Health and Human Services

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• Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control Program

  Lead harms children's nervous systems and is associated with reduced IQ, behavioral problems and learning disabilities. In large doses, it can cause coma, convulsions and death. The Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control Program seeks to prevent and educate the public about lead poisoning, specifically in children.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Marriage Licenses

  You and your spouse-to-be must appear in person at a local vital records office to obtain a marriage license. The marriage license is issued to ensure that you and your spouse-to-be are eligible to be married. 

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Breastfeeding

  WIC supports Connecticut Mothers and families in Breastfeeding their children; the key to good health of mothers and babies, also has benefits for families, employers and the community in general. Find information on developing a plan to work and breastfeed and access to WIC nutritionists and peer counseling services.

  Agency: Department of Public Health

• Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

  The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program protects the health, safety, well-being, and rights of individuals who reside in skilled nursing facilities, residential care homes and assisted living facilities.

  Agency: Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

• Connecticut Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

  The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program protects the health, safety, well-being and rights of individuals who reside in skilled nursing facilities, residential care homes and assisted living facilities.

  Agency: Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

• Office of the Healthcare Advocate

  The Office of the Healthcare Advocate can assist Connecticut residents with their healthcare coverage. Find information about enrollment into healthcare coverage, understanding the referral or pre-authorization process or assistance with the appeal/grievance procedures here.

  Agency: Office of the Healthcare Advocate

• Connecticut Mosquito Management Program

  The Connecticut Mosquito Management Program, a collaborative effort of five state agencies, is responsible for monitoring and managing the state's mosquito population to reduce the potential public health threat of mosquito-borne diseases. It uses a combination of education, surveillance, source reduction, larval and adult mosquito control and personal protective measures.

  Agency: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

• File an Insurance Complaint

  Options for filing a complaint with the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID). Filing a complaint with CID doesn't include support for Husky Health or health insurance that is regulated by the federal government.

  Agency: Department of Insurance

• Insurance Appeals

  Appeal health insurance denials of coverage or reimbursement for services through an independent review process. Filing an appeal with CID doesn't include support for Husky Health or health insurance that is regulated by the federal government.

  Agency: Department of Insurance

• Insurance Consumer FAQs

  The Connecticut Insurance Department has identified six categories about which consumers most often have questions and the frequently asked questions for each topic. Categories are Regarding Repairs to Your Vehicle, Mental Health Benefits in Connecticut, Healthcare Reform, Homeowner's Insurance, COBRA and Long-term Care Insurance.

  Agency: Department of Insurance

• Connecticut Health Insurance Plans

  Residents looking for individual and group health insurance, managed care, Medicare and Medicare supplement plans, and medical discount plans can investigate options.    

  Agency: Department of Insurance

• Insurance Companies Marketing Health Plans in Connecticut

  Companies with approved health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

  Agency: Department of Insurance

• CT Bed Bug Forum and Additional Information, Connecticut Coalition Against Bed Bugs (CCABB)

  The Connecticut Coalition Against Bed Bugs (CCABB) provides training and support for health departments, housing authorities, medical facilities, college and universities regarding bed bug management in Connecticut. Anyone interested in learning more can see PowerPoint presentations, newspaper articles and PDFs about bed bug reproduction, behavior and management.

  Agency: Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

• Social Work Services

  Social Work Services develops services and methods of service delivery designed to respect the client’s right to self-determination and empower and protect individuals, families and those who are economically disadvantaged or otherwise vulnerable.

• (ACU) Alternate Care Unit - Contracts

  A listing of contracts associated with the Alternate Care Unit.