based curriculum. Sliding scale tuition available.

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm year-round

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

General Assistance

City of New Haven

Temporary cash assistance for single adults without children who are unable to work.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

Get Connected New Haven - Opportunity Center

City of New Haven

Walk-in resource center helping residents access social services, benefits enrollment, job training, housing assistance, and community programs. Provides one-stop navigation for city services.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Glorified Deliverance Church Food Pantry

Glorified Deliverance Church

Food pantry serving New Haven residents. Requires photo ID.

2nd and 4th Saturday, 12:00pm-2:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Grant Street Partnership

Substance abuse treatment for men and women. Temporary housing for homeless men in treatment. Meals and transportation provided.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Greater New Haven Transit District

GNHTD

Paratransit and demand-response transportation for seniors and people with disabilities.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Before you go: Confirm eligibility, service area, reservation windows, and pickup times before traveling.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater New Haven

Habitat for Humanity

Homeownership preparation program and affordable home construction. Also operates ReStore selling discounted furniture, appliances, and building materials to fund housing projects.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

HAVEN Free Clinic

Yale University / HAVEN

Student-run free primary care clinic for uninsured New Haven residents. Comprehensive care at no cost.

Saturdays 8:30am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

HAVEN Free Clinic - Saturday Clinic

HAVEN Free Clinic / Yale University

Student-run free primary care clinic providing comprehensive health services including adult medicine, women's health, pediatrics, and social work. Serves uninsured and underinsured New Haven residents.

Saturdays; call for appointment

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Haven's Harvest Food Rescue

Haven's Harvest

Food rescue organization that redistributes surplus food from restaurants, grocery stores, and farms to community sites across Greater New Haven. Volunteers pick up and deliver food to shelters, senior centers, schools, and faith communities.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Higher Heights Youth Empowerment Programs

Higher Heights YEP

College and career readiness programs for Greater New Haven high school students. Includes SAT prep, college tours, mentoring, leadership development, and financial aid guidance since 2004.

Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Hill Development Corporation - Church St South Food Pantry

Hill Development Corporation

Food pantry serving Church Street South and New Haven residents.

Every 3rd Thursday, 1:00pm-3:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Hillside Family Shelter

Columbus House

Emergency temporary housing for families with at least one adult and one child. 30-60 day stays.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Hope Family Justice Center of Greater New Haven

BHcare

Free wraparound services for domestic violence victims and survivors under one roof, including advocacy, legal services, housing assistance, on-site childcare, bilingual services, accessibility accommodations, and connections to clinical and sexual assault services.

Call for appointment hours; for 24/7 domestic violence support call CT Safe Connect at (888) 774-2900

Before you go: Se habla Espanol.

HOPWA Housing Assistance

City of New Haven

Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) provides rental assistance, utility assistance, and supportive services for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

HUSKY Health (Medicaid) Enrollment

Access Health CT

Free or low-cost health insurance for children, pregnant women, parents, and adults through Connecticut Medicaid.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Immanuel Baptist Church Clothes Closet

Immanuel Baptist Church

Free clothing closet open to the community. Donations also accepted.

Pick-ups: Tuesdays 10:30am-2:45pm. Donations: Thursdays 10:30am-1pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Immanuel Baptist Shelter

Immanuel Baptist Church

75-bed emergency shelter for homeless men. Client check-in starts at 4:00 PM and wake up is 7:00 AM.

Check-in 4:00pm, wake-up 7:00am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church Food Pantry

Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church

Food pantry open to the community. Must complete Emergency Food Assistance Program Form annually. Must be 18+, no ID required.

2nd and 4th Saturday, 8:00am-9:30am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

IRIS - Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services

IRIS

Legal services, resettlement support, employment, and ESL classes for refugees and immigrants.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

IRIS Food Pantry

Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services

Food pantry specifically for immigrants, refugees, and asylees in the greater New Haven area who are not U.S. citizens.

Wednesday, 9:00am-12:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven

Jewish Family Service

Counseling, senior services, refugee resettlement, and emergency assistance. Serves all faiths.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven — Senior Services

Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven

Care management, transportation, kosher meal delivery, and caregiver support for older adults. Serves people of all faiths.

