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Connecticut Nonprofit Resource Guide
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About This Guide
This guide was created to help individuals and families in Connecticut navigate long-term care with more clarity and confidence. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate care need, finding the right support can feel overwhelming.
Inside, you'll find a curated list of nonprofit organizations across Connecticut, including caregiver support services, disease-specific foundations, veteran resources, and community-based programs. Each listing includes verified contact information and a brief description to help you quickly understand what's available.
Our goal is to make it easier for you to explore your options, connect with trusted long-term care resources in Connecticut, and take the next step with confidence.
💡 Quick Tip: Dial 2-1-1 anywhere in Connecticut for immediate referrals to local nonprofits, social services, food assistance, and more.
We strive to keep this directory accurate and up-to-date. However, nonprofit organizations change, merge, or close over time, and web addresses can change without notice. Always verify contact details directly with each organization. If you find an outdated listing or are a nonprofit that isn't listed and would like to be included, please reach out to us at hello@LTCareNav.com.
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Alzheimer's Association — Connecticut Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Statewide Connecticut — all 8 counties (HQ: Farmington, CT; …
24/7 helpline, care consultations, 50+ support groups statewide (Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield, New London, Litchfield, Windham, Middlesex, and Tolland counties), Walk to End Alzheimer's events (Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield County, and Eastern CT), Family Training Seminars, professional training, First Responder Training, Safe Return, advocacy, and research funding.
1-800-272-3900 | Chapter: 860-406-3040 | 10 Executive Dr #202, Farmington, CT 06032https://www.alz.org/ct
UConn Center on Aging / UConn Health Memory Assessment Program
Type: Academic Research & Clinical Care
Region: Farmington / Central Connecticut (UConn Health — statewide r…
Comprehensive memory assessments, dementia care consultations, Alzheimer's research, and clinical trials at UConn Health's Farmington campus. A key academic resource for Connecticans seeking specialized memory evaluation.
(860) 679-2000https://health.uconn.edu/aging
Yale Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC)
Type: Academic Research Center
Region: New Haven / Yale School of Medicine (statewide referrals and…
One of the nation's premier NIA-designated Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers. Conducts clinical trials, basic neuroscience research, and community education. Offers memory evaluation clinics and clinical trial enrollment for Connecticans.
(203) 764-8100https://medicine.yale.edu/neurology/adrc/
American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) — Connecticut Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Statewide Connecticut (chapter office in Hartford; support g…
Free APDA helpline, 15+ support groups across Connecticut (Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield, Middlesex, New London, Litchfield, Tolland, Windham counties), exercise programs, caregiver support, educational programs, and referrals to movement disorder specialists.
860-248-9200 | apdaparkinson.org/community/connecticuthttps://apdaparkinson.org/community/connecticut
Parkinson's Foundation — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New H…
Parkinson's Foundation Helpline, Moving Day Connecticut events (Hartford and other cities), caregiver resources, wellness programs (PF Gymnasium), research funding, and referrals to movement disorder specialists. The Hartford HealthCare Chase Family Movement Disorders Center is a Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care Center.
1-800-473-4636 | rockymountain@parkinson.orghttps://parkinson.org/newengland
Hartford HealthCare Chase Family Movement Disorders Center
Type: Academic Clinical Care (Parkinson's / Movement Disorders)
Region: Statewide Connecticut (primary sites in Hartford, Southingto…
A Parkinson's Foundation Comprehensive Care Center. Expert movement disorder neurologists, physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy, deep brain stimulation (DBS) program, support groups, and patient education throughout the Hartford HealthCare network.
(860) 696-2925 | 35 Talcottville Rd, Vernon, CThttps://hartfordhealthcare.org/services/movement-center
Torrington Area Parkinson's Support Group (TAPSG)
Type: Community Support Group (Connecticut-unique)
Region: Northwestern Connecticut (Litchfield County / Torrington; af…
Long-standing community Parkinson's support group at the Sullivan Senior Center in Torrington. Monthly educational meetings, free weekly exercise program (by physician referral), separate support groups for people with PD and care partners, and annual Walk in the Woods fundraiser at White Memorial Conservation Center.
