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2/6/23-Check out this website called CTHires. It is a great resource for job searches.

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CTHires - Complete set of employment tools for job seekers in Connecticut. Search jobs, create résumés, find education and training. Employers can find candidates, post jobs, search labor market information.

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1/25/23- For those of you that are interested in attending a 4-year college, 2-year college, or technical/vocational school. Check out these scholarship opportunities from the American Savings Foundation.

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The Robert T. Kenney Scholarship is the largest independent college scholarship program from a single source of funds in Connecticut. Each year nearly 400 Robert T. Kenney Scholars attend community colleges, 4-year institutions, and technical or vocational programs in Connecticut and beyond.
Scholarship Information

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1/13/23-Here is a link to the New Britain Cares Website. It has links and contact information for many different services that are offered here in New Britain.

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1/11/23-Here is a link for some job opportunities offered through the Friendship Center.

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Career Opportunities - The Friendship Center

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Executive Office Administrator- Marketing Associate Cook Shelter Manager Supportive Housing Case Manager Hope Connection Center Diversion Specialist Please send your resume to HR@fsc-ct.org.

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12/15/22-Click on this link to order free COVID-19 home tests.

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Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order an additional 4 free at-⁠home tests beginning November 20. If you did not order tests this fall, you may place two orders for a total of 8 tests.

Your order of COVID tests is completely free - you won't even pay for shipping.

Order Free At-Home Tests

Need help placing an order for your at-⁠home tests?
Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489).

The U.S. government will continue to make COVID-⁠19 tests available to uninsured individuals and underserved communities through existing outreach programs. Please contact a HRSA-funded health center or Increasing Community Access to Testing (ICATT) location near you to learn how to access low- or no-cost COVID-⁠19 tests provided by the federal government.

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Every U.S. household is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests.

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12/5/22-Here is another way for you to meet with a doctor/ medical professional. It can sometimes save a trip to the office. Find out more information on Telehealth through this link.

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Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Wondering how to get started with telehealth? Check out the information below to better understand your options for virtual doctor's visits.

What is telehealth?

What is telehealth, what types of conditions can be treated with telehealth, and what to expect during a virtual doctor's visit.

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Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Wondering how to get started with telehealth? Check out the information below to better understand your options for virtual doctor's visits. What is telehealth?

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12/5/22-Here is a job opportunity from Dynamic Homecare, there are part-time and full-time opportunities available.

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12/5/22-Here is a list of various resources that are located here in New Britain

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12/5/22-Here is a link that explains the different training opportunities here in Connecticut. There is an opportunity to create an account and receive alerts based on a specific area you are interested in.

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Get the skills and training needed for high-demand, high-quality careers right here in Connecticut.

CareerConneCT is for everyone. Whether you're looking to get back into the workforce, advance your career, start a new career, or get your first job. CareerConneCT offers skilling, reskilling, and upskilling in growing industries. Depending upon your needs and interests, you can participate in certificate training programs and earn industry-recognized credentials in as little as 5 to 12 weeks and get connected to employers ready to hire you right away!

To get started, you will need to complete 3 simple steps:

1. Create an account on the CareerConneCT portal and complete the intake form

2. Complete a brief skills inventory

3. Work with your assigned CareerConneCT coach to enroll in a training program that is right for you

If eligible, all training programs are at no cost and provide supportive services such as childcare, transportation, and technology. See Eligibility Information

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Get the skills and training needed for high-demand, high-quality careers right here in Connecticut. CareerConneCT is for everyone. Whether you're looking to get back into the workforce, advance your career, start a new career, or get your first job. CareerConneCT offers skilling, reskilling, and upskilling in growing industries.

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12/5/22-Here is a website that helps you search for careers as well as a brief career survey that may help you identify possible areas of interest.

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Tools, quizzes and videos designed to help you explore career possibilities.

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12/5/22-Here is a website that can assist you in researching careers that you may be interested in.

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Career Exploration, Gap Year, Volunteer, Summer Programs

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Career Exploration - Gap Year Programs, Volunteer Opportunities, Summer Programs, Apprenticeship Programs and Internships for High School and College Students.

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12/5/22-Here is a link that will help you research colleges that you are interested in attending.

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College Search - BigFuture | College Board

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Use College Search to find the right college for you. Search over 3,000 colleges by location, major, type, and more.

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12/5/22-Here is a list of the scholarships available for December 2022.

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12/5/22-Here is a link that explains the PACT Program and its requirements that Connecticut State University offers that allows first time college students the opportunity to attend college for free.

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PACT is "last-dollar funding, meaning it covers the gap between the federal and state grants you receive (Pell and Roberta Willis grants), and the cost of attending community college (tuition and mandatory fees). In order to receive PACT funding, go through the normal process of applying, registering for classes (12+ credits), and filling out the FAFSA. Entry into the program will continue to be accepted on a first-come first-serve basis.

PLEASE NOTE:
PACT is continuing for the spring 2020 semester, but funding for new students is extremely limited. To qualify for a PACT scholarship, students must apply and register by Tuesday, November 24, 2020, 11:59pm.

How do I Qualify?

Be a Connecticut High School Graduate

GED and home schooled students qualify

Be a first-time college student

Fill out

FAFSAFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is used to package federal, state and often institutional aid

and accept all awards

Attend community college full-time (12+ credits/semester)

Participate in a degree or credit-bearing certificate program

Once Enrolled, remain in good academic standing

Get Started

Select a College

Apply Online

Fill out

FAFSAFree Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is used to package federal, state and often institutional aid

Register by Tues, Nov 24, 2020

Students must apply and register for 12+ credits by Tues, Nov 24, 2020, 11:59pm for consideration

Good academic standing

Once Enrolled, remain in good academic standing

Why PACT?

