Disability Rights and Assistance
Are you disabled and working, or unable to work? Are you worried about the kinds of health care you will receive when you’re unable to make decisions for yourself? This section has information about that and more. DownloadBy: The State of Connecticut Judicial Branch
Are You disabled and unable to work? If so, you may be able to get Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income benefits.What are Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income benefits?If I...
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...
Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities (MED-Connect) helps you get Medicaid if you work and have a disability.
Click on a topic to learn about your rights if you:want to take time offhave been disciplined or firedare being discriminated againstare a temporary workerare asked to take a drug testwant to know about your personnel file and medical...
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...
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...
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.
The CT Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities is the lead state agency on eliminating discrimination through civil and human rights enforcement.File a Discrimination Complaint
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...
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...
State of Connecticut Judicial Branch's Americans with Disabilities Act homeopage.
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.
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....
HUSKY Health is the State of Connecticut’s public health coverage program for eligible children, parents, relative caregivers, senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, adults without children, and pregnant women.
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...
Operation Fuel provides assistance to Connecticut residents to help them cover their energy costs.Operation Fuel is currently accepting applications for the Utility Assistance Program now through October 31, 2012 Click here to learn more....
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...
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...
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...
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-...
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...
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,...
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...