Meetings: Sullivan Senior Center, 88 E. Albert St., Torrington | torringtonparkinsonssupportgroup.comhttps://torringtonparkinsonssupportgroup.com
ALS United CT
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Connecticut-unique)
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford-based)
Connecticut's dedicated ALS nonprofit providing free Care Manager support, equipment loans, financial assistance, support groups (Hartford and New Haven areas), advocacy, and connection to ALS multidisciplinary clinics at Yale-New Haven Hospital and Hartford Hospital. Advances state and national ALS research advocacy.
860-285-7500 | alsunitedct.orghttps://alsunitedct.org
ALS Association — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
Region: Connecticut and New England region (Boston-based; Connecticu…
24/7 ALS helpline, care coordination, research funding through Answer ALS, and clinical trial connections for Connecticut residents.
1-800-782-4747https://als.org/new-england
American Cancer Society — Connecticut
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (offices in Meriden; statewide program…
Patient navigation, Road to Recovery transportation, Hope Lodge (not in CT but referrals to Boston/New York), Look Good Feel Better, 24/7 helpline, and research funding statewide.
1-800-227-2345https://cancer.org/connecticut
Yale Cancer Center / Smilow Cancer Hospital
Type: NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center (Connecticut-unique)
Region: New Haven and statewide (9 Smilow Care Centers across CT — N…
One of the nation's 51 NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers, founded in 1971. Clinical trials, multidisciplinary tumor boards, survivorship programs, financial counseling, patient navigation, and precision oncology. Smilow's 9 Care Centers bring Yale cancer expertise across Connecticut.
866-925-3897 | 35 Park St, New Haven, CT 06519https://yalecancercenter.org
Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center — UConn Health
Type: NCI-Designated Cancer Center
Region: Farmington and statewide (UConn Health campus and affiliated…
A National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center at UConn Health. Clinical trials, comprehensive oncology, patient support, and integration with UConn's research enterprise.
(860) 679-2000https://health.uconn.edu/cancer
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (served through LLS New England chapte…
Financial assistance for blood cancer patients, First Connection peer support, Light the Night events in Connecticut, educational resources, and research funding.
1-800-955-4572https://www.bloodcancerunited.org
Susan G. Komen — Connecticut
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Breast Cancer)
Region: Statewide Connecticut
Financial assistance for breast cancer screening and treatment, patient navigation, education, Race for the Cure events, and advocacy for Connecticans.
1-877-465-6636https://komen.org/connecticut
American Heart Association — Connecticut
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford office)
Heart disease and stroke education, CPR/AED training, Go Red for Women, Heart Walk events (Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield County), blood pressure screenings, advocacy, and research funding.
1-800-242-8721 | Hartford: 860-838-8000https://heart.org/connecticut
Hospital for Special Care — Stroke Rehabilitation
Type: Specialty Rehabilitation Hospital (Connecticut-unique)
Region: New Britain / Central Connecticut (statewide referrals)
One of the nation's top-ranked long-term acute care and rehabilitation hospitals (ranked #1 in New England by U.S. News). Comprehensive stroke, TBI, pulmonary, and complex rehabilitation programs. Stroke survivor and family support services.
(860) 223-2761 | 2150 Corbin Ave, New Britain, CT 06053https://hfsc.org
National MS Society — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (served through NE chapter — Boston-ba…
MS Navigator helpline, support groups throughout Connecticut (Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield County, and Eastern CT), Walk MS events, financial assistance, educational programs, and referrals to MS specialists at Yale, UConn Health, and Hartford HealthCare.
Yale MS Center
Type: Academic MS Clinical Care
Region: New Haven / Yale-New Haven Hospital (statewide referrals)
Yale's MS specialty clinic offers comprehensive care for people living with multiple sclerosis, with access to clinical trials, disease-modifying therapies, rehabilitation, and Yale's research programs.
(203) 764-4010https://medicine.yale.edu/neurology/ms/
American Diabetes Association — Connecticut
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut
Diabetes education, advocacy, Tour de Cure Connecticut cycling event, research, and connection to local diabetes support resources.
Yale Diabetes Center
Type: Academic Diabetes Clinical Care
Region: New Haven / Yale-New Haven Hospital (statewide referrals)
Comprehensive diabetes care including Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes, continuous glucose monitoring, insulin pump programs, endocrinology, and clinical trial participation.