PACT is our Pledge to Advance Connecticut through a unified, consistent community college system that is accessible, inclusive, and affordable-while maintaining excellence in education. We invite Connecticut residents to gain a degree or certificate towards reaching full potential, and creating a future filled with opportunity and achievement. An investment in education pays off not only for individuals, but for our state as a whole.

PACT is our pledge to support the state's advancement - with productive citizens and skilled workers who can fill the many jobs developed by our innovative business community. PACT is our pledge to advance the unity of our communities, working together to ensure Connecticut maintains its competitive edge; holding high standards and strengthening its entrepreneurial, innovative, and inventive spirit.
PACT Manual (pdf) PACT Appeal Form (pdf)

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Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education

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PACT - Connecticut's Free Community College Program

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Connecticut community colleges are making it possible for all Connecticut residents who qualify to achieve a degree or certificate regardless of their ability to pay, and without taking on debt. PACT will launch in early 2020, to support students who are entering the Fall 2020 semester.

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12/5/22-Here is a guide and some tips on how to fill out the FAFSA to receive some Financial Aid when you are applying to colleges.

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To apply for most financial aid─including federal and state student grants, work-study, and loans─you'll need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). Although this financial aid form may seem complex, you'll find many free resources to help you.

Where to Find the FAFSA

The FAFSA is available online at studentaid.gov. If you need a paper copy, download a PDF at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. You can also call 800-433-3243.

Complete the FAFSA online. Complete, submit, and update your application online. It's the easiest way to fill out the FAFSA and apply for federal aid.

Before You Apply

Complete income tax returns. When completing your FAFSA, you and your family will be able to use your most recent completed tax returns. (For example, when completing your FAFSA early in fall 2022, you'll use your 2021 tax returns.) On the FAFSA, you can transfer your income data directly from the IRS, making it easier to accurately complete the FAFSA.

Be sure to complete your FAFSA soon after it becomes available on Oct. 1. Filling out your FAFSA as early as possible can help you get a jump on other financial aid applications (state or institutional aid) that may have early deadlines. It also will give you more information earlier about the financial aid you qualify for and help you make an informed decision about which college is the best financial fit for you.

Create an FSA ID. Before you start your FAFSA, you'll need to create a user ID and password. The FSA ID will be your login for all federal student aid websites. You'll need to provide your own email address and password. (Parents will create their own account using a different email address and password). Set up your user ID and password before you start your FAFSA. Learn how to create an FSA ID.

Collect documents. See a list of the documents you need to get started.

Completing the Application

Use following tips to make it easier to complete the FAFSA.

Reminders and Resources

Oct. 1 is the first day you can file the FAFSA. File as close to this date as possible. College, state, and private aid deadlines may be much earlier than federal deadlines. Pay attention to your colleges' priority financial aid deadlines. It's a good idea to file your FAFSA as early as possible. That way you can get a jump on other financial aid applications (state or institutional aid) that might have earlier deadlines.

Go to the free government website Completing the FAFSA. It has a detailed question-by-question guide to filling out the FAFSA.

Get more free help at studentaid.gov.

The IRS Data Retrieval Tool

Save time and effort by using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool. It will transfer your income tax data directly from the IRS to your FAFSA.

The FAFSA will ask you a series of questions to determine if you're eligible to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool. If you're eligible and choose to do so, you'll be transferred from the FAFSA to the IRS website, which will guide you through the transfer of your tax information. When you're done, you'll be sent back to your FAFSA. You don't have to use this too, but it's advisable to do so. If you have to complete the FAFSA using estimated income tax information, you can always return to the FAFSA at a later date to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool once you've filed your tax forms.

What Happens After You Apply

Once you submit the FAFSA, your family's financial information will be processed, and your information will be shared with the colleges you listed on the form.

The Student Aid Report (SAR)

After your information is processed, you'll receive a SAR that contains the data you entered on the FAFSA. If you entered an email address on the FAFSA, you'll receive an email letting you know your SAR is ready to review on studentaid.gov. If you didn't enter an email on the FAFSA, you'll receive a SAR via postal mail. You can also find it online at studentaid.gov.

Review the SAR carefully for errors (the form highlights items that may need attention). Follow directions for making and submitting corrections. Submit corrections promptly so your colleges have the most up-to-date information.

Expected Family Contribution (EFC)

On the front page of the SAR, you'll find a figure called the expected family contribution (EFC). Your EFC is an indicator of your family's financial strength. It's sent to your state scholarship agency as well as to the colleges you listed on the FAFSA. They use this number to determine your financial aid award. Learn more about the EFC.

Other Financial Aid Forms

After you complete the FAFSA, make sure you submit any additional financial aid forms your colleges require. For example, some colleges require you to submit the CSS Profile or their own forms.

Help with the FAFSA

If you have questions about the FAFSA or federal financial aid for students in general, you can live chat, email, or call. Find contact information for the Federal Student Aid Information Center here.

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12/5/22-All the Community Colleges in Connecticut have merged to become Connecticut State Community College. This means that if you apply to one school you are able to take classes at all different campuses. Here is a list of the programs that are offered.

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This list is based on the state database of licensed and accredited academic programs, but modifications have been made to make it consumer-friendly. It should not be used for the purposes of official reporting or tabulation of licensed and accredited programs. This list of academic programs includes only approved degree and certificate programs; it does not include concentrations, options, specializations, tracks, or other subdivisions of academic programs. It also does not include teacher preparation certificate programs recognized by the state, although such tracks may be present in degree and certificate programs in the list. Programs that have been recognized as phasing out or terminated are not included in this list.

