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Connecticut Medicare Assignment Program (ConnMAP)

The Connecticut Medicare Assignment Program (ConnMAP) is a state program administered by the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) http://www.ct.gov/dss/cwp/view.asp?a=2353&q=305218#CONNMAP. ConnMAP ensures that physicians and other Part B providers will Read More

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information

Updates, Information and Resources: For the latest information, resources, and guidance related to coronavirus (COVID-19), please visit ct.gov/coronavirus. COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests: Please dial 2-1-1 if you need help locating a Read More

Substance Use Disorder Counseling

People seeking treatment for a substance use disorder have access to a wide range of programs and services. The State of Connecticut runs a 24-hour access and entry line where Read More

Secondhand Smoke

A smoke-free setting is healthiest for babies. This includes cars, homes, restaurants, stores and other public spaces. Because babies’ lungs are still developing, exposure to smoke can make it harder Read More

Oral Health

Good oral health for baby starts before their teeth start poking through their gums. After each feeding, take a damp cloth and gently wipe any residue from baby’s gums. To Read More

Nutrition

Babies need healthy food to grow and develop. A newborn baby gets their nutrients from breast milk or formula and, as they get older, from introducing solid foods. Newborn babies Read More

Co-parenting

Open communication with your co-parent is important for the emotional, social and developmental growth of your child. Working together to create and follow your child’s Plan of Safe Care will Read More

Home Visiting Services

Any new parent will likely tell you that parenting is the most rewarding, while also the most difficult, thing they have ever done. Especially during the first years of a Read More

12 Step Group

Joining a 12 Step Group can provide additional support as you work to recover from a substance abuse disorder and/or when facing mental health issues. It can also help keep Read More

Medication Assisted Treatment

Medication Assisted Treatment is one method of treatment for opioid addiction. It uses medication and therapy as part of the treatment plan. The goal is to change patients’ behaviors so Read More

Birth to Three

Birth to Three can help you support the health and development of your child. If your child has a disability or medical condition that is causing developmental delays, this program Read More

Safe Sleep Plans

It is important to create a Safe Sleep Plan before bringing your baby home from the hospital. The plan is designed to minimize the risk of an unexpected death for Read More

Child Passenger Safety Seats

The following was taken from SAFE KIDS CONNECTICUT. Child Passenger Safety Laws in Connecticut has been revised: Effective October 1, 2017, new law, CT HB6956 has been implemented. Visit this link to Read More

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