A notice about two Resource Centers.

Congress ended the replacement SNAP benefit program in December 2024. 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. 

Wait times at the Waterbury Resource Center may be longer than usual due to renovations.

We are still open to serve you. For additional assistance you can also call 1-855-626-6632 or visit connect.ct.gov. We apologize for the inconvenience.

COVERED CONNECTICUT PROGRAM

Overview

Program Description and Eligibility

The CoveredCT program offers no-cost health insurance, dental insurance and non-emergency medical transportation to all Connecticut residents between the ages of 19-64 that qualify. Connecticut residents can apply and enroll if eligible, at any time during the year, there does not have to be a qualifying life event to enroll. To qualify, Connecticut residents must:

  • have a household income up to an including 175% of the Federal Poverty Level and be ineligible for HUSKY Health/Medicaid due to income; 
  • are eligible for financial help to purchase health insurance on the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange, Access Health CT, using 100% of available Advanced Premium Tax Credits (APTCs) and Cost-Sharing Reductions (CSRs);
  • enroll in a Silver-Level Plan on the Connecticut Health Insurance Exchange, Access Health CT.

Income Guidelines for 2025 Coverage

Household Size

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Income limit to qualify 

$26,355  

$35,770  

$45,185  

$54,600  

$64,015  

$73,430  

$82,845  

$92,260