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12/5/22- Here is a list of some of the trade schools that are here in Connecticut. There are links to their websites and a quick overview of what they offer.

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This page compiles information about the best trade schools in Connecticut.

This list aims to help prospective students decide where is the best place to learn a new trade.

This page also includes essential information about the schools and their programs, such as costs, duration, accreditation and more.

Connecticut trade schools offer high-quality hands-on training in various high-demand industries:

Massage therapy

Dental Assisting

Automotive Technology

Cosmetics

Real Estate

and more

There are many great options out there so we invite you to read this article and, depending on your skills and interests, decide where you want to start building a successful career.

Trade Schools by City

1American Institute Inovative Career Education

American Institute offers a uniquely American approach to career training.

The Institute opened its doors to its first class of business students in 1924.

It was then known as Hartford Secretarial School.

Since then, thousands of students have graduated and have built careers in the world of business, legal, allied healthcare, diagnostic medical sonography, and information technology.

The American Institute locations in West Hartford is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

Enrollment. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

For Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs, students must also have an official transcript of either a Bachelor's Degree in any major or an Associate's Degree from an allied health patient care related program including a clinic internship/externship.

A personal interview will also take place on campus.

There are also other program-specific admissions requirements.

Fees. Registration fee is $25. Tuition fees are between $12,995 and $32,995, depending on the program.

Courses offered:

Administrative Office Professional

Dental Assisting

Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound)

ESL- English as a Second Language

Massage Therapy

Medical Assisting

Medical Coding and Billing

Contact information:

2Lincoln Tech

Lincoln Tech East Windsor campus is the largest provider of welders in Connecticut, and one of the state's largest providers of HVAC graduates.

With housing options available, students can come from anywhere in the country to train in the Institute's HVAC facilities, electrical labs, manufacturing center, and auto, diesel, and collision bays.

Lincoln Tech has 2 other campuses in Connecticut: in New Britain and Shelton.

Lincoln Tech is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

Fees. Tuition fees are between $8,004 and $39,314, depending on the program. The prices include a $100 registration fee.

Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

Courses offered:

East Windsor Campus:

Automotive Technology

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining and Manufacturing Technology

Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology

Diesel and Truck Technology

Electrical and Renewable Energy Technology

HVAC

Welding & Metal Fabrication

New Britain Campus:

Electrical and Renewable Energy Technology

HVAC

Practical Nursing

Medical Assistant

Patient Care Associate

Lincoln Culinary Institute in Shelton

Culinary Arts and Food Services

International Baking and Pastry

Contact information:

3NETTTS CDL License Training School

New England Tractor Trailer Training School offers CDL license training at two locations in Connecticut: in Somers and in Bridgeport

NETTTS has been operational since 1965 and trains students from across Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Southern New Hampshire.

The school also offers HVACR Technology Training at North Andover and Pawtucket, RI campuses.

Students have flexible scheduling options.

The truck driving courses at NETTTS offers students both classroom and on-the-road training and includes safety procedures. School instructors come from the industry and have years of behind-the-wheel experience.

The school's goal is that students feel ready and prepared for the state CDL exam upon graduation.

Fees. Training fees vary depending on the program.

NETTTS has a full-time professional financial aid department with staff dedicated to helping students develop a plan for paying their tuition.

Courses offered:

Class A CDL Training Programs

Class B CDL Training Programs

HVAC training

Safety Training for Companies

Contact information:

The Bridgeport campus is located at 510 Barnum Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06608

Phone: (203) 416-1935 / (800) 542-0009

The Somers campus is located at 32 Field Road, Somers, CT 06071

Phone: (860) 749-0711 / (800) 243-3544

Website: https://nettts.com

4TIGI Hairdressing Academy

TIGI Hairdressing Academy offers a comprehensive, progressive education to students interested in hairdressing and cosmetology careers.

The Academy is powered by TONI&GUY Education.

The school is fully accredited, and state-approved.

New classes begin the first of each month.

TIGI Hairdressing Academy provides State Board Exam training so that when graduates are prepared to pass with confidence and to become a licensed cosmetologist.

TIGI Hairdressing Academy is approved by the State of Connecticut Dept. of Health.

The Academy is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences.

TIGI Hairdressing Academy is also approved by the United States Department of Education.

Enrollment. The school requires proof of age, demonstrating that the applicant is at least 16 years old.

Applicants also must provide a copy of a high school diploma or G.E.D.

All applicants are given a personal interview

Fees. Total tuition is $21,500. This includes a $50 application fee and a $200 enrollment fee. TIGI Creative School is also offering federal student financial aid for students who qualify.

Contact information:

5The Connecticut Real Estate Institute

The Connecticut Real Estate Institute, Inc. has specialized in career training for over 40 years.

The Institute offers training for those who want to build a career in the real estate business.

The school is recognized by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection, Real Estate Division to teach the minimum standards as set forth by the Connecticut Real Estate Commission.

Classes are taught by seasoned real estate and banking professionals.

Enrollment. Applicants can register to a real estate course by filing an application that can be downloaded from the school's website.

Fees. Tuition for the Real Estate Principles & Practices is $445. Textbooks cost an additional $50.

Real Estate Exam Prep Courses are between $30 and $109, depending on the number of hours. Three other financing options are available.

Courses offered:

Real Estate Principles & Practices (60 Hours)

Real Estate Finance (30 Hours)

Real Estate Exam Prep Course

Online Real-Estate Continuing Education Courses

Contact information

6Northeast Helicopters Flight Services

Northeast Helicopters Flight Services is the oldest and one of the most reputable helicopter schools in the United States.

The school offers flight training for all FAA certificates and ratings under Part 141 of the FAA.