(203) 785-4152https://medicine.yale.edu/endo/diabetes/
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — Connecticut Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (CF care centers at Yale-New Haven Hos…
Access to accredited CF care centers, Compass Navigator for benefits assistance, financial assistance, clinical trials, and research funding.
1-800-344-4823https://cff.org/connecticut
Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) — Connecticut
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (care center at Yale-New Haven Hospita…
Equipment loans, MDA Summer Camp, care center access, research funding, and peer support for Connecticut families affected by neuromuscular diseases.
1-800-572-1717https://mda.org
Epilepsy Foundation of New England — Connecticut
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (served through New England chapter; C…
Education, support groups, Seizure Smart school programs, advocacy, medication assistance, and resource referrals for people with epilepsy statewide.
1-888-576-9996https://epilepsynewengland.org
Huntington's Disease Society of America — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (New England chapter; HDSA Center of E…
Social worker support, care management, family education, research, and HDSA Center of Excellence at Yale-New Haven for Connecticans affected by Huntington's disease.
1-800-345-HDSAhttps://hdsa.org
National Kidney Foundation — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (New England chapter — Boston-based; C…
Patient financial assistance, organ donation awareness, kidney health screenings, and education for Connecticut residents with kidney disease.
1-800-622-9010https://www.kidney.org
Brain Injury Association of Connecticut (BIAC)
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford-based)
Education, advocacy, support groups, resource navigation, and statewide referrals for brain injury survivors and families. Provides a Connecticut helpline for brain injury resources.
(860) 219-0291https://biact.org
Lupus Foundation of America — New England Chapter
Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (New England chapter)
Education, advocacy, Walk to End Lupus events in Connecticut, research funding, and support groups. Lupus is particularly prevalent in Connecticut's communities of color, especially in Hartford and New Haven.
Contact via lupus.org/new-englandhttps://lupus.org
NAMI Connecticut (Statewide)
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Wethersfield headquarters; 19+ local …
Advocacy, free programs (Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer, NAMI Basics, In Our Own Voice), HelpLine, support groups, and public policy work. Local affiliates serve Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield County, Eastern CT, Litchfield Hills, and other regions.
(860) 882-0236 | namiconnecticut.orghttps://namiconnecticut.org
NAMI Southwest Connecticut (Stamford / Fairfield County)
Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
Region: Southwestern Connecticut (Fairfield County)
Free support groups, Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer, and community outreach for Fairfield County residents affected by mental illness.
Contact via namiswct.orghttps://namiswct.org
Connecticut Alliance to Benefit Law Enforcement (CABLE) / CT Crisis Services
Type: Behavioral Health Crisis Coordination
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Mobile Crisis Intervention Team progr…
Connecticut's mobile crisis team network provides 24/7 community-based mental health crisis response as an alternative to law enforcement. Programs operate in Hartford, New Haven, Fairfield, and other counties.
Dial 2-1-1 for mobile crisis referralshttps://ctbehavioralhealth.com
Disability Rights Connecticut (DRCT)
Type: Disability Rights / Legal Advocacy
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford headquarters; Protection & A…
Free legal advocacy for Connecticans with disabilities including mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities. Investigates abuse and rights violations in hospitals, group homes, and community settings.
(860) 297-4300 | 1-800-842-7303https://disabilityrightsct.org
Connecticut Alliance for Recovery (CCAR)
Type: Peer Recovery Nonprofit (Connecticut-unique)
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford headquarters; statewide reco…
The state's primary recovery community organization. CCAR operates recovery community centers, a statewide helpline (1-800-832-2837), recovery coaching, and advocacy. CCAR pioneered the recovery coach model now used nationally.
1-800-832-2837https://ccar.us
Salvation Army — ARC & Emergency Services (Southern New England)
Type: Faith-Based (Christian) Recovery | Open to All
Region: Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, New London (Salvation Army …
Emergency financial assistance, food pantries, homeless shelters, disaster relief, Adult Rehabilitation Centers (addiction recovery), and community programs across Connecticut.
Hartford: 860-548-1820 | 855 Asylum Ave, Hartford, CT 06105https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england
Connecticut Clearinghouse / Wheeler Clinic
Type: Substance Use / Behavioral Health Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Plainville-based Wheeler Clinic; Conn…
Wheeler Clinic provides comprehensive behavioral health, substance use, child and family services, and employee assistance throughout Central Connecticut. Connecticut Clearinghouse is a statewide library and resource center on substance abuse and mental health.
