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Message from Rick Porth
President, United Way of Connecticut
2-1-1 Barometer - Access to Health Care
United Way 2-1-1 connects people everyday to information and resources related to physical and mental health care and substance abuse. In 2009, 2-1-1 handled over 90,000 requests for information and services in these areas. This edition of the
2-1-1 Barometer focuses on access to health care and includes a review of data on the uninsured, indicators of health status and resources available through the United Way. Health is one of three main United Way Worldwide system-wide priorities along with Income and Education. The United Way strategy focuses on and attempts to address root causes of health problems. Click here to view current and past editions of the 2-1-1 Barometer.
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| MED-Connect |
A specialized service unit of United Way 2-1-1 is now assisting callers who receive or are eligible for Medicaid for the Employed Disabled (MED). The MED-Connect program provides information on MED and also on employment resources available through Connect-Ability (www.connect-ability.com). Connect-Ability assists those with disabilities find and keep jobs. MED-Connect can be reached directly at 800-434-7869 or by dialing 2-1-1.
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