The school has provided training for International Students from 29 different countries.

The owner, John Boulette is a former student with over 34 years in the helicopter industry.

He is an FAA Certified Airframe and Power Plant mechanic with Inspection Authorization privileges and is actively involved in day-to-day operations.

The Professional Pilot Training Program (Pro-Trac) program meets all FAA standards and minimums.

This intensive course is tailored around the scheduling needs of students, who work one-on-one with their instructors.

Fees. Prices are between $2,495 and $75,030, depending on the course.

Actual course duration and the total cost will vary upon the student's proficiency with flight training and ground school. Career training loans are also available.

Courses offered:

Private Pilot Course

Commercial Pilot Course

Instrument Pilot Course

Flight Instructor Course

Instrument Flight Instructor Course

Contact information:

7Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking

The Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking provides a wide range of hands-on woodworking classes for men and women of all skill levels.

The school offers one or two-day weekend classes, series classes that meet one or two nights per week for 4 to 12 weeks, week-long intensive classes and more.

The Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking teaches the effective use of hand tools and machine tools.

Fees. Tuition is between $125 and $1000. Materials cost an additional $59 to $1,495, depending on the class.

Enrollment. Students must be at least 18 years old.

Registration for classes can be done by telephone, in person, or by downloading and printing a registration form on their website and sending it with a personal check.

As most classes fill up quickly, it is best to call or e-mail first and ask about availability.

Courses offered:

Fundamentals of Furniture-Making

Woodworking I

Woodworking II

Woodworking III

Five-week Woodworking Intensive

Fundamentals of Cabinet Making

Woodturning

Professional Furniture Finishing Techniques

Specialty and Weekend Classes

Week-long Classes

Contact information:

8Connecticut School of Broadcasting

Connecticut School of Broadcasting offers broadcasting and web development classes.

The school has two campuses in Connecticut: one in Stratford and one in Farmington.

The school aims to help students switch from their current career path to the exciting world of audio/video production, sports broadcasting, television, and radio/podcasting.

Connecticut School of Broadcasting provides hands-on training.

From the first day of classes, students will be working with the same equipment and software used by the professionals working in the industry.

Class size is kept small so that instructors can give each student personalized attention.

Students are trained for a career in months.

School instructors work in the industry as broadcast or coding professionals.

School staff helps graduates prepare a demo, polish their resume, and get ready for job interviews.

Fees. Tuition costs vary depending on the program.

Courses offered:

Broadcast Media Program:

Audio/Video Production

Television

Radio

Sports Broadcasting

Web Developer Program

Contact information:

The Farmington campus is located at 130 Birdseye Road, Farmington, CT 06032

The Stratford campus is located at 80 Ferry Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615

9The Institute of Aesthetic Arts & Sciences

The Institute of Aesthetic Arts & Sciences is a leader in Aesthetics instruction, incorporating both theory and practical application.

The 20-week program provides intensive one-on-one training encompassing clinical studies, techniques, and hands-on experience.

Students work in a supervised environment directly with the public.

The school curriculum includes many topics: from anatomy and bacteriology to mask therapy and professional make-up techniques. Graduates will have sufficient knowledge to be employed and feel confident working as professional aestheticians.

Enrollment. Applicants must be at least 17 years of age.

Prospective students must hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Applicants must also mail to the Institute a letter of recommendation from a working professional who is not a relative.

An interview must be scheduled with the Admissions Office.

Fees. The application fee is $20. School tuition is expected to be paid in full by the first day of class unless other arrangements have been made.

Prospective students can learn more about fees by contacting IAAS.

Contact information:

10Cortiva Institute Massage Therapy School

Cortiva Institute provides high-quality, comprehensive training programs that prepare graduates for successful careers in massage therapy, skincare, and related health and wellness fields.

The institute has campuses in 5 US states: Connecticut, Maryland, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

The Connecticut campus, located in Cromwell, provides a 900-hour Professional Massage Therapy Program.

The program prepares students to become successful in practicing massage therapy.

Students learn both therapeutic and clinical techniques.

The school offers practical prep for the Massage & Bodywork exam needed for massage therapy certification and licensing.

The Connecticut Center for Massage Therapy (CCMT) is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation.

CCMT is approved by the Connecticut Commissioner of Higher Education as a private occupational school.

The Institute is offering automatic student membership in ABMP, the largest massage therapy association in the U.S.

Fees. Total tuition cost is $19,401.80 if the program is completed within normal time. This includes a $50 registration fee and books and supplies cost.

Cromwell Institute offers financial aid for those who qualify.

Courses offered:

Professional Massage Therapy Program

Contact information:

Whether you want to become a massage therapist, a dental assistant or a professional helicopter pilot, Connecticut schools offer you a variety of training programs that can help you start a rewarding career in a matter of months.

All you have to do is decide what is your dream job, commit to putting the effort in, and start searching for the institution that is best suited to your educational needs.

Before deciding which trade school is the right place for you, make sure the institution is trustworthy and the classes are accredited by the government institutes.

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4/22/21 - If you plan to attend a college next year & need assistance completing the financial aid application, CONNTAC EOC. is available to help.

Erica Coleman, Lead Educational Counselor, for CONNTAC, works in partnership with Adult Education and is available for virtual and in-person meetings to assist you.

Please contact her at (860)785-5912 or tx-ecoleman@tunxis.edu

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12/7/22-Here is a website that lists various jobs that are currently available around New Britain, check it out!