Office Mon-Thu 9:00am-5:00pm; Fri remote 9:00am-3:00pm

Before you go: Bring ID, Medicare or insurance cards, benefit notices, and caregiver contact information if relevant.

Junta for Progressive Action

Junta

Immigration legal services, community organizing, and advocacy for the Latino community.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Junta for Progressive Action - Adult Education

Junta for Progressive Action

Free ESL classes, financial literacy courses, and adult education for New Haven residents. Programs help immigrants build English proficiency and essential skills for managing personal finances.

Classes: Mon-Fri; call for schedule

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

LEAP - Leadership Education Athletics Partnership

LEAP

Free summer and after-school programs for New Haven youth. Academic enrichment, sports, and leadership.

Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm; Summer 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

Leeway

Leeway, Inc.

New Haven residential and healthcare provider for people living with HIV/AIDS and co-occurring conditions. Services include skilled nursing, residential care, independent housing units, behavioral health support, addiction treatment support, and community case management.

Residential and skilled nursing care operate 24/7; call admissions before visiting

Before you go: Ask the referring provider to gather current medical records, medication list, insurance information, and HIV/AIDS-related care information.

Liberty Community Services - Rapid Rehousing

Liberty Community Services

Rapid rehousing program helping families and individuals quickly exit homelessness through rental assistance and case management.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Life Haven - Women & Children Shelter

Life Haven

Emergency shelter for single women with children and pregnant women in their last trimester.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

LIHEAP - Heating Assistance

CAANH

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps pay heating bills for income-eligible households.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.

Lions Low Vision Center - New Haven

Lions Low Vision Centers

Free low vision therapy and occupational therapy services for individuals with visual impairments, operated in partnership with Quinnipiac University. Also provides vision social work services at no charge.

By appointment

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

St. Thomas More Chapel

Weekly food pantry providing groceries to New Haven residents in need.

Saturdays 9am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Loaves and Fishes - St. Paul & St. James Church

St. Paul and St. James Episcopal Church

Food pantry and clothing closet ministry since 1982. Provides food, clothing, and personal care items to anyone in need.

Donations accepted Thu-Sat 9-11am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

LULAC Head Start

LULAC

Comprehensive Head Start and childcare program serving 500+ children and families annually. Provides educational, health, and social services for children from low-income families in New Haven and East Haven.

Mon-Fri; full-day and part-day options

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

Macedonia Church Food Pantry

Macedonia Church of God in Christ

Church-based food pantry serving the Newhallville community.

Sat 9am-11am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Marrakech New Haven Services

Marrakech, Inc.

Disability, behavioral health, employment, family support, youth, and residential-support services for people with disabilities and similar service needs. Marrakech has a New Haven satellite office and programs across the region.

Call for program-specific hours and referral instructions

Before you go: Be ready to describe the type of support needed: employment, housing/residential, mental health/addiction, family support, youth services, or recreation.

Masjid Al-Islam Food Pantry

Masjid Al-Islam

Islamic community center providing food assistance to families in need.

Sat 10am-1pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

MCCA New Haven Outpatient

Midwestern CT Council on Alcoholism

Full range of outpatient addiction treatment - individual, group, and intensive outpatient (IOP).

Mon-Fri 7am-7pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Medical Rides - VEYO

VEYO / CT Medicaid

Free non-emergency medical transportation for Medicaid members to doctors, pharmacies, and treatment.

Mon-Fri 7am-5pm

Before you go: Confirm eligibility, service area, reservation windows, and pickup times before traveling.

Mercy Center

Sisters of Mercy

Spiritual retreat center welcoming all faiths. Offers programs for personal renewal, counseling referrals, and community support.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Mobile Crisis Team

United Way of CT

24/7 mobile crisis intervention for adults experiencing psychiatric emergencies. Can come to your location.

24/7

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Mount Hope Temple Food Pantry

Mount Hope Temple

Church-based food pantry serving the Dixwell Avenue community.

Sat 10am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Moved With Compassion Ministry

MWCM

Nonprofit providing food, water, clothing, and winter coats to homeless individuals. Also provides educational and spiritual assistance.

