NOTICE:

November funds have been loaded onto the EBT cards. Clients are now able to use their SNAP benefits. If you need to check your EBT balance call 1-888-328-2666 or use MyDSS.ct.gov

Please be patient and respectful to our staff while we try to assist you through these changes caused by the federal government shutdown. If you need immediate food assistance, visit www.211ct.org or www.ctfoodshare.org. 

Learn about potential changes to DSS benefits due to the federal budget reconciliation bill (H.R.1) in our article, What will change with DSS benefits following the passing of federal H.R.1?

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  • Affirmative Action

    The Affirmative Action Division is responsible for developing and implementing policy as it relates to multiple state and federal employee/client rights protection programs.

  • Agency Email Directory

    Email addresses for Divisions and Projects within the Department.

  • Americans With Disability Act - ADA

    The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines disability, with respect to an individual, as "a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of such individual; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as having such an impairment."

  • DSS Client Information Line and Benefits Center

    Our automated ‘interactive voice-response’ telephone system helps DSS clients get the information you need without waiting to speak to an eligibility worker.

  • HIPAA Information

    Client information at DSS is protected by federal and state laws and regulations. This section contains copies of these laws and regulations, the DSS Privacy Policy and official DSS forms related to your privacy rights.

  • How to Apply for Services

    Applying for health/medical coverage: For Children, Parents & Caregiver Relatives of Children, Adults without Dependent Children, and Pregnant Women...

  • Non-Discrimination Statement

    The Department of Social Services complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

  • Office of Legal Counsel, Regulations and Administrative Hearings (OLCRAH)

    The Office of Legal Counsel, Regulations and Administrative Hearings (OLCRAH) serves as in-house counsel for the agency, administers the promulgation of agency regulations and schedules and conducts administrative hearings in accordance with state and federal law.

  • Toll-free Numbers

    Toll-free numbers for the Department of Social Services.

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