General Resources Page

 
Connecticut - Statewide

• Connecticut 211 Information and Referral Network (Dial 2-1-1)  
• State of Connecticut Homepage  
• Selected State Agency Homepages
  • Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO)  
  • Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF)  
  • Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD)  
  • Connecticut Department of Labor (DOL)  
  • Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS)  
  • Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS)  
  • Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)  
  • Connecticut Housing Finance Authority  
• Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities (P&A)  
• US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)  
• US Department of Agriculture - Rural Development (USDA)  

Connecticut - Cities and Towns

• Connecticut Cities and Towns Profiles - 2007  
• Connecticut Cities and Towns Websites  
• Connecticut Magazine's Rating & Ranking of Cities & Towns - 2007  
• Maps - Connecticut  
• Maps - Connecticut - Roads   [Note: gif, 118KB, 1000x730]
• Maps - Municipalities Listed by County  

Disability Resources - Local

• Connecticut 2-1-1 - Disabilities  
• Connecticut Association of Centers for Independent Living  
• Disability Resource Center of Fairfield County  
• Disability Network of Eastern CT  
• Independent Living of Northwestern CT  

Disability Resources - Statewide

• Disability Resources (HUD)  
• Disabilities Resources (P&A)  
• Housing Services (DMHAS)  
• How to Alert 9-1-1 to Your Special Needs (DPS)  
• How to Find Services in Your Area (DMHAS)  
• Programs for People with Disabilities (DSS)  
• Residential Options (DMR)  
• Websites for People with Disabilities (DOL)  

Elderly Resources - Local

• Connecticut 2-1-1 - Senior Centers  
• How to Alert 9-1-1 to Your Special Needs (Department of Public Safety)  

Elderly Resources - Statewide

• Alzheimer's Respite Care Program (DSS)  
• Connecticut Association of Area Agencies on Aging  
• Programs for Elders (DSS)  
• Programs Serving Older Adults (DSS)  
• Long Term Care Services and Support  

Energy/Utility Assistance

• AT&T - Lifeline Connecticut - Low-income Phone Service  
• Connecticut 2-1-1 - Energy Assistance/Utilities  
• Connecticut Energy Assistance Program  
• Electric Assistance Programs  
• Energy Assistance/Utilities  
• Operation Fuel Bank  
• Your Utility Service Rights and Responsibilities  

Fair Housing

• FAQ About Fair Housing Laws  
• Fair Housing (HUD)  
• Fair Housing Laws - Summary   [Note: Downloads Word Document]
• Fair Housing Laws and Presidential Executive Orders  
• Fair Housing for Individuals with Physical Disabilities   [Note: Downloads Word Document]
• Fair Housing for Individuals with Mental Disabilities   [Note: Downloads Word Document]
• Housing Rights for People with Disabilities (CHRO)  
• National Fair Housing Advocate On-line  
• Reasonable Accommodations under the Fair Housing Act   [Note: pdf, 176KB]
• What You Should Know About Housing Discrimination  
• Lo Que Usted Debe Saber Sobre la Discriminacion en la Vivienda  

Fair Rent Commissions

• Connecticut 2-1-1: Towns with Fair Rent Commissions  
• What is a Fair Rent Commission?  

Healthcare

• Connecticut 2-1-1 - Health Care  
• Find a Hospital Near You  

Home Improvements/Modifications

• Energy Conservation Loan Program (DECD)  
• Home Modification Booklet (DSS)   [Note: pdf, 550KB]
• Accessibility Modifications (Corporation for Independent Living)  
• Home Modifications (Long-Term Care Website)  

Housing Inventory

• [Large pdf download - 368KB] A Comprehensive Inventory of all Assisted Housing, as defined in Section 8-30g of the Connecticut General Statutes-2006.pdf

Housing Resources - For People with Disabilities

• Disability Resources (HUD)  
• Home and Community Living (Long-Term Care Website)  
• Housing Choice Voucher Page (DAS)  
• Live-In Aides and the Housing Choice Voucher Program   [Note: pdf, 232KB]
• People Advancing Therapeutic Homes, Inc. (PATH)  
• Programs for Persons with Disabilities (DSS)  
• Renters' - Rebate for Elderly/Disabled Renters Tax Relief Program  
• Section 8 Made Simple (to assist people with disabilities)   [Note: pdf, 1.7MB - BIG!]

Housing Resources - For Seniors

• Connecticut 2-1-1: Housing Information  
• Housing Choice Voucher Page (DAS)  
• Live-In Aides and the Housing Choice Voucher Program   [Note: pdf, 232KB]
• Older Adults - Home & Community Living  
• Renters' - Rebate for Elderly/Disabled Renters Tax Relief Program  

Housing - Terms

• FAQ - Definitions of Housing Terminology  

Landlord and Tenant Rights & Responsibilities

• Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 830 - Rights and Responsibilities of Landlord and Tenant  
• Housing Court - Where to File  
• Landlord/Tenant - FAQ  
• A Landlord's Guide to Summary Process (Eviction)   [Note: pdf, 1.4MB BIG!]
• Guia de Arrendadores Sobre el Proceso Sumario (Desahucio)   [Note: pdf, 208KB]
• A Tenant's Guide to Summary Process (Eviction)   [Note: pdf, 310KB]
• Guia Para el Inquilino Sobre el Procedimiento Sumario (Desalojo)   [Note: pdf, 117KB]
• Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords and Tenants in Connecticut   [Note: pdf, 207KB]
• Derechos y Responsabilidades de los Arrendadores e Inquilinos de Connecticut   [Note: pdf, 187KB]
• Rental Security Deposits: Key Issues for Landlords and Tenants  
• The Connecticut Fair Housing Center, Inc.  

Legal Services

• Statewide Legal Services  
• The Legal Assistance Resource Center of Connecticut  

Long Term Care

• Long-Term Care Services and Supports in Connecticut (LTC Website)  
• The Olmstead Decision and Housing: Opportunity Knocks   [Note: pdf, 165KB]

Shelter and Anti-Poverty Resources

• 2006 Shelter Listings   [Note: pdf, 48KB]
• Connecticut's 12 Community Action Agencies  

Transportation Services

• Connecticut Bus and Rail Transportation System  
• Connecticut 2-1-1: Transportation for People with Disabilities  
• Easter Seal Project Action Transportation Database  
• Para-transit Service Providers in Connecticut