NOTICE:

Connecticut passed new legislation requiring DSS to spread out SNAP benefit issuance dates throughout the month rather than concentrating them in the first few days. Read up on the changes that start March 1.

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).

Community Options

Overview

Department of Social Services and Department of Developmental Services

The State of Connecticut offers a variety of services to help eligible individuals who need support to live at home or to return to community living.  Many of the programs are administered under a Medicaid ‘waiver,’ meaning that Connecticut has received federal approval to waive certain Medicaid requirements to meet the service needs of older adults and adults with disabilities in the community. These programs and services include: 

We hope this website section about these home and community-based services will be helpful to you and your family.  The Department of Social Services’ Division of Health Services administers Medicaid waiver and related services.  Specifically, the DSS Community Options Unit (formerly the Alternate Care Unit) and the Money Follows the Person Unit are responsible for managing multiple waiver programs and related services in support of Connecticut citizens with disabilities of all ages. 

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