Wheeler: (860) 793-3500 | CT Clearinghouse: (860) 793-9791https://wheelerclinic.org
Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR) — Helpline
Type: Peer Recovery Helpline
Region: Statewide Connecticut
Connecticut's dedicated addiction recovery helpline providing peer support, referrals to treatment, and connection to recovery coaches 24/7.
1-800-832-2837https://ccar.us
| Agency | Address / Phone | Counties Served |
|---|---|---|
| Western Connecticut AAA (WCAAA) | wcaaa.org 84 Progress Lane 2nd Fl, Waterbury 06705 | Litchfield County + western New Haven County towns 203-757-5449 | 800-994-9422 |
| Southwestern CT Agency on Aging (SWCAA) | swcaa.org 10 Middle St, Bridgeport 06604 | Fairfield County (Bridgeport, Stamford, Norwalk, Danbury and all Fairfield Co. towns) 203-814-3698 | 800-994-9422 |
| Agency on Aging of South Central CT (AOASCC) | aoascc.org 117 Washington Ave #17, North Haven 06473 | Greater New Haven & lower Naugatuck Valley (New Haven County towns incl. New Haven, Hamden, Milford, Wallingford, Meriden, West Haven) 203-785-8533 | 800-994-9422 |
| North Central Area Agency on Aging (NCAAA) | ncaaact.org 151 New Park Ave, Hartford 06106 | Hartford County + Tolland County (38-town region incl. Hartford, West Hartford, New Britain, Bristol, Enfield, Manchester, Glastonbury, Simsbury) 860-724-6443 | 800-994-9422 |
| Senior Resources — Agency on Aging Eastern CT (SRAA) | seniorresourcesec.org 19 Ohio Ave, Norwich 06360 | New London County + Middlesex County + Windham County (Eastern CT and Connecticut Shoreline — Norwich, New London, Old Saybrook, Middletown, Windham) 860-887-3561 | 800-994-9422 |
Connecticut Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Type: State Advocacy Program
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Connecticut Office of the Long-Term C…
Investigates complaints from nursing home and assisted living residents across Connecticut's 200+ long-term care facilities. Advocates for resident rights, quality of care, and helps families navigate LTC issues. Free service.
(860) 424-5200https://portal.ct.gov/LTCOP
AARP Connecticut — Caregiver Resources
Type: Nonprofit Advocacy & Support (50+)
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford State Office)
Family caregiver resource guides, AARP Caregiving Resource Line, driver safety programs, AARP Tax-Aide, and advocacy for Connecticut caregiver legislation and age-friendly community initiatives.
1-866-295-7279 (CT State Office)https://states.aarp.org/connecticut
Connecticut Legal Services / Statewide Legal Aid
Type: Legal Aid Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (offices in Bridgeport, Hartford, New …
Free civil legal assistance for low-income Connecticans including seniors 60+ (priority). Elder law, housing, benefits, domestic violence, healthcare directives, and consumer issues.
(860) 344-0380 | 1-800-453-3320https://ctlegal.org
Institute for Living / Hartford HealthCare — Senior Mental Health
Type: Senior Mental Health Services
Region: Hartford region and statewide via Hartford HealthCare networ…
The Institute for Living, founded in 1822 as one of the nation's oldest psychiatric hospitals, is now part of Hartford HealthCare. Provides geriatric psychiatry, dementia-related behavioral care, depression treatment, and specialized senior mental health programs.
(860) 545-7000 | 200 Retreat Ave, Hartford, CT 06106https://instituteofliving.org/programs-services/geriatric-services
ConnCAT / Connecticut Center for Arts and Technology — Seniors
Type: Community Nonprofit (New Haven)
Region: Greater New Haven (Dixwell / New Haven community-based)
Community programs serving New Haven seniors and youth, including food access, job training, and arts programming. Representative of the many community-based senior service organizations in Connecticut's urban centers.
(203) 691-2000https://conncat.org
Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
Type: State Government Agency
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Rocky Hill headquarters; 2 State Vete…
VA benefits counseling, state veterans programs, 2 State Veterans Homes (CT Veterans Home & Hospital in Rocky Hill, CT Veterans Home in Oxford), the Wartime Service Bonus, property tax exemptions, burial assistance, and Soldiers', Sailors' and Marines' Fund for emergency financial assistance.