Sat 11am-1pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

MyRide ADA Paratransit - Greater New Haven

Greater New Haven Transit District

ADA complementary paratransit service for people with disabilities who cannot use CTtransit fixed-route buses for some or all trips in the Greater New Haven service area.

Reservations and service hours vary; call for current details

Before you go: Apply before you need a ride because eligibility approval can take time.

Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven

NHS of New Haven

Homebuyer education, foreclosure prevention, and down payment assistance for first-time homebuyers.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

New Flame Restoration Church Food Pantry

New Flame Restoration Church

Food pantry with regular distributions and emergency food bags for Greater New Haven residents.

2nd and 3rd Thursday, 5:00pm-7:00pm; Emergency bags: 4th Saturday

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

New Haven Adult & Continuing Education

New Haven Public Schools

Adult education center offering GED, high school completion, English/ESOL, citizenship preparation, digital literacy, computer classes, and workforce readiness programs.

Main office Mon-Fri 7:30am-1:30pm; class schedules vary

Before you go: Students generally must be at least 16 and officially withdrawn from grades 9-12.

New Haven Adult & Continuing Education Center

New Haven Public Schools

Free adult education programs including GED preparation, high school credit diploma, English as a Second Language (ESL), National External Diploma Program, citizenship classes, and VITA free tax preparation.

Mon-Fri 7:30am-1:30pm; evening classes available

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

New Haven Church of Christ Food Pantry

New Haven Church of Christ

Weekly food pantry serving the Greater New Haven area.

Friday, 12:00pm-2:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

New Haven Department of Elderly Services

City of New Haven

City department providing senior center programming, transportation assistance, meals, recreation, health screenings, social services referrals, and advocacy for New Haven residents aged 60 and older.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

New Haven Disability Services

City of New Haven

City disability services office connecting residents with accessibility information, disability rights support, city service navigation, and referrals to community programs.

Mon-Fri business hours; call to confirm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, proof of New Haven residency, and disability or benefits paperwork if available.

New Haven Elm City ID

City of New Haven

Municipal ID card for all New Haven residents regardless of immigration status. Accepted for city services.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

New Haven Family Alliance

Community-based organization providing mental health counseling, youth mentoring, fatherhood engagement, family support services, and violence intervention programs for New Haven families.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

New Haven Food Policy Council - Community Fridges

New Haven Food Policy Council

Network of community refrigerators throughout New Haven providing free food 24/7, no questions asked.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

New Haven Free Public Library - Ives Main

New Haven Free Public Library

Main library offering free internet and computer access, job search resources, ESL conversation groups, children's programs, VITA tax prep assistance, and serves as a winter warming center.

Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

New Haven Head Start

NHPS / CAANH

Free preschool program for children ages 3-5 from low-income families, including meals and health screenings.

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

New Haven Health Department - Health Center

City of New Haven

Affordable healthcare services. $20 fee but no one turned away for inability to pay.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

New Haven Health Department - Health Programs

City of New Haven Health Department

Public health programs including immunizations, STD testing, lead screening, and health education.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

New Haven Health Department - STI Clinic

City of New Haven

Affordable and confidential HIV/STI testing and treatment through the Prevention Medicine Division. Serves all New Haven residents regardless of insurance status.

Tue-Wed 10am-4pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

New Haven Housing Authority (Elm City Communities)

Elm City Communities

Public housing and Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

New Haven Legal Assistance Association

NHLAA

Free civil legal services for low-income New Haven residents, including housing, benefits, and family law.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

New Haven Office of Housing & Homelessness Services

City of New Haven

City office coordinating homeless services, winter warming centers, rapid rehousing, and housing programs. Manages Coordinated Access Network for shelter placement and emergency housing referrals.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Warming centers: Nov-Apr

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

New Haven Pride Center Support Services

New Haven Pride Center

LGBTQ+ community support, youth programming, case management, referrals, and basic-needs navigation for food, housing, clothing, utilities, transportation, and other community resources.

Office Mon/Wed/Fri 10am-5pm; drop-in access may be closed or appointment-only

Before you go: The center notes that office hours do not always mean community members can access services without an appointment.

