**DSS Field Offices are now open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

**DSS Field Offices and our staffed telephone Benefits Center (1-855-6-CONNECT or 1-855-626-6632) are closed on Wednesdays to allow our staff time to process applications, renewals and related work.

**24/7 access: Customers can access benefit and application information, at www.connect.ct.gov and www.ct.gov/dss/apply; or our automated Client Information Line at 1-855-6-CONNECT (1-855-626-6632). More about 24/7 access options at www.ct.gov/dss/fieldoffices.

How to Apply for Services

Related Resources

Check out ‘Am I Eligible?’ – DSS service pre-screening tool for Connecticut residents – www.connect.ct.gov Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window

‘MyAccount’ – DSS clients can activate an online benefit account for 24/7 information and access – www.connect.ct.gov Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window Opens in a new window

Request a Hearing

Affirmative Action

HIPAA Privacy Rights

Application Forms for Department of Social Services Programs

Link to Department of Social Services Field Offices

Programs for People with Disabilities

Video Guides for DSS ConneCT Clients