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City ofNew Haven
SAGA Support er iceu
March 3, 2015
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HELPFUL NUMBERS
ccui Work of The State Dept. Social Services waiting for new number (emergency services, essential services
Aiternart’ Care Program
1 -(800) 445-5394 (in home skilled nursing assistance)
Ceteo;c Family Servces
1203) 787-2207 50 1 Lombard Street, New Haven, CT 065 1 3
Community Action Agencies:
New Haven Community Action Agency (203) 387-7475
Valley -TEAM, Inc (203) 736-5420
West Haven WHEAT (203) 931-9877
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CONN PACE
1- (800) 423-5026 (prescription program for elderly and disabled)
Connect-ability
1- (866) 844-1903 (employment related services for disabled)
CT iNFO Line
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Statewide Legal Services
I- (800) 435-3320
Department of Social Services:
New Haven Legal Assistance (203: 946-481!
wwwctgov/dss
wwvv.connect.ct.gov
578-4515 or 1-855 626-6632 Fax:(203) 974-8016
NewC/ient/nformat/onL,he 1-855
50 Humphrey Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Applications for taken Monday Friday 8:00 1 1:00 am.
Office hours 8:00 AM. 4:00 P.M. Monday through Friday
Thursdays from I 2:00p.m. on DSS workers are not available for client services or calls
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Department of Social Services Central Office 1- (800) 385-4052; 1- (800) 842-1508
Energy Assistance 1 800 842-1 132 (winter heating assistance)
Fair Haven Community Health Center (203) 777-741 1, 374 Grand Avenue, New Haven, CT 0651 3
Hill Health Center
(203) 503-3683 Nancee Carpenter DSS ELIGIBILITY COORDINATOR
(203) 503-3568 Lou Bradley Patient Advocate
Mental Health Services (203) 503-3660 9 1 3 State Street, New Haven, CT 065 11
Prescription Delivery (203) 503-302 1 462 Columbus Avenue, New Haven, CT 065 1 9
Hispanic Clinic
(203) 974-5800
CHOiCES
1 (800)
994-9422 (assistance with Medicare D RX program)
Social SecurityAdministration:1 (800) 772-1213 (administers SSI, disability, retirementand Medicare
Benefits) Federal Building (203) 773-5201 150 Court St. 4t Floor
NewHaven,CT 06510
SAGA/Husky D Health Insurance
Client Assistance Center if you would like to find out which providers participate in
Medicaid LIA in your area call 866 409-8430 or visit the web ww.cmap.cpm.
Dental
Call the Connecticut Dental Health Partnership 1-866-420-2924 for help.
Pharmacy
866 409-8430
Medical Transportation Call LOGISTICARE 1 (888) 248-9895 about transportation to your Medicaid LIA
Husky D covered medical or clinic appointment. Call at least 10 business days in
advance & have all information about your appointment available for the call.
Substance abuse treatment
1 (800) 606-3677 Some services that are not covered by Medicaid may be covered
by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
SAGA Support City of New Haven (203) 946-8523 (services for active SAGA clients
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The City of New Haven does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of programs.
vicos, or activities. Individuals who need an accommodation, publications in alternate formats oi who need auxhary aids
for effective communication in programs and services of the city of New Haven can make such requests by cailing
12031 946-7833 or TrY/T’r 12031 946-8582.
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Woodhridge Senior Center
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L. M. Keefe Community Center
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Southern CT State University
501 CrescentS New Haven
West Haven Community House
227 Elm Street West_Haven
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New Haven Free Public Library
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1 1 38 Whalley Ave New Haven
Emanuel Lutheran Church
780_HumphreySt_New Haven
East Haven Memorial library
227 Main St Appt# 2O3) 468-3890
Elm Haven Community Center
230 Ashmun Street New Haven
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Find the weekly “Careers” publication
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The City of New Haven website
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SAGA Support Services
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State Department ofSocíä/ Services
without any source ofincome
are notpart ofa famhy case, and
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benefits may be eligible * for assitance under this
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Energy Assistance
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Winter Heating Assistance Program
(onueelieu. F:nerLtv .-\ssist:mce Program (CL-\P) is now open at community action agency sItes around th state.