New Haven Reads

Free one-on-one literacy tutoring for students in grades 1-12, educational family support, summer enrichment, and a community book bank with free books.

Book Bank school-year hours: Mon-Wed 1pm-7pm, Thu-Fri 12pm-6pm, Sat 10am-2pm

Before you go: Tutoring is for students in grades 1-12 who are struggling with reading.

New Haven Reentry Welcome Center

Project MORE / City of New Haven

Walk-in resource center for individuals returning from incarceration. Provides document replacement, benefits enrollment, housing stabilization, job readiness training, and case management.

Mon-Fri; call for walk-in hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

New Haven Syringe Services Program (NHSSP)

Yale School of Medicine / CHCV

Syringe exchange and harm reduction services including safer use supplies, overdose education, naloxone distribution, wound care kits, and safer sex supplies. Drop-in and mobile delivery available.

Drop-in hours vary; mobile delivery available

Before you go: Call or check outreach hours before going because mobile and drop-in schedules can change.

New Haven Works

Connects New Haven residents to good jobs. Provides job training and placement services.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

New Haven Youth & Family Services

Multi-service agency providing professional care, education, and treatment for youth and families with emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges. Includes family counseling, case management, and crisis intervention.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

New Haven Youth Connect

City of New Haven Youth & Recreation Department

City program connecting at-risk youth to social services through collaboration between city agencies, schools, mental health professionals, and community partners. Provides case management and referrals.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

New Reach - CareWays Shelter

New Reach

Emergency shelter for families with female head of household.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

New Reach - Martha's Place Emergency Shelter

New Reach

Emergency shelter program serving single women and families with female head of household.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.

Newhallville Academy Food Pantry

Newhallville Academy

Food pantry for New Haven residents. Requires proof of residency and photo ID.

2nd and 4th Saturday, 1:00pm-3:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Northside Community Outpatient Services

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center outpatient behavioral health and mental health services at 226 Dixwell Avenue.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: If there is immediate danger or risk of self-harm, call 988 or 911.

Omega SDA Church Community Service

Omega Seventh-Day Adventist Church

Monthly food distribution serving the New Haven community.

1st & 3rd Sunday, 10am-11:30am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Omega Seventh-Day Adventist Church Community Service

Omega SDA Church

Church-based food pantry serving the Dixwell neighborhood. Provides groceries and household essentials to families in need.

Wed 1pm-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Operation Fuel

Emergency energy assistance year-round for households not eligible for LIHEAP.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.

Pitts Chapel Baptist Church Food Pantry

Pitts Chapel Baptist Church

Church food pantry serving the New Haven community.

Sat 10am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Planned Parenthood - New Haven Center

Planned Parenthood of Southern New England

Reproductive and sexual healthcare including birth control, pregnancy testing, STI testing and treatment, HIV testing, PrEP/PEP, vaccines, and related preventive care. Services are available in English and Spanish with interpretation services.

Mon-Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 8am-6pm, Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 8am-4pm, Sat 8am-2pm

Before you go: Bring insurance information if you have it; ask about sliding-scale or low-cost options if uninsured.

Project Access New Haven

Connects uninsured patients with volunteer physicians for specialty care. Also helps with insurance enrollment.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Project MORE Reentry Employment

Project MORE

Employment services specifically for people returning from incarceration, including job placement and retention support.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Salvation Army New Haven - Emergency Assistance

Salvation Army

Emergency assistance including food pantry, clothing distribution, utility assistance, and holiday programs. Serves New Haven and surrounding towns with crisis intervention and social services.

Office: Mon-Fri 9am-2pm; Food Pantry: Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-11:30am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Salvation Army New Haven Food Pantry

Salvation Army

Food pantry and emergency assistance for families in crisis.

Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-11:30am

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

SATU - Yale Addiction Treatment

Connecticut Mental Health Center / Yale

Substance use and Addiction Treatment Unit offering comprehensive addiction services including MAT.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Second Star of Jacob Church Food Pantry

Second Star of Jacob Church

Food pantry serving New Haven residents. Requires ID for proof of residency.

Last Tuesday and Thursday of month, 9:30am-12:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Senior Meals on Wheels Greater New Haven

Senior Meals on Wheels

Home-delivered meals and nutrition support for older adults in the Greater New Haven area who have difficulty shopping or preparing meals.