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Community Kitchen

Our soup kitchen at 241 Arch Street in New Britain provides lunch 11:45 a.m. to12:45 p.m., Monday through Friday to anyone in need; and three meals per day, seven days per week, to shelter residents and former residents. Staff and volunteers ensure that guests are served in a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.
Emergency shelter and community kitchen are funded primarily by individual donors, arera congregations, civic organizations, special events and government, foundation
Emergency Shelter

Residents of our 37-bed emergency shelter for men, women and children receive three meals per day and have use of laundry facilities. Each resident works with a service coordinator to develop a case action plan that may include: counseling, crisis intervention, goal setting, housing assistance and referrals services; e.g., substance abuse treatment, education, job training, child care or a combination thereof.

Transitional Living Center

This is a six- to 24-month program for 15 single, homeless adults. Each participant is provided a room, case management and an individualized case action plan. The program serves people with mental health and substance abuse issues as well as education and employment challenges. The focus is the learning of life skills - the structure and support essential for independent living. Five rooms are for veterans.
Funding provided by the Department of Social Services and HUD since 1992
Emergency Needs Homeless Prevention Ministry

This program works to prevent homelessness through financial assistance and referrals. It can offer temporary cash assistance for housing, utilities, medication, clothing, transportation, education and other basic needs. Services often provide a hand up to those who face health and employment hardships or have fallen between the cracks of the social service system.
Funded primarily by individual donors, area congregations, civic organizations, foundation and corporate grants and special events.

PATH Homeless Outreach

PATH staff reach out to chronically homeless people who are living in abandoned buildings, doorways, parks, makeshift tents, shacks or under bridges. Most have burned their bridges and are either underserved or without support. Once a PATH connection is made, work begins to bring the person "inside" so that medical and other issues that have prevented them from seeking help can be addressed. PATH (Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness) was originally funded in 2002 by a grant from the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

PEAK Housing (scattered site)

This program provides homeless, disabled adults and their families with certificates to live in 35 apartments scattered throughout the New Britain area. PEAK pays the landlord rent and participants pay a fee based on their family income. PEAK staff facilitate communications between client-tenant and landlord so that needs of both are met and the client has the best possible opportunity for successful independent living in the community. Funded through the US Department of Housing & Urban Development

Arch Street Housing (project based)

Arch Street Housing is a community of once-homeless individuals and families who have overcome tremendous challenges toward the goal of living independently in apartments of their own. The combination of a permanent home with built-in case management services is a proven formula for supporting homeless people as they attain and maintain their dreams. Arch Street Housing consists of 21 one- two- and three- bedroom apartments at 59 and 85 Arch Street in New Britain.
Initial funding for Arch Street Housing was a private/public partnership made possible by a community capital campaign and Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA). Ongoing support services are funded by the Connecticut Department of Housing and Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Home At Last Housing (scattered site)

The Home at Last (HAL) program provides 10 chronically homeless, disabled adults with certificates to live in apartments scattered throughout the New Britain area. These individuals have substance abuse and/or physical or mental disabilities making them the most vulnerable of the homeless population. Built in case management services provide support to ensure they remain in stable housing as they work towards successful independent living. Funded through the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and the Department of Housing (DOH).

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Basic Needs: Food and Shelter Community Kitchen Our soup kitchen at 241 Arch Street in New Britain provides lunch 11:45 a.m. to12:45 p.m., Monday through Friday to anyone in need; and three meals per day, seven days per week, to shelter residents and former residents. Staff and volunteers ensure that ...

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10/26/21-Looking for a COVID-19 testing site near you? Use the link below to access the 211 website to search for available sites.

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Overview
Additional SNAP benefits coming February 18 to 117,000 Connecticut households
The Connecticut Department of Social Services today announced that it will provide $19 million in Emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance (SNAP) benefits to more than half of Connecticut's SNAP-eligible households on Thursday, February 18. The benefits add to the more than $197.4 million in emergency benefits that have been disbursed since the start of the pandemic ten months ago.

Authorized by the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act of 2020, the extra food benefits will go to approximately 117,000 households that are not currently receiving the maximum benefits allowed for their household size. This means that all households enrolled in SNAP will receive the maximum food benefit allowable for their household size, even if they are not usually eligible for the maximum benefit.

Specifically:

Approximately 117,000 of 215,623 SNAP-participating households statewide will receive the emergency benefits in February.

With this additional $19 million allocation by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service, emergency benefits are totaling over $216.4 million in additional SNAP assistance statewide during April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December 2020; and January and February 2021, with commensurate spending in the food economy.

The average emergency benefit amount a household will see on its electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card on February 18 is $155.77.

All participating households also received their normal SNAP benefits, including the previously announced 15 percent increase from the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 on the first three days of each month they normally do, according to last name.

If a household is granted regular SNAP benefits on or after February 18 and is also eligible for the emergency supplemental benefits, the latter benefits will be added to the EBT card on a Friday, depending on the date of granting.

As outlined in President Biden's January 22, 2021, executive order, the USDA is considering new guidance that would allow states to increase SNAP emergency benefit allocations for those households currently not eligible to receive it. Until this guidance is received, the state is only able to provide emergency benefits to those households not currently receiving the maximum benefit for their household size.

Emergency benefits allowed the household's SNAP benefit to increase to the maximum allotment for a household of that size as follows:

Each additional person: add $176

For example, if a household of two normally received $330 of SNAP benefits in February, $100 would bring this household up to the maximum benefit for its size. This household will receive a $100 emergency benefit on February 18.

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UPDATED! December 23, 2020 Expansion of online purchasing of food with SNAP benefits; ALDI joins Amazon, Walmart and ShopRite--The Department of Social Services (DSS) is pleased to announce the expansion of its Online Purchasing Pilot to include 27 ALDI stores throughout Connecticut, in partnership with online grocery platform Instacart. As part of this new program, DSS SNAP participants in Connecticut will be able to shop from ALDI via the Instacart online site and mobile app.