L Nehaduic an appointnlcnt. please call xour local communtv action agency at the phone number provided helo\\.
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intbrmation of intake sites closest to where von reside.
The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program is designed to help offset the winter heating costs of Connecricuts lower
incoeu households. spec ificallv those households whose incomes fall at or below 1 50 percent of the Oderal poverty
uidelines as well as households with elderly, disabled and/or children under the age of six, with incomes between
150 percent and 200 percent of the ftderal poverty guidelines.
I iouscholas with incomes below 60 percent of the state median income who are not eligible to receive assistance
under ChAP may he eligible to receive assistance under the Contingency Heating Assistance Program.
General information:
On behalf of eiiuihie households. the winter heating assistance pays for such heating sources as oil, natural gas.
electricity, propane. kerosene. coal. wood and wood pellets.
liomeowners and renters may apply.
1 louseholds eligible tEr the ‘a inter heating program may also he eligible to receive weatherization assistance. Ibis
can help conserve energy and lower heating hills.
ihe Connecticut Energy Assistance Program and the Contingency Ileating Assistance Program are administered h\
the Department of Social Services, and coordinated by regional Community Action Agencies, in cooperation with
municipal and other non—profit human service agencies.
Community Action Agencies:
The Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut, Inc. (203) 748-5422
New Opportunities. Inc. (Waterbury area) (203) 756-8151; (Meriden area) (203) 235-0278
Bristol Community Organization. Inc. (860) 582-7490
Human Resources Agency of New Britain. Inc. (860) 223-2288
eommLlnilv Renewal leam, inc. ti iartlbrd area) ($60) 500-5800 or I -$U0-7o-3Xu5:
(Middletown area) (860) 347-4465
ACCESS, Inc. \Villimantic area) (860) 450—7423): (Danielson area) ( 860) 774—0418
I humes \alIev CoLincil for Community Action. Inc. (Nor’aich-New London area) (860) 425-668 1
Community Action Agency of New 1-laven, Inc. (203) 387-7700
TEAM. Inc. (Derbv-Ansonia-Shelton area) (203) 736-5420
\tion loi 13i idgepoit C ommumt Dcx clopmLnt Inc (Bi ldgLpoit ara) (20) 84-6904 fllso cox Li lag
NorwalklStamford areas; phone contact numbers to he announced).
Receiving State Benefits ? What you should know about
Reporting Changes
http;//www.ct.gov/dss/cwp/view.asp?a=2345&q=490626
Changes which affect your program eligibility must be reported to the Department of Social Services within
10 days. You can report these changes to your worker by telephone, fax or you can mail verification to your
worker explaining these changes.
Be sure to include your name client ID number and the name ofyour worker on all correspondence. Your
worker may ask you to send in verifications of these changes. When in doubt about reporting a change,
contact your worker.
Examples of changes you should report are;
Changes in income
You start employment
You change employers
You end employment
You start to receive unemployment compensation
Your unemployment compensation ends
You start to receive social security
You start to receive child support payments
Any other changes in income over $ 100.00 per month
Changes in living arrangements
Someone moves into your household
Someone moves out of your household
You move
You get married
You get divorced
You become pregnant
You give birth
You enter a drug treatment program, rehabilitation facility or hospital for over
30 days
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receive a lawsuit settlement
open or close a bank account
buy or register a motor vehicle
enroll in school, change schools, quit or graduate
The new customer phone line;
1-855-578-4515
DO YOU KNOW IF YOU COUNT?
The unemployment rate for the City of New Haven is reported at only 79 %*
The State of Connecticut Department of Labor using the following definitions determines that figure;
LABOR FORCE CONCEPTS (As repr;nted from DCL Office of ResoaHn;
civilian labcr fbrce comprises all .state ret Cents ago 14 years and older classified as employed or unemployed in at :orclarice with criteria
o-r:S ccci below. Excluded are members of the mc iitary
its in institutions (correctional and mental heaitn. for exam
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Jo-cr-c to- cc-u: so of a yea: the soc of tne lace rkt-r cc or of is-ceo of r:mpic-ymc-nt undergo fluctuations due to such c:.so cud -orr 0 as ch-rn-c-o-c to
reduce-a c-c e-xtcancl-od production. narvoctc, rncfc-r hot;days and closing ci schools. Eecausc theco co tsar-a: Lven:c fc-lc to’ a
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to help prepare for the job market.