Mon-Fri business hours; delivery schedules vary

Before you go: Have the older adult’s address, phone number, emergency contact, and basic dietary needs ready.

SNAP/Food Stamps Enrollment

CT Department of Social Services

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) provides monthly benefits to buy groceries.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

Social Security Administration - New Haven

Social Security Administration

Federal office handling Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability benefits, Medicare enrollment, and replacement Social Security cards.

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

Springs Learning Center

Dominican Sisters of Peace

Adult literacy center for Greater New Haven with English as a Second Language, basic literacy, citizenship preparation, job-readiness support, computer skills, and one-to-one tutoring.

Sep-Jun: Mon 10am-7pm, Tue 10am-6:30pm, Wed 10am-6pm, Thu 10am-7:30pm

Before you go: Placement tests are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Food Pantry

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

Food pantry serving Newhallville and New Haven neighborhood residents.

3rd Saturday of the month

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

St. Ann Food Pantry & Soup Kitchen

St. Ann Church

Food pantry and soup kitchen serving the Greater New Haven area.

Mon, Wed, Fri 10am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

St. Francis Church & St. Rose of Lima - ESL Classes

Catholic Charities

Free English as a Second Language classes for immigrants and refugees.

Tues, Thurs 6pm-8pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

St. Luke's Services Food Pantry

St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Food pantry and community services on Whalley Avenue.

Thurs 10am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

St. Martin de Porres Academy

Independent, tuition-free Catholic middle school for children from economically disadvantaged families. Provides extended-day education with experiential learning, spiritual grounding, and rigorous academics.

Mon-Fri 7:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

St. Matthew's Unison Freewill Baptist Food Pantry

St. Matthew's Unison Freewill Baptist Church

Church-based food pantry on Dixwell Avenue.

Sat 10am-12pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

St. Rose of Lima Church - Food Pantry

St. Rose of Lima Church

Catholic church food pantry serving the Fair Haven community.

Wed 4pm-6pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

St. Vincent de Paul Society - New Haven

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Catholic charity providing emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, food, and other basic needs through home visits.

Mon-Fri 9am-4pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

State Emergency Assistance (EA)

CT Department of Social Services

One-time emergency payments for families with children facing eviction or utility shutoff.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

TANF Cash Assistance

CT Department of Social Services

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides monthly cash assistance for families with children.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

The Connection - Mental Health Services

The Connection Inc

Community mental health services, recovery support, and housing for adults with mental illness.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

The Diaper Bank

Distributes free diapers, period supplies, and incontinence products to low-income families through partner agencies. Provides 40-50 diapers per month per eligible child.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

The Diaper Bank of Connecticut Distribution Network

The Diaper Bank of Connecticut

Statewide diaper, period supply, and incontinence product distribution network with multiple New Haven County partner agencies. Families contact partner agencies directly for diapers or supplies.

Partner agency hours vary; call before visiting

Before you go: The Diaper Bank does not list central walk-in pickup hours; distribution happens through community partners.

The NICE Center Food Pantry

The NICE Center

Monthly food pantry serving Hill Regional residents only. Requires ID and proof of residency.

Last Saturday monthly, 11:00am-1:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

The Spiritual Fellowship

Trinity Church on the Green

Supportive community for people struggling with addiction, mental illness, and homelessness. Includes meal and fellowship.

Tuesdays 12pm-2:30pm

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

The WorkPlace - Second Chance Re-Entry Program

The WorkPlace Inc

Employment training for formerly incarcerated individuals including soft skills training, behavioral health support, occupational training, transportation assistance, and 4-week subsidized job placement.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Transitions Clinic - Reentry Healthcare

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

Primary care at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center for people recently released from incarceration, with support for health needs and community reintegration at the Sargent Drive location.

Call for Transitions Clinic appointment hours at the Sargent Drive location

Before you go: Bring ID if available, release paperwork, medications, insurance or HUSKY card, and probation or parole contact information if relevant.

