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Benefits in Connecticut

Where to apply and who to call in Connecticut. For services near you, see the Connecticut state page.

Medicaid

Program
HUSKY Health (Connecticut Medicaid) (Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS))
In person
A DSS field office (there are 12) Find an office
If you get SSI
No. Connecticut is a 209(b) state, so getting SSI does not give you Medicaid automatically. You must apply with DSS.
If you work
MED-Connect (Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities). Lets working people with disabilities keep Medicaid.

Medicare Savings Programs and the Medicaid Buy-In also go through this office. How Medicaid works.

Food

Bills and phone

Disability rights agency (free)
Disability Rights Connecticut, (860) 297-4300

Planning forms

Free Connecticut advance directive forms, with instructions: Connecticut forms at CaringInfo. What each form does.

People who help for free

Medicaid details checked October 9, 2026. Disability rights agency from the NDRN member list; forms from CaringInfo. Last reviewed November 9, 2026.

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