For Clients & Applicants
Special menu for DSS customers. How to apply, renew & report changes, other key information.
Connecticut State
Department of Social Services
Most Popular Resources
- COVID-19 Public Health Emergency “Unwinding” and what it means for DSS benefits
- MyDSS--Our New Mobile App for 24/7, On-the-Go Access!
- ConneCT to DSS – Apply Online, Open/Access 'MyAccount' & more!
- Connecticut Energy Assistance Programs
- Child Tax Credits & Stimulus Payment Help
- DSS Field Offices
- Client Information Line & Benefits Center
- 2-1-1 Connecticut Human Service Information - search online or dial 2-1-1
- SNAP – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
- CT Pathways - for SNAP Enrollees at Colleges & Educational Partners
- HUSKY Health
- Child Support Services
- Acknowledging Parentage
DSS Response to COVID-19
Information, guidance and resources from DSS in response to COVID-19
Introducing the MyDSS Mobile App
MyDSS is a new mobile-friendly app that lets you get benefit status and info from any mobile device!
News and Press
- 6/26/2025
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12/2/2021
Governor Lamont Reminds Connecticut Residents About Available Home Heating Assistance
- 8/8/2023
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8/29/2022
Notice of Intent to Renew the DDS Individual and Family Support Medicaid Waiver and Amend the DSS Employment and Day Supports & Comprehensive Medicaid Waivers.
- 8/30/2024
Highlights
- NEW! Home and Community-Based Services & the American Rescue Plan Act
- UPDATED! CT Low Income Household Water Assistance Program Opens Applications
- NEW! DSS Lien Release Process
- UPDATED! - Advisory Board for Transparency on Medicaid Cost and Quality
- Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for Home Care Participants (Self-Directed)
- Business Intelligence and Big Data
- Partners & Vendors
- Connecticut Housing Engagement and Support Services - CHESS
- DSS Data + Dashboards
- CT Fatherhood Initiative
- HUSKY Health and IRS Form 1095-B
- Integrated Care for Kids
- Medicaid Long-Term Care Demand Projections
- UPDATE! Public Charge: Latest Information
- Special Notices for Electronic Asset Verification
- Job Opportunities
- MyPlaceCT.org
- Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
- Special for Service Partners
- CaringCareers.org
- Report Fraud/Abuse
- AccessHealthCT.com
- HUSKY Health
- Register Online to Vote
Contact
Department of Social Services