860-296-0719 | 287 West St, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 | portal.ct.gov/dvahttps://portal.ct.gov/dva
VA Connecticut Healthcare System (VACHS)
Type: Federal VA Medical Center
Region: West Haven (main campus) and Newington (Errera Community Car…
Full-service VA healthcare, primary care, mental health, substance use treatment, TBI care, women veterans programs, and specialty services. The VA Connecticut system serves veterans across all 8 counties.
(203) 932-5711 | 950 Campbell Ave, West Haven, CT 06516https://www.va.gov/connecticut-health-care/
American Legion — Department of Connecticut
Type: Veterans Service Organization
Region: Statewide Connecticut (170+ posts across all 8 counties; HQ …
Veterans benefits assistance via accredited Service Officers, Soldiers' Sailors' and Marines' Fund (emergency financial assistance for wartime veterans — est. 1919), Boys/Girls State programs, scholarships, and advocacy in Hartford.
860-436-9986 | 864 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT 06114 (Service Officers) | ctlegion.orghttps://ctlegion.org
Disabled American Veterans (DAV) — Connecticut Department
Type: Veterans Advocacy Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (chapters across all 8 counties; DAV S…
Free VA benefits claims assistance, DAV Van transportation to VA facilities, advocacy for disabled Connecticut veterans, and connection to emergency financial assistance.
dav.org/connecticut | 1-800-827-1000 (VA Benefits)https://dav.org/connecticut
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) — Department of Connecticut
Type: Veterans Service Organization
Region: Statewide Connecticut (posts in Hartford, New Haven, Bridgep…
Free VA claims assistance, financial assistance for veterans in need, caregiver support, and community service programs.
Contact via vfw.org/connecticuthttps://vfw.org/connecticut
Connecticut Veterans Legal Center
Type: Veterans Legal Aid Nonprofit (Connecticut-unique)
Region: Statewide Connecticut (West Haven / VACHS-based; statewide o…
Free legal services to veterans experiencing homelessness, poverty, or reentry challenges. Provides legal representation on discharge upgrades, benefits appeals, housing, and other civil legal issues. One of Connecticut's key veteran-specific legal nonprofits.
(203) 932-5711 ext. 4250https://ctveteranslegal.org
Jewish Family Services of Greater Hartford (JFS Hartford)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All — Founded 1912
Region: Greater Hartford area (West Hartford and Hartford offices; s…
One of Connecticut's oldest and most respected social service agencies, founded 1912. Licensed mental health counseling for all ages, older adult services (senior counseling, caregiver support, in-home assistance), refugee resettlement, Holocaust survivor services, emergency financial assistance, and community programs. Non-sectarian — serves all regardless of race, religion, or background.
(860) 236-1927 | 333 Bloomfield Ave #2, West Hartford, CT 06117https://jfshartford.org
Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven (JFS New Haven)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Greater New Haven area (New Haven headquarters; serving New …
Mental health counseling, older adult services, food pantry and nutrition assistance, refugee services, adoption, and community support. Serves all regardless of faith. Nutritional Health Center and food pantry are especially significant for New Haven area seniors and families in need.
(203) 389-5599 | 1440 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06515https://jfsnh.org
Jewish Family Service of Connecticut (JFS CT — Fairfield County)
Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
Region: Fairfield County (Fairfield headquarters; adoption and couns…
Mental health counseling, adoption services (full-service adoption agency), older adult support, and family services. Professionally led LCSW and LPC team. Open to all regardless of faith.
(203) 366-5438 | 222 Post Rd 2nd Fl, Fairfield, CT 06824https://jfsct.org
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Hartford (CCAOH)
Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All — Founded 1931
Region: Statewide Connecticut — all 8 counties (offices in Hartford,…
One of Connecticut's largest human services agencies. Services: behavioral and mental health counseling (Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic — Hartford), immigration legal services, refugee resettlement (one of the largest in New England), emergency food and financial assistance, domestic violence services (VOCA), Institute for the Hispanic Family (bilingual services, 45 Wadsworth St., Hartford), and elder services. Serves all regardless of faith.
