Community Resources
“Alone we go fast, together we go far.”
-African Proverb
The resources and support available in your community will astound you. Behind every door you think is closed is a knowledgeable, helpful professional waiting to assist your family in whatever stage of life you are in.
The goal is to meet you where you are today to get you to where you can be tomorrow.
But you need to take the first step. Explore these important local resources by selecting the link below.
Community Resources
To learn about the community resources near you, go to https://www.211ct.org/ or call the information referral service at 211.
Pregnancy & Child Support
To learn more about resources related to pregnancy support, childcare, child development, caregiving, parenting, children with special health care needs, in-home support and other children’s issues, go to https://cdi.211ct.org/ or call 1-800-505-7000.
Food Resources
Food resources: https://www.211ct.org/ or for information about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) https://portal.ct.gov/dss/SNAP/Supplemental-Nutrition-Assistance-Program---SNAP
Rental Assistance
CT Rental Assistance Program: https://portal.ct.gov/DOH/DOH/Programs/Rental-Assistance-Program
Victim Services
Office of Victim Services: 1-800-822-8428
Domestic Violence
Neighborhood Victim Advocacy Program
Family Centered Services of CT, Inc.
203-624-2600 x206
HOPE Family Justice Center
203-800-7204
Emotional Support
Call Reach Out Connecticut at
1-844-TALK-4CT or text "CTTALK" to 30241
Gay & Lesbian Support
Gay & Lesbian National Hotline (GLNH)
888-843-4564
National Gay & Lesbian Youth Hotline
800-347-8336
Suicide Prevention
Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Sexual Assault
National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN):
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Family Centered Services of CT works in partnership with the following organizations:
City of New Haven Health Department
(203) 946-6999
https://www.newhavenct.gov/gov/depts/health/default.htm