NOTICE: DSS benefits have changed due to the federal budget reconciliation bill (H.R.1). Find out how it will impact you on our website, which answers questions about work requirements and exemptions for SNAP and HUSKY (Medicaid). CT.gov Home dss Current: Closing Alert Closing Alert Overview Overview Department of Social Services offices will be closed Friday, November 10, 2017, for the state holiday in observance of Veterans Day. Our customers can access benefit and application information, 24/7, at Connecticut Department of Social Services - ConnecCT and Connecticut Social Services Portal; or 1-855-6-CONNECT. Thank you.