MAKE SURE YOU COUNT!
Go and get registered with the State of Connecticut Department of Labor 37 Marne Street as a Job Seeker.
ike-op :n monthly contact-stay- inciuded in the unemployment rate.
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only 4,601 people in Nev-j Haven without a JoD
As of January 1, 2015
Minimum Wage is $9.00 in Connecticut
SAGA Support Services
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Free services to active recipients of DSS benefits by appointment
Notarize documents
Marriages
Call (203) 946 8523
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Research Participant
$250 Paid Focus Oroup
Paid for Your Opinion!
I-day paid focus group in New Haven,
Fri. 3/C.
Paid $250-same day w/meals,
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or (800>483-9898
Service Technician, Air Compressors
Now Haven, CT
Kaeser Compressors. Inc. is seeking an
individual who has worked in an industrial or
manufacturing environment to fill the
Lms:tion of Branch Service Technician for
[Jr seI’mce territory in and arourd
Vaterbury. Cl.
Job Description The selected candidate will:
Perform all mainterance and service
en compressed air systems for customers
in the designated territory, including afterhours emergencies
Prepare all service
orders, timesheets, and expense reports
accurately, neatly and timely
Assist
with evaluation of Kaeser products for
warranty rebuilding and maintenance
purposes
Seek to acquire new service
business, maintenance contra cts and
parts/accessory sales
Be responsible
for the up-keep of all company issued tools
used for servicing compressors and related
items
Communicate with the Technical
Department to find solutions for repair,
installation, or service issues on
compressor, blower and/’or vacuum units.
Education High School or equivalent
Years of Experience 2÷ to 5 Years
Salary We offer a competitive salary,
company van with gas card, cell phone,
company paid uniform rental: benefits
package, Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan,
Apply on-line
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Restaurant Hiring
Experienced: Cooks, kitchen, wait
staff/servers
Full Time B Part Time
Available Days, nights S holidays
Apply: Jimmies
B Rock St, West Haven
EW I [VE\ IIE(1S’FER Traditional Classifieds March 3,
Residential Sales Associate- Hamden
We are also accepting Apphcah,ons from Wa0inford for
ths Position
We know what you want a career opportunity where you
can put your sales skills to use and have an unlimited
earning potential. Well, you just found your perfect match.
As a Residential Sales Associate with The Home Depot At
Home Servmces lnc. you’ll reach out to an eser-expard:oq
number of “do it for me” customers. all of whom look to os
to provide solutions to their home improvement needs
THD At Home Services. Inc.. a wholly owned subsidiary of
The Home Depot. offers a full line of kitchen B both
remodeling and in home storage units. As a Residential
Sales Associate, you will use your sales skills to generate
leads, conduct in-home sales presentations and help your
customers improve their home, Your wage is
commission-based, so nothing will stand in the way of you
reaching your earninu goals.
WHY THIS CAREER IS FOR YOU Unlimited earning potential
There’s no limit to what you can earn as commissionbased sales professional. Bonuses Hit your sales
numbers, and you could be eligible for additional bonuses
(including an annual sales trip!) Top of the line products
ARE YOU THE NEXT RESIDENTIAL SALES ASSOCIATE?
Are you focused on customer service and dedicated to
meeting your customers’ needs? Do you have one year of
sales experience? Are you detail-oriented?
Do you have great communication skills, an exceptional
work ethic and enjoy winning? Do you have reliable
transportation and a high school diploma/BED?
MAJOR TASKS, RESPONSIBILITIES AND KEY
ACCOUNTABILITIES -to generate leads, conduct sales
presentations in the home and accurately measure and
price product, Previous experience in home
improvement sales, financial sales or self-employment a
plus but not required. You’ll also attend and participate in
sales meetings, training sessions, and territory and
branch meetings You will also be completing relevant
paperwork accurately and in a timely manner and
continually updating your product and market knowledge.
