Message from Richard Porth
President, United Way of Connecticut
Connecting Residents to Safety Net Services
 As Connecticut continues to struggle with high unemployment and economic uncertainty, 2-1-1 remains dedicated to helping families and individuals get connected to the help they need. In fiscal year 2011, 2-1-1 responded to over 450,000 requests for services. Many of these were requests for safety net services including help with utility bills, housing, healthcare, food and public assistance programs. Calls to 2-1-1 are an indication of the needs that exist in Connecticut. Click here to see the top 15 requests for services made to 2-1-1 statewide. |
| Renter's Rebates Available |
Renter's Rebates can help older adults and people with disabilities with their housing costs. The state program provides a reimbursement to renters who are over 65 or totally disabled, and whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Income must be below $32,300 for a single person and below $39,500 for a couple. Renter's rebates range from $50 to $900. There is no asset restriction. Applications are available until September 15. For more information click here.
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