Health Issues
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Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §§ 12101 et seq., prohibits discrimination based on disability in employment, places of public accommodation, transportation, telecommunication and commercial facilities. This link will provide you information regarding ADA from the US Department of Justice.
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Connecticut Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind
BESB's mission is to provide quality educational and rehabilitative services to all people who are legally blind or deaf-blind and children who are visually impaired at no cost to our clients or their families. You will find information about blindness, children's services, adult services, employment services and more.
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Connecticut Department of Developmental Services
The Department of Developmental Services is a state agency funded by the State of Connecticut to purchase or provide a wide range of supports and services for citizens of Connecticut with developmental disabilities. Information about support and services, day programs, employment supports, family supports and more is provided.
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The Association for Severe Handicaps
Information and resources for community living, communication rights, chapters, committees and more.
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Information is provided for students, parents, teachers, and administrators. There are information centers for Grants & Contracts, Financial Aid, Programs, Legislation, Regulations & Guidance.
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Nursing homes are licensed by the Department of Public Health which also certifies the homes for participation in the Medicaid program. Use the links on this page to find out information about a nursing home and to file a complaint with the Department of Public Health. The Long Term Care Ombudsman also investigates complaints and advocates on behalf of nursing home residents. Updates on litigation involving nursing homes brought by my office are also provided on this page.
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Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendent
The mission of CAPSS is to lead the continuous improvement of public education for all students by advocating public policy for children, and by developing and supporting executive school leaders. Visit the website for information about the Board of Directors, calendar of events, vacancies, retirement and more.
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Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center
Information and support to families of children with any disability or chronic illness, age birth through 21.
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The Arc of Connecticut is an advocacy organization committed to protecting the rights of people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and to promoting opportunities for their full inclusion in the life of their communities. Visit their website for information on Arc, Arc/CT Chapters, and donations.
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Connecticut Association of Boards of Education
Visit the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education website for information on education, CABE-CAPSS conventions, current workshops and more.
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Child Day Care Services Complaints
You can contact the Office of Early Childhood complaint phone line by dialing: 1-800-282-6063. Complaints concerning child abuse or neglect should be reported immediately to the Department of Children and Families HOTLINE at 1-800-842-2288 and to Office of Early Childhood.
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How to Find Mental Health Services
This link will take you to the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services website. DMHAS-funded and operated mental health and addiction services are organized on a regional level, providing easy access, responsive emergency care, continuity of care between different agencies, and client/family/advocate involvement.
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Provides resource links for Senior Citizens regarding health, aging, and other services.
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Husky Program - Healthcare for Uninsured Kids & Youth
Nothing is more important than the health of your child. Every young person should have a doctor, a dentist, and other important health services. This website will give you the basic information. Our friendly HUSKY customer service representatives will tell you the rest.
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This website has been created to provide you with extensive information about Connecticut-licensed physicians. The Department of Public Health is committed to providing valuable healthcare information and we hope this website will be helpful to you.