Once an Instacart customer profile is created at www.instacart.com or on the Instacart mobile app, customers can enter their EBT food card information as a form of payment in their profile. SNAP enrollees will be able to place food orders online by using the identifying numbers on their EBT cards and individually selected PINs.

Customers can then enter their zip code to determine if they are near a participating ALDI store, and begin shopping and selecting items from ALDI's EBT SNAP-eligible products. Once items are added to their cart, customers will be able to select how much of their benefits they would like to allocate to the order.

ALDI delivery and pickup via Instacart will be available daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Orders for delivery and pickup can be placed by customers for to be receivedas quickly as within an hour, or scheduled for days in advance.

ALDI's delivery service via Instacart now joins three other food retailers- Amazon, Walmart and ShopRite--to offer online purchasing of food with SNAP benefits in Connecticut.

Retailers now approved for online SNAP purchasing are 27 ALDI Stores in Connecticut (pleasefor list); A mazon, including Amazon Pantry and Amazon Fresh; 12 Walmart stores (please for list); and Wakefern Food Corp., with 21 participating ShopRite stores (please for list).

Online contact points are www.instacart.com/help/section/360009947632; www.amazon.com/snap-ebt; www.walmart.com/grocery; and https://shoprite.com/Store-Locator
For FAQ, please click here.
Please note: only SNAP benefits on EBT cards can be used for online purchases. At this time, cash assistance benefits on EBT cards cannot be used for any part of online shopping, including shipping, delivery or service fees. Customers will need a secondary form of payment for non-food items, such as taxes, tips and fees, per federal SNAP guidelines.

While federal rules do not allow any SNAP benefits to be used for shipping, delivery or service fees, some food retailers may choose to waive fees, if applicable. To help subsidize costs for EBT SNAP beneficiaries, during a 90-day period starting December 16, 2020, Instacart (representing ALDI) will w aive delivery and/or pickup fees on up to the first three EBT SNAP orders for each customer with a valid EBT card associated with their Instacart account. After this period, online shopping customers using SNAP benefits must use another means of payment for any fees and/or any non-SNAP-eligible items they wish to purchase.

Customary shipping/delivery fees are:

Instacart pickup fees are $1.99 and delivery starts at $3.99.

ShopRite has a $10 service fee and a separate delivery fee.

Walmart fees vary between $7.95 and $9.95 (or a flat fee of $98/year).

Amazon waives delivery fees for orders over $35 with free 2-day shipping for Prime members. For non-Prime members, orders of $25 or more of receive free shipping in 5-8 business days.

SNAP benefits are funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS), which also regulates which foods are eligible for purchase with the benefits. FNS is the authorizing agency for food retailers participating in the program. For information about enrolling in SNAP EBT and online food sales through SNAP, food retailers can visit www.fns.usda.gov/snap/retailer-requirements-provide-online-purchasing.

To read the federal approval announcement, click here. For more information about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in Connecticut, visit www.ct.gov/snap.

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UPDATED November 17, 2020--Special measures to assist SNAP enrollees during the Covid-19 public health emergency Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP) Overview

No Periodic Review Forms--we are suspending the requirement to submit Periodic Review Forms (PRFs) for all SNAP enrollees from December 2020 through June 2021. This means that you will not be receiving PRFs in the mail to fill out during this time period.

Automatic renewals for six months-we are automatically extending eligibility for SNAP enrollees whose normal annual certification is scheduled to end in November or December 2020. In other words, you will not have to go through a renewal process, and your eligibility will be extended six months (to May or June 2021). Please note: SNAP enrollees whose eligibility was previously extended will still need to go through the renewal process. We will send you a notice when you need to take any action to keep your SNAP eligibility.

The Department of Social Services is pleased to announce a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) demonstration project for older adults and those with disabilities. Once enrolled in SNAP, eligible households qualifying for the Elderly Simplified Application Project (ESAP) will experience additional flexibilities to support continued enrollment.

Flexibilitiesin ESAP include:

An expanded three-year SNAP certification period of eligibility;

No periodic report formwill be due halfway through the certification cycle, as is usually the case for SNAP enrollees;

Revised reporting requirements (explained in greater detail below); and

The opportunity for some relaxed renewal flexibilities, when households meet additional requirements.

ESAP Eligibility Criteria:

All adult (18 years or older) household members must be determined elderly (60years or older) or with a disability, per SNAP regulations and

No household members can be employed (i.e., receive countable earned income).

Revised Reporting Requirements:

Please note that ESAP-eligible SNAP households need to report information to DSS before their renewal is due if they experience a household change that would disqualify them from ESAP(for example, if the household no longer includes an older adult or adult with disability, or if they start working). All SNAP households must report if they receive lotto/gambling winnings equal to or in excess of $3,500.

SNAP Definition of a Disability:

An individual who meets one or more of the following:

Receives disability or blindness benefits from any of these programs: Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicaid, or SSI-related Medicaid.

Receives a federally or state administered SSI supplement based on disability or blindness, or section 212(a) of PL 93-66.
Receives a disability retirement benefit from a government agency for adisability considered permanent by SSA.

Is a veteran the VA considers totally disabled or permanently housebound or in need of regular aid and attendance.

Is a veteran's surviving spouse who the VA considers:

in need of regular aid and attendance,

permanently housebound, or

approved for benefits because of the veteran's death and has a disability considered permanent by SSA.

