NOTICE

The best way to protect yourself against EBT theft is to call 1-888-328-2666 to change your PIN number before the start of each month.

Due to renovations the DSS Manchester office will be temporarily closed. A new temporary location opened Monday, Jan. 27 at 146 Hartford Road, Manchester. 

How to Apply for Services

Overview

There are several ways to apply for DSS programs and services.  You can apply online; download and mail in an application; or, for some health coverage, apply over the phone at Access Health CT.  When possible, we recommend online application as the quickest and most convenient.

 

Online options:


  • Households and individuals who wish to apply for or renew health coverage for children (HUSKY A & B); parents with dependent children (HUSKY A); caretakers/guardians of minor children (HUSKY A); pregnant individuals (HUSKY A Pregnancy or HUSKY B Prenatal); and adults under 65 without dependent children (HUSKY D), can apply online at www.accesshealthct.com. 

  • Households and individuals who are over 65 and older, blind or with disability and wish to apply for or renew Medicaid (HUSKY C) or Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities (MED-Connect) can apply online at www.connect.ct.gov, under ‘Apply for Benefits.’

  • Households and individuals who wish to apply for or renew SNAP (food stamps) and/or cash assistance can apply online on www.connect.ct.gov, under ‘Apply for Benefits.’

Please click on the ‘How To’ link on this page for more application guidance and options.

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