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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: You don't have to come in. Apply for HUSKY, SNAP, or cash assistance online at connect.ct.gov anytime. If you do visit, the office closes at 4:30pm.

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 photo ID, Social Security cards or ITIN letters for everyone on the return, W-2s/1099s, health coverage forms, and last year's return if you have it.

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.

Unidad Latina en Acción

Grassroots organization defending the rights of immigrants and workers in New Haven since 2002. Offers crisis support for immigrant families, help for victims of wage theft and labor abuse, support fo…

Community meetings Mon 7:00pm-9:00pm; rapid-response emergency line available 24/7; call before visiting.

Before you go: Weekly community meetings are Mondays, 7-9pm, at 37 Howe Street. All are welcome, including children.

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: You don't have to come in. Apply anytime at connect.ct.gov from your phone. The Howard Ave office is open weekdays 8-5 if you'd rather do it in person.