MINIMUM IIUALIFICATIONS 18 years of age or older
Must be able to pass a drug test Must be able to pass a
background check Access to reliable transportation to
reach customers’ homes and local Home Depot stores
EDUCATION REDUIREO High School Diploma/CEO
YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE. I
PHYSICAL JOB REDUIREMENTS Ability to lift up to 55 lbs.
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www.careers.homedepot.com\services
to learn more about Home Services at the Home Depot.
201 5
CDL Shuttle Driver
Metropolitan Healthcare Services.
an established mid-sLed ccrnpan’y’. mc mm
looking for enthusiastic, customer fncusrd
individuals to work in support services ot
local hospitals in New Haven, CT. Immediate
consideration for
CDL Shuttle Driver
positions given to cualified arplmcantc
years of CDL experience and
or PS endorsements.
For further inforniation visit our use to
www,mhs97 com, or
contact Ruaa Hikmat at
703-342-5259 or
rhikmatb7msginc,net
Customer Service Representative
Our employees pride and enthusiasm ae
each and every oh across the ccuctr’
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currently have I? offices, stretching from coom
to coast. Thanks to everyone’s leadersh;r
innovation, decisiveness, agility, teamwork, aim’
integrity, Flex Marketing keeps getting bigcr
and better.
As a customer service representat:ve. [ron
be. at the forefront or the company as the
person for our customers. In this mpor:ar
role, you’11 be responsible for sellinu to cur:’c’m
end new customers for our clients. S:uccocsfj
candidates will be able to determine the warts.
needs, and interests so they can apply tho
customer for the correct package suited for
them. Flex Marketing prides ourselves fo.’
reaching out to the client base with ootstancbr:r:
and personalized customer service 0x5erier:L:r’
for all we come into contact with.
Traits we are looking for: Personable
Industrious Positive attito.de
Confident Outgoing
Enthusiastic Charismatic
Experience in customer service, sales or retad
is preferred
Requirements: Strong desire to succeed and
learn
Reliable transportation Must be able to ‘zn:
full time Ability to work i a fast paced, fr:
rewardi,no environment
Benefits: $25k $35k plus bonuses
Please submit your resume if you feel you are
perfect fitl
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Bridgeport Fittings, In busi
ness since 1925 is a leading
manufacturer oi conduit anc
cable fittings. Currently we
seek the following:
PROGRESSIVE TOOL &
DIE MAKER
(2nd Shift)
Reqs: (5) —(10) years’ of exp
must be able to construct o
make major alterations or
repairs to progressive stam
ing dies; and knowledge o
CNC, CAD, Wire & Sinker EDP
a plus.
MAINTENANCE
WORKER
Perform general mainte
nance repairs, basic carpen
try, painting, plumbing, land
scaping & cleaning service
functions. Must possess goo
skills in the use of hand &
power tools. Must have own
tools, maintain records, ob
tain estimates & orders, pick
up supplies, materials, and
repair parts. Basic computer
skills. H.S. Diplorna/GED &
buitding4iant maintenance
exp. Must be able to read/
comprehend simple instruc
tions, short correspondence.
emails & memos.
Pieas Indicate position
desired, and contact Jim Con
nor, Director H/R. Bridgepor
FittIngs, 705 Lordship Ivd.,
Stratford, CT 06615, E-maik
jlmc @bptfhttlngs.com, Fax:
203-378-9818. EOE
DISPATCHERfYRUCKING
Busy precast concre e
HELP WANTED..
IGENERAL
ASSOCIATE
ci IDrPIMTrPJrIFM-r
Seymour Public Schools
Seymour, Ct
Visit www.seymourschools.
corn for details
Part-Time Hours
FUll- Time Payl
Are you tired of earning
a low hourly wage? Do
you have a great person
ality and positive atti
tude? Why not earn what
you are worth makin
9reat commissions set ang the New Haven Reg
ister newspaper home
delivery
subscriptions
at major supermarkets,
department stores malls
and special events In New
Haven County. Sell the
paper that sells Itself.
Position highlights:
• Work minimum of 18-27
hours weekly.
• Greet shoppers and of
fer complimentary news
papers.
• Offer “free” store gift
cards and discount rates
with new subscriptions.