Hartford: 860-524-6853 | New Haven: 203-777-6771 | 45 Wadsworth St., Hartford, CT 06106https://ccaoh.org
Lutheran Social Services of New England (LSSNE)
Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Open to All
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Boston-based; CT offices and partners…
Refugee resettlement and integration, immigration services, family support, and community programs for New England residents including Connecticans. Open to all regardless of faith.
Contact via lssne.orghttps://lssne.org
The Salvation Army — Southern New England Division
Type: Faith-Based (Christian) | Open to All
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, Wate…
Emergency financial assistance, food pantries, homeless shelters, disaster relief, Angel Tree holiday program, adult rehabilitation services, and senior programs across Connecticut. The Southern New England Division is headquartered in Hartford.
Hartford: 860-548-1820 | 855 Asylum Ave, Hartford, CT 06105https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/southern-new-england
Connecticut Food Bank / Foodshare (Greater Hartford & Springfield)
Type: Nonprofit Food Security
Region: Statewide Connecticut (two major hunger relief organizations…
Connecticut Food Bank (East Haven) and Foodshare (Hartford) together form the backbone of Connecticut's emergency food system, distributing food to 1,000+ partner agencies including food pantries, soup kitchens, senior nutrition sites, and shelters.
CT Food Bank: 203-469-5000 | Foodshare: 860-286-9999 | Dial 2-1-1https://www.actionagainsthunger.org/take-action/make-a-gift/?utm_medium=paid+search&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=performance_max&utm_adgroup=performance_max&utm_term=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20546290717&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpv7NBhCzARIsADkIfWxdQQqGgU3oeBVfmQYe979xaQNPySwps4Qz8g-kEg0fD3hQqX5EA0caAqaAEALw_wcB
United Way of Connecticut / 2-1-1 Connecticut
Type: Community Nonprofit Network | Open to All
Region: Statewide Connecticut (major United Ways in Hartford, New Ha…
2-1-1 Connecticut provides 24/7 referrals to food, housing, health care, caregiver support, mental health, and emergency assistance across all 8 counties in multiple languages.
Dial 2-1-1 | 211ct.orghttps://211ct.org
Council of Churches of Greater Hartford / Loaves & Fishes
Type: Faith-Based Ecumenical Network
Region: Greater Hartford area and statewide
Emergency food programs including the Loaves & Fishes Soup Kitchen, a historically significant Greater Hartford emergency food ministry. Represents the broader ecumenical social service network across Connecticut.
(860) 236-1295https://cccgh.org
The Arc of Connecticut
Type: Disability Services Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford headquarters; 15+ local Arc …
Advocacy, support, and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families across Connecticut's statewide and county-based chapters.
(860) 246-6400https://thearcct.org
Connecticut DDS — Statewide Regional Developmental Services
Type: State I/DD Service System
Region: Statewide Connecticut (5 regional offices: North, East, Sout…
Connecticut's Department of Developmental Services (DDS) provides lifelong supports for approximately 40,000 Connecticans with I/DD including autism, cerebral palsy, and intellectual disabilities. Regional offices coordinate residential, employment, day program, and family support services.
(860) 418-6000 | portal.ct.gov/ddshttps://portal.ct.gov/dds
Autism Society of Connecticut (ASCT)
Type: Disability / Autism Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut
Education, advocacy, support groups, resource navigation, and community events for individuals with autism and their families across Connecticut.
(860) 288-0050https://autismct.com
Connecticut Association for Human Services (CAHS)
Type: Policy / Anti-Poverty Nonprofit
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford-based)
Advocates for policies that reduce poverty and improve human services for Connecticut families, children, and older adults. Provides research, policy analysis, and advocacy.
(860) 560-5600https://cahs-ct.org
Connecticut Health Foundation
Type: Statewide Health Funder
Region: Statewide Connecticut (Hartford-based)
Funds health equity and access initiatives across Connecticut, including mental health, chronic disease prevention, and older adult health. Grants to community nonprofits improving health outcomes for underserved Connecticans.
(860) 724-1580https://cthealth.org
211 Connecticut (United Way of Connecticut)
Type: Social Services Referral
Region: Statewide Connecticut — all 8 counties and 169 towns
Free 24/7 referral service for food, housing, health care, caregiver resources, mental health, substance use, disaster assistance, and more. One of the most comprehensive 2-1-1 systems in New England.
Dial 2-1-1 | 211ct.orghttps://211ct.org
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