Is a veteran's surviving child who the VA considers:

incapable of self-support, or

approved for benefits because of the veteran's death and has a disability considered permanent by SSA

receives interim assistance benefits pending the receipt of Supplemental Security Income, receives disability related medical assistance under title XIX of the Social Security Act, or receives disability-based State general assistance (SAGA) benefits that the eligibility to receive any of these benefits is based upon disability or blindness criteria established by the State agency which are at least as stringent as those used under title XVI of the Social Security Act.

ESAP is designed to increase the efficiency of SNAP and reduce food insecurity among a population whose household circumstances generally stay the same and can have additional barriers associated with age or disability, such as transportation or mobility. The Connecticut Department of Social Services was approved for this demonstration project by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service, the agency that administers and funds SNAP nationwide. We look forward to serving you! [updated 10-30-20]

Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) - The Department of Social Services (DSS), in collaboration with the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE), received approval to operate this program in response to the COVID-19 related school closures for the 2019 - 2020 school year. P-EBT provides food supports to help families with children who were receiving free and reduced-price school meals pay for food. For more information please follow this link.

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Food Resources for Kids During COVID-19 Emergency: Special information from the Office of Early Childhood (En Espanol)

Suspension of 'ABAWD' work requirements. ABAWD work requirements and three-month SNAP time limit for enrollees in all towns in Connecticut has been suspended for the duration of the public health emergency, per Congressional action (ABAWD=Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependent Children enrolled in the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program).

Extension of SNAP eligibility. If your SNAP renewal form or periodic review form (PRF) was due in March 2020-benefits are automatically continued through September 2020. If your SNAP renewal form or PRF is due in April 2020-benefits will be automatically continued through October 2020. If your SNAP renewal form or PRF is due in May 2020-benefits will be automatically continued through November 2020. If your SNAP renewal for or PRF is due in June 2020-benefits will automatically be continued through December 2020.

For Expedited SNAP cases : DSS will still issues SNAP benefits for one or two months, depending on whether the application was received before or after the 15 th of the month, while the interview and verifications are pending. Just as above, If the household then responds with the needed information before completing the interview, and all the criteria above are met, the DSS worker will process the case without the interview. Please note: Expedited SNAP cases are those where the household has gross income less than $150 and liquid assets less than $100 in the month of application, whose combined income and assets are less than their combined rent/mortgage and utility expenses, or who are migrant or seasonal farmworkers who are destitute and have liquid assets less than $100 while residing in Connecticut.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as Food Stamps, helps eligible individuals and families afford the cost of food at supermarkets, grocery stores and farmers' markets.

SNAP Time Limits for Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWDs): What you should know
Mensaje Importante sobre SNAP
SNAP recipients in Connecticut must report when their household's total monthly gross income goes above 130% of the federal poverty level (FPL). Please follow this link to learn more about income reporting requirements.

Beneficiarios de SNAP en Connecticut tienen que reportar cuando el total del ingreso bruto mensual de su hogar exceda el 130% del nivel federal de pobreza (FPL) Oprime aquí para obtener más información.

Please follow this link to view the CT SNAP Policy Handbook.

USDA Non-Discrimination Statement

USDA Aviso de No Discriminación

For full information about getting delicious, healthy foods at Connecticut farmers' markets and farms, please follow this link.

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12/9/2022- Rental assistance information below. Here is an excerpt from the link below. Click for more information and how to apply.

"[...] a new program called UniteCT has launched to provide rent and utility payment assistance to Connecticut households financially impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic."

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Acting through the Department of Housing (DOH), the State of Connecticut is developing the UniteCT Program. This $235million program will provide rental and electricity payment assistance to qualified Connecticut households financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The intention of UniteCT is to help stabilize Connecticut's Rental Housing Market.

The Yardi portal is open and accessible through any computer or smartphone by clicking the "apply now" button on the top of this page. Once a tenant or landlord logs in to Yardi there is step by step guidance to complete the application through written explanation and training videos. In the upper right hand corner of each screen of the application there is a question mark (?) that opens video training support as well. Tenants and landlords will work together to complete their sections of the application and track the progress online. Community stakeholders are working throughout the state to help those who have barriers to internet access and technology by opening their doors.

The program will financially support households up to 80% of the HUD Area Median Income. Click to see a table of all the towns in CT and their Area Median Income, or check out the map below to find your town's AMI. Both the table and the map provide the same information. here

You must first register to get an email invitation to start your application.
Paper applications will not be accepted.

-Important Documents-

Documents about the Application Process

Tenants: Common Mistakes on the Application
Rental Arrears Form
Tenant & Landlord Participation Agreement
Certification of Zero Income Form
Attestation of COVID-19 Hardship Form
How to Access Yardi's Help Center
How to Scan Documents using the Notes App

Marketing & Outreach

How to Complete a Successful Application - Tenants
How to Complete a Successful Application - Landlords
Directions on How to Apply
Documentation Checklist Flyer
Flyers in Other Languages

Training Videos for Tenants and Landlords
Frequently Asked Questions and Other Information
For technical assistance and guidance, please refer to the please call 1-844-UniteCT (1-844-864-8328) or . To appeal a denied decision, please email

Frequently Asked Questions section above. If you need further assistance,
email DOH-UniteCT@ct.gov

To request a reasonable accommodation, please email UniteCTAppeal@ct.gov, to learn more about the appeals process visit UniteCT Guidelines UniteCTReasonableAccommodation@ct.gov.

Click here to view information in a table format.

Below is the contact information for our partner UniteCT Community Resource Centers (also listed as red dots in the map above)

UniteCT Mobile Bus Schedule

The UniteCT Mobile Bus travels across Connecticut to ensure everyone has access to technology to submit a UniteCT application. On the bus, you will be able to use a computer to complete your application. Check out the schedule below and sign up for an appointment at the link provided. Walks-ins are accepted, but appointments will be prioritized.