• Shift times: loam to
7pm
• Average reps earn $350
per week in commission
Income. Above average
reps currently making
$500 per week.
• Introductory sales ori
entation and field sup
port
• Previous sates experi
ence helpful but not re
quired.
• Must be at least 21
years of age
• Reiiabte transportation
and valid driving license
needed
Call
(877) 288-6149
Prest.
Br
(Independent Contrac
tor for the New Haven
Register)
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LABORERS: Precast
concrete manufacturer
seeking laborers for produc
tion department Experi
ence working with concrete,
operating equipment or
veldinq helpful. Please
send resume to mwilliarns
hI.ikesleeprestrRss. corn.
Classifieds March 3, 201 5
PART-TIME CUSTODIAN
thr downtown New Haven
church, Must be available
Sundays. Call 203-624-2521
for more info and application.
Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
The primary role of the Clinical
Social Worker position is to
develop psychosocial
assessments for the purpose of
assisting individuals and families
achieve self sufficiency through
clinical interviews of residents of
HANH.
Closing date March 11. 2015.
Job descriptions & Applications
may be obtained from HANH at
360 Orange Street, New Haven,
CT 06511, or www.
elmcitycommunities. corn
Submission can be dropped off,
faxed to (203) 497-8202. e-mail
to johsnewhavenhousing.org,
TDD number (203) 497-8434.
For further information please
Call the HR Office at
(203)498-8800 X 1022.
Disabled are encouraged to
apply. EOE-M/F/V
All applications and resumes
must be in the Human Resource
Office on/before March 11, 2015
DRAFTSPERSON/
STRUCThRAI. DETAIIIR
Busy precast concrete
manufacturer seeks detailer
with superior AutoCAD
skills. Knowledge of 3d
modeling a plus. Respon
sibilities include: produc
ing framing plans. Shop
details and advance bills
of material. Send resume
ro mwilliarns’blakeslee
prestress.com or mail to
Mary Williams, Blakeslee
Prestress, Inc., P.O. Box 510,
Branford, Ct. 06405.
www. nhregistercorn
monster.coml
Confidantral
Medical Billing Specialist
5 co Iv:
OSOC ci
LL’.1i
0 1O. i’OSIJWO tO LLbPdiUdb
CLEANERS- ti E7ES
We. service from West port to New Haven.
Must have own vefdcle.
Exp a piusi.
Call 203-380-2252
Engineering Coordinator
Administrative Assistant
A.R. Mazzotta Employment Specialists
Permanent Opportunity fur an individual
with strong aerospace background or
military experience. T[iis position will be
respons:ble for seeing vai’ious programs
w:thin the erigi000ring and design
department through the design process.
New Haven county. 20 per hour, ONE,
plus bend its package.As the Engineering
Coordataror Administrative Assistant you
will ensure that design projects are
meet:nc specific quelificatmns. regulations
and are on schedule and budget. Be the
lemon between departments, coordinate
with customer and team, provide status
updates, prepare materials and
presentations for meetings. ensure that
programs are meeting schedule
commitments. Posrtion requires strong
computer skills including Microsoft Word.
Excel. MS Project. Experience with NVIS
would be a plus. Understanding of blue
orints dvraiied ci’iented. ability tu juggle
oiortws. and excellent communication
5 c:ernerscaa.i sk:iis requred. ASRIOU
evper:ecce also a plus in this role. Must be
wildr.o to travel within the US and abroad.
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Thursday’ 7:45 a.m 2:30 p.m. Friday.
Please submit your resume as a Microsoft
Word document today.
Hours: 7:30
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Assistant Manager
575 Orand Avenue New Haven
$t Pent-A-Center. our b:usiness is certerej
cit serece one z:ed’c assorare about mat
o ic. Our e:rw.000t,ert i.s ast-peceC end
OeS 000’:E op.r:or:uncy to g’ov cod
ccv eicp ith top-performers entered nto
train:rg
to
accelerate
programs
advancement to management.
