Are You disabled and unable to work? If so, you may be able to get Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income benefits.
If you have a disability, you may be protected from discrimination by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you qualify, you may be protected both when you apply and while you are on the job.
Connecticut law gives you the right to say what kinds of health care you would and would not want if you become unable to make those decisions for yourself. To make sure your wishes are followed, it is important to put them in writing. By ...
What is job discrimination? What does being treated differently mean? How do I know if what my employer does is actually illegal? What can I do if I think I’m being discriminated against at my job? What if I am fired or ...
Find out about protections and rights for those who are elderly or physically disabled who live in a building with 5 or more units, and protections from eviction in certain other cases.
A list of common legal words and their definitions compiled by the Connecticut Judicial Branch. If you didn't find what you were looking for in the Connecticut Judicial Branch glossary, try this glossary of legal terms by the U.S. Courts.
A nonprofit and nonpartisan organization working in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States.
An extensive collection of publications, legal briefs, settlement agreements, training videos, and an interactive online course on the ADA along with information about ADA enforcement, mediation, technical assistance, and certification ...
The Center for Disability Rights, based in West Haven, CT, advocates for people with disabilities and their issues on a local, statewide, and national level. They also provide services to individuals and their families, as well as technical ...
The Attorney General represents the interests of the people of the State of Connecticut in all civil legal matters involving the state to protect the public interest, and to serve as legal counsel to all state agencies.
Connecticut law prohibits illegal discrimination in the areas of employment, housing, public accommodations, and credit transactions. If you believe you have experienced illegal discrimination, the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and ...
Working with families and the public and private sector to provide services and support programs for Connecticut Citizens with mental retardation.
Promotes and administers comprehensive, recovery-oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment throughout Connecticut.
Mission is to:Meet basic needs of food, shelter, economic support and health care.Promote and support the choice to live with dignity in one's own home and community.Promote and support the achievement of economic viability in the workforce.
This office provides the opportunity for applicants and recipients of DSS programs to request a hearing to contest actions taken by DSS.
The Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (“P&A” or “OPA”) is an independent state agency established to safeguard and advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities in Connecticut.P&A gives ...
Oversees Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, child care, child support enforcement, child abuse and neglect, etc.
The Civil Rights Division is committed to upholding the civil and constitutional rights of all individuals, particularly some of the most vulnerable members of our society.
Infoline (2-1-1) is a free service that can help you with many different kinds of problems, including substance abuse, domestic violence, suicide prevention, financial problems, and more. It is available 24 hours a day and 365 days per year.
Operation Fuel energy grants are for households which fall within the income guidelines, the household is faced with a financial crisis, and demonstrates need.Get the latest information about Operation Fuel program updates.Operation Fuel is ...
Infoline (2-1-1) is a free service that can help you with many different kinds of problems, including substance abuse, domestic violence, suicide prevention, financial problems, and more. It is available 24 hours a day and 365 days per year.
For over 57 years Ability Beyond Disability has been the premiere resource helping individuals with disabilities pursue lives that most people take for granted. Finding homes where people can live, providing supports that they can count on, ...
The Center for Disability Rights, based in West Haven, CT advocates for people with disabilities and their issues on a local, statewide, and national level. They also provide services to individuals and their families, as well as technical ...
The Department of Social Services provides a broad range of services to the elderly, people with disabilities, families, and individuals who need assistance in maintaining or achieving their full potential for self-direction, self-reliance and ...
Ansonia307 Main St., 06401Phone: 866-331-7096Fax: 203-732-0522Manager: Paul FotiBridgeport3885 Main St., 3rd Floor, 06606Phone: 866-331-6399Fax: 203-365-8470Manager: Mrs. CannaBristol225 North Main St., Room 400, 06010Phone: 860-314-2304Fax: ...
St. Luke’s LifeWorks is a non-profit organization providing learning opportunities, housing and support services to people overcoming homelessness in lower Fairfield County.Bread & Roses: Programs for people living with HIV/AIDS
Hartford OfficeWilliam R. Cotter Federal Building135 High Street, Room 331Hartford, CT 06103866-931-2878New Haven OfficeConnecticut Financial Center157 Church Street, 22nd FloorNew Haven, CT 06510866-613-2750
The Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities ("P&A" or "OPA") is an independent state agency established to safeguard and advance the civil and human rights of people with disabilities in Connecticut.In Connecticut: ...
Statewide Legal Services is a telephone hotline helping callers with legal problems in Connecticut. They talk to callers about many different non-criminal legal problems. Some of the problems they can talk to you about include family, employment, ...
To fulfill President Lincoln's promise “To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s veterans.
Workforce Alliance works to improve the delivery of workforce services in close collaboration with business, education and training providers, and local elected officials. They serve the public through four CTWorks Career Centers.Workshops cover ...