Local
Resources
Local Resources for Families in Need
Our center serves as a neutral space where families can access crucial resources and services aimed at addressing their specific needs. Through partnerships with local organizations and agencies, we offer assistance with food security, housing support, childcare services, educational programs, and more. These resources are designed to help families overcome obstacles and build a stronger foundation for their future.
Not a handout, but a hand up.
Basic Needs
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Get mobile food panty updates in your area by texting the word “Foodshare” to 85511
Envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra COMIDA al 85511 para obtener el horario de las distribuidoras de alimentos ambulantes siempre que lo necesite
Get assistance applying for SNAP benefits, click on the link below:
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For Utilities Assistance call CRT at
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The following local agencies are able to help with rental assistance when funding is available.
-The Salvation Army
-Mercy House
-Hands on Hartford
-Catholic Charities
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Care 4 Kids helps pay for childcare costs for low to moderate income families in Connecticut.
Pequenin Bilingual Early Learning Academy
Childcare for children 14 months to 5 years old.
Catholic Charities Early Head Start Program for Infants and Toddlers
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For low-income housing visit the CT Housing Choice Voucher Program Website to apply when waiting list opens. To register for notifications of open waitlists click here.
If you are experiencing homelessness and are looking for shelter call 211 and when prompted dial 3.
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Boys and Girls Club of Hartford After School Program
Hartford City Mission (Free After School Program)
For more information on this program call (860) 246-0132
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Hartford Adult Education/GED Program
If you are a SNAP recipient, you may be eligible for the CT Pathways Connecticut SNAP Employment and Training Programs which offer free educational and vocational training programs. To learn how to sign up, click here or call 1-855-626-6632.
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The American Place (TAP) is a division of Hartford Public Library that provides GED prep Services, ESL (English as a Second Language) classes, and a citizenship program.
Physical Health
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If you need health insurance, you can shop, compare, or enroll in plans at Access Heath CT or by calling the number below.
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If you do not have health insurance and need medical care, The Malta House of Care Clinic provides free primary care to uninsured adults in Greater Hartford area.
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The CT Mission of Mercy Dental Clinic provides a listing of free, or income based dental care in the state of Connecticut.
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The Connecticut Department of Public Health offers free cancer screenings for women through there Connecticut Early Detection and Prevention Program. You can contact your Hartford Health Care Provider at the numbers listed below.
Hartford Hospital
St. Francis Hospital
Outside of Hartford
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Ask your doctor for an HIV 1-800-CDC-INFO test, or find a testing site near you by
• visiting gettested.cdc.gov,
• texting your ZIP code to KNOW IT (566948), or
• calling 1-800-CDC-INFO (232-4636). Many testing locations are FREE and confidential.
You can also buy a home testing kit at a pharmacy or online. Most HIV tests are covered by health insurance.
If you need more information please contact the HIV Prevention Program at (860) 509-8066
Mental Health
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If you or someone you know are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 211 and when prompted dial 1 to reach the Mobile Crisis Hot Line.
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Interval House offers support services for victims of domestic violence. They can be reached at their 24 hour hotline.
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For those who are seeking counseling or therapy the following agencies provide mental health services.
Wheeler Clinic
The Village for Families and Children
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If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can call the suicide and crisis lifeline at 988.
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AA Meetings
To find an AA Meeting (Alcoholics Anonymous) in Hartford click here or call 1-866-783-7712
NA Meetings
To find an NA Meeting (Narcotics Anonymous) in Hartford click here or call (800) 627-3543.
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DMHAS (Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services) provides a listing of mental health service beds available in the state of Connecticut for those seeking inpatient mental health or substance use services.
