These updates have been submitted by the general public. Please note that they have NOT been reviewed or verified by 2-1-1 CT.
NOTE: DSS started on June 17, 2024, texting renewal reminders to recipients who need to submit their renewal forms and will receive DSS texts from 60302. Personalized texts will still come from the DSS Benefit Center number, 855-626-6632. Make sure to update phone number to get important reminders from DSS. Click here for more information.
(Individuals can verify or update their address at: ct.gov/UpdateUsDSS):
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Note: HUSKY A for Children and State HUSKY B for Children, effective January 1, 2023.These new coverage groups will allow children ages 0-12 who are not citizens or qualified non-citizens (that is, individuals who do not qualify for Medicaid due to immigration status, e.g., those without a legal immigration status or “undocumented” individuals) to receive the equivalent of full Medicaid or Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) benefits, respectively. If enrolled in one of the new state funded groups
Connecticut children's HUSKY plan provides health care insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription. The maximum income level to qualify a child for coverage is 323% FPL. - Cost: HUSKY B - 1) Band 1 - for children with family income between 185-235% of FPL - no monthly premium; - 2) Band 2 - for children with family income between 236-323% of FPL, HUSKY B-Tiers 1 and 2 provides, under the HUSKY Plus program, supplemental coverage for intensive physical or behavioral health care needs.
All Connecticut resident children ages 0 through 18; No asset limit; Must be U.S. citizen or have legal resident status; Parent is ineligible if not willing to comply with child support enforcement requirements; Children who have health insurance or who have had health insurance within the previous 2 months may need to apply for an exception in order to be eligible for HUSKY B
As of April 1, 2022 - HUSKY B-Prenatal Care provides health care to pregnant non-citizens; Federal Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) allows states to include unborn children in their CHIP program; This coverage then allows for prenatal care and other health care for pregnant non-citizens who do not qualify for Medicaid; Also included are postpartum visits that occur within 60 days of delivery
Eligible individuals must:
·be pregnant;
·be a non-citizen or immigrant that does not qualify for Medicaid due to immigration status; and
·have a household income up to 263% of the federal poverty level. (For a family of four, up to $72,982 annually.)
Note: Unlike in traditional HUSKY B, there is no age limit or age requirement for this program
401 West Thames Street
Suite 102
Norwich, CT
06360
855-805-4325
Access Health CT
855-626-6632
Client Information and Benefits Center Line
800-842-4524
Automated DSS Client Information Line
M-F: 8am-4:30pm; Benefits Center line hours: 7:30am-4pm
Documentation of income and proof of citizenship may be asked; Parents claiming no income must provide statement on how they support themselves; Social Security numbers for all applicants; Proof of medical expenses may be required if over income (medical bills, provider statements); If one parent is absent, must provide name and address of absent parent for parent to get coverage; Proof of US citizenship or legal residency (birth certificate, passport, naturalization papers, BCIS Form I-551 resident alien card); Proof of identity (driver license, state ID card, school record, hospital record, affidavit); All self-statements are subject to verification. Additional documentation may be required before eligibility is determined
1) Online through Access Health CT at www.accesshealthct.com; 2) Over the phone by calling Access Health CT at 1-855-805-4325 - apply online or over the phone in order to get the fastest determination of whether you are eligible, 3) Using application form ‘AH3,’ available by calling Access Health CT at 1-855-805-4325 or in a Department of Social Services (DSS) office, 4) In person at a DSS field office (please note that you may have to wait to see a worker)
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State agency administers state and federal cash assistance, SNAP/food stamp and medical insurance programs for low income individuals, individuals who are elderly or disabled, and refugees. Cash or medical insurance programs include Temporary Family Assistance (TFA); State Administered General Cash Assistance (SAGA); State Supplement for the Aged, Blind and Disabled (State Supplement); Medicaid; and other medical expense or personal care assistance programs for special populations. DSS also administers funding for child support enforcement services, energy assistance, rental assistance, emergency housing programs, burial funds for the indigent, and protective services for the elderly.
800-842-1508
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Handicap parking available, Wheelchair accessible
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