Trinity Community Grants Program

Trinity Church on the Green

Grant funding for human service programs addressing health, hunger, shelter, and education in New Haven.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

Turnbridge Young Adult Treatment

Turnbridge

Addiction and mental health treatment program specializing in young adults ages 18-35. Offers residential, intensive outpatient, and general outpatient programs for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders.

24/7

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

UI Matching Payment Program

United Illuminating

UI matches customer payments dollar-for-dollar to help pay down past-due balances.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.

Umbrella Center for Domestic Violence Services - New Haven

BHcare

Comprehensive domestic violence services including 24/7 crisis hotline, emergency shelter, individual counseling, support groups, safety planning, restraining order assistance, and children's services. All services are free and confidential.

24/7 crisis hotline; Office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.

United Way of Greater New Haven

United Way

Coordinates community resources for education, health, and financial stability. Funds local nonprofits and provides direct referrals to services across the Greater New Haven region.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

VA Connecticut Healthcare

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Comprehensive healthcare services for eligible veterans including primary care, mental health, and specialty care.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Varick AME Zion Church Food Pantry

Varick AME Zion Church

Food pantry and soup kitchen serving the Dixwell community. Also provides clothing assistance.

Food pantry: 4th Tuesday 3pm. Soup kitchen: Monday 5:30-6:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.

VITA Free Tax Preparation - New Haven

IRS / New Haven Adult Education Center

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program providing free tax return preparation and e-filing for individuals earning $60,000 or less, persons with disabilities, and limited English speakers.

Seasonal: Jan-Apr; call for schedule

Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.

WIC - Fair Haven Community Health Care

Fair Haven Community Health Care

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program providing supplemental food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthcare referrals for pregnant and postpartum women and children under 5.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

WIC - Women Infants Children Program (New Haven)

Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center

WIC nutrition support through Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center for pregnant people, postpartum parents, infants, and children under 5. Provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, referrals, and an eWIC card for healthy foods.

Call 203-503-3000 for WIC appointments; WIC services are offered at 428 Columbus Avenue and Dixwell Community Q House

Before you go: Ask what income, pregnancy, postpartum, infant, or child documents are needed for the WIC appointment.

Winter Utility Shut-Off Protection

CT PURA

Utility shut-off protection from Nov 1 - May 1 for residential customers. Know your rights.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.

Women & Families Center - Sexual Assault Crisis Services

Women & Families Center

Free and confidential sexual assault crisis services for survivors age 5 through adulthood and their loved ones. Provides a 24-hour hotline, hospital/police/court advocacy, short-term counseling, support groups, bilingual counselors, interpreters, and referrals.

24/7 hotline; office support by appointment

Before you go: Services are free and confidential.

Workforce Alliance

Job search assistance, resume help, career coaching, and job training. Free manufacturing training in 5 weeks.

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Yale Law School - Immigrant Rights Clinic

Yale Law School / NHLAA

Free immigration legal services for low-income immigrants. Removal defense, asylum, VAWA, U-Visas.

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.

Yale New Haven Hospital - Emergency Suboxone

Yale New Haven Hospital

Emergency department can start Suboxone treatment for opioid use disorder with bridge prescription and treatment referral.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Yale New Haven Hospital - Financial Assistance

Yale New Haven Hospital

Financial assistance program for uninsured or underinsured patients to reduce hospital bills.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Yale Refugee Health Program

Yale School of Medicine

Provides initial domestic health screening for newly arrived refugees in the Greater New Haven area and establishes longitudinal primary care. Approximately 250 refugees screened annually.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Yale School of Dental Medicine — Clinic

Yale School of Dental Medicine

Low-cost dental care from supervised dental students and residents. General dentistry, specialty services, oral surgery. Call for screening appointment.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm

Before you go: Bring ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a list of medications.

Yale-New Haven Hospital Adult Dental Clinic

Yale New Haven Hospital

Comprehensive dental treatment and oral surgery for adult patients. Approximately 30,000 patient visits per year. Financial assistance and sliding scale fees available for uninsured patients.

Mon-Fri by appointment

Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.

Youth Continuum - Youth Shelter

Youth Continuum

Shelter, housing, and support services for homeless youth ages 14-24. Includes warming center in winter.

24/7

Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.