Please bring all your documents with you so we can help upload them to your application. To learn more about what documents are required for a successful application, please visit our Document Matrix. You can bring the physical or online version of these documents.

If you are having trouble viewing the calendar, click this link or download the June schedule.

Other Resources

United Way's 211 Infoline shares a variety of resources

Statewide Legal Services (SLS) shares legal resources

American Job Center shares employment services

Connecticut Institute for Immigrants and Refugees (CIRI)

Information regarding UniteCT may change as policy and updates from regulatory guidance is made. Please check back to the website often to ensure the program information you are referencing is the most current.

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UniteCT - Emergency Rental Assistance for Connecticut's Economy

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Acting through the Department of Housing (DOH), the State of Connecticut is developing the UniteCT Program. This $235million program will provide rental and electricity payment assistance to qualified Connecticut households financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The intention of UniteCT is to help stabilize Connecticut's Rental Housing Market.

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Learn who is eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot.

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10/26/21-Are you receiving SNAP benefits? If so, you may be eligible to take vocational training programs at Tunxis for FREE! Please click the flyer to learn more.

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10/26/21-Berlin Peck Library in Berlin, CT is hosting a vaccine and booster clinic on November 11th, 1-4:30pm. Click the flyer above to visit their website for more information.

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Vaccines save lives! Visit the library's large meeting room to get your COVID-19 vaccine.

COVID-19 vaccines are free

You do not need an appointment

You do not need insurance

You do not need to be a U.S. citizen

No paperwork is needed, we will ask you to confirm your ID only so we can provide safe care

This clinic is offering the following vaccines:

Vaccines will be administered by Hartford HealthCare. Minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.

Boosters will be available for those who are eligible.

Visit the CDC website to check if you're eligible.

We do not require patients to present proof of eligibility; however, they will be asked to sign an attestation stating that they meet eligibility guidelines (booster or immunocompromised 3rd dose). If you have been vaccinated already, please bring your vaccination cards to the clinic so our team can document any historical vaccines administered.

For those receiving boosters, please present your vaccination card with record of receiving doses 1 & 2, vaccine administration date and lot number. If you've lost your vaccine card, you can replace it through HHC MyChart Plus; log in to your VAMS account; or call (860) 509-7929.

This clinic will have both Moderna and Pfizer vaccines on hand. Information on vaccine booster qualifications and requirements seem to change rapidly these days. People are encouraged to check with their medical practitioners to discuss whether they are advised or qualified to get a booster. Additionally, our vaccine clinic will have Hartford Healthcare representatives on hand with intake questionnaires to assist them in vetting people as they arrive.
Pfizer Booster

Ages 65+

Ages 18+ with underlying medical conditions

People who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting (health care workers, teachers and day care staff, grocery workers, those in homeless shelters or prisons, etc.)

6 months since completion of primary (two-dose) vaccine series

Third Dose for Immunocompromised Individuals
Two Vaccine Clinic Dates

Thursday, October 21 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Thursday, November 11 - 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

The last patient will be seen 15 minutes prior to close of clinic to allow proper break-down times.

Minors must have guardian present.

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COVID Vaccine Sites No Longer Requiring Appointments

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4/26/21 - As of April 27 specific vaccine sites in the state will no longer require appointments.  Costco in New Britain is one of these participating sites.  Please click on the article below for information about & hours of operation.

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The state announced Monday that dozens of COVID-19 vaccine providers will no longer require appointments as part of the ongoing effort to make the vaccine available to any resident who wants it.

Effective Tuesday, April 27, Connecticut residents can walk up to any of the following clinics without an appointment. The vaccine is available free of charge. Residents are encouraged to bring identification and insurance information if they have it, but neither will be required and no one will be turned away without them.

With demand for shots dropping, Gov. Ned Lamont spoke about the future need for mass vaccination sites during his afternoon coronavirus briefing Monday.

"My hunch is over the next couple of weeks, you're going to find community health centers and or other providers, targeting more and more local groups as opposed to big mass you know we're talking about the fairs maybe parades, maybe beat sites, places where people are congregating, you'll be able to get vaccinated there," Lamont said.
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100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT 06103

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Great Expectations: This publication provides parents with information to help prepare their child for a productive and meaningful future in the work place. The emphasis is on setting high expectations for the parent, child and support systems at any early age. Topics include the impact of wages on benefits, skill building in the family home, the importance of real work experiences, information about post-secondary options, success stories and a list of helpful resource links.

Wages and Benefits: Many people are fearful that working in a real job and making at least minimum wage will impact their entitlements such as Social Security and /or Medicaid. The greatest concern is typically about the potential loss of health care coverage. This is a valid concern that has been recognized and addressed through specific state programs.

Career Planning: Career Planning is an active ongoing process that includes a variety of activities to help an individual match their abilities, interests, values and personality with demands of the real world of work. This process includes activities designed to help outline an employment action plan and job goals. Career planning is a part of the comprehensive Individual Planning process.

Soft Skill and Other Training Opportunities: (Soft skills are common sense, every day skills that are important in work and all aspects of life. Examples includes communication, listening, interpersonal skills, cooperation, decision making, courtesy etc.)

Connect-ability An online resource to bring together Connecticut's employers and people with disabilities. Information is geared towards job seekers, parents and educators, youth, and employers. Topics Range from career information, transportation resources, job seeking skills and supports etc.
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One of the primary goals of secondary transition is to help prepare students for careers and employment. Research shows that paid employment while a student is still ins the best way to prepare for a career path as an adult. The information and resources below may be helpful tools for working with school systems and other agencies to set goals and expectations for employment.

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