Our coworkers also enjoy a total rewords
package that pays for performance a.r:d
includes:’
Industryleading base pay
ranges for all positions
Monthly bonus potential for Assistant
Managers and above’
Semi-annual
performance reviews v.i/ merit potential
5-day workweek w/Sundays off’
Paid
sick/personal days
10 days paid
vacation after one year
Employee
purchase plan
Great benefits with 401
(k) and company match
As an Assistant Manager, you would be
responsible for:
Coordinating with the
Store Manager to develop creative ways to
meet the Stores Sales Coals and Maintain
Reliable Collections Patterns
Managing
and maintaining the stores inventory
Assisting with product maintenance, delivery,
service, and. returns on a daily basis
Leading a Sales learn by coaching them on
how to become more effective leaders and
promoting an environment of collaboration
Managing conflict and effectively resolving
sensitive issues while being considerate of
all involved
If you’re looking for a career that will not
only give you work experience, but also life
experience, we are looking for you.
Job Elualifications- Candidates must meet
the following requirements:
Have 2
years of coli.ege coursewor’k completed
and/or’ 2 years of sales and collections
experience:
have a Valid drivers
license
have at least one year
experience in the retail/fast food/service
industry
Be at least 20 years old
Be legally permitted to work in the US
Be able to perform repetitive heavy lifting
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action, equal opportunity
employment agency
An affirmative
Apply on line
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February 24, 20 1 5
Hotel Maintenance Manager
Jab Puraso Pro: ides comfortable. eoJ soS’ cuest c:::.:’ oro
op maintaining equipment ccc or.v:000:rvert:
pre’.enti’m n:airtenance reumremeo.tv:
omeroereus acr::irTac’at:n,c 00:0.55, .:ecer.:: ‘or:’’:.,
mcnac.nc stall.
Outies/ Accomnposnes mainterance humor: •re0.OOr:.EcJ:.e:::.,c::
by recruiting. selectino. orient.ing, training. assleniro. sc.he.:i.
ooaching. counseling, and disciplining employees: commor:ica:..
oh expectations: planning, monitoring, appraising, and revie win
job contributic.ns: planning and reviewing compensation act.onv:
enforcing policies and procedures.* Achieves maintena:’icu.:.
operational objectives by contributing information and analysis
to hotel strategic plans and reviews: preparing and compietino,
action plans: implementing production, productivity. qu.alit’y. and
guest-service standards: completing audits,* Meets maintenance
financial objectives by estimating requirements: preparin.g an
annual budget: scheduling expenditures: analyzing variances:
initiating corrective actions: develops energy conservation
methods.’ Maintains environment and equipment operation h.p
monitoring controls systems: maintaining chillers, cooling
tow’ers, chemical treatments, pneumatics, controls, water and
waste systems, boilers, refrigerators, compressors, alarms, ‘etc.
diagnosing problems: responding to break-downs: develop:rc
specifications for new equipment: evaluating vendor E.id
coordinating and supervising installations/ Pesulve::
emergencies by responding to alarms: assessing situation:
collaborating with emergency services.* Implements prevonti’vc
maintenance programs by determining work priortia’:’
scheduling inspections, repairs. an:d rec.ia.cerrents. Mantoro
hotel appearance by evaluating conditions: scheduling carpeniir
painting, cleaning, decorating, landscaoin,g, and renavati000.:
enforcing appearance standards.
Ensures maintenacor.:
operations by initiating, coordinatmng. and enforcing operatmcno
policies end procedures. Protects guests and employees C’;
maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment.” Pre.pa:’cv
maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizino
repair and service data and trends: maintaining logs and’ chart:,
Accommodates guests by providing repair information end
schedules. Maintains supplies invent,ory by cfrecking stcrx,
anticipating needs: placing and expediting orders: verdyr:
receipt. Updates job knowledge by tracking code rhanc:a::
attending educational workshoos: reviewing profess:c.::’i:
publications: establishing personal networks: benchmark::::
state-of-the-art practices: participating iii prc
es::::crv,
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societiesy’ Enhances department and organization reputatwn. 5,’
accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different
requests: exploring opportunities to add value to :oi’:
accomplishments.
Skills/Nualifications: Equipment Maintenance, Facilities’
Coordination, Facilities Management Systems, HVAC Systems’.
OSHA Compliance, Safety Management, Customer Focus, Verbal
Communication, Management Proficiency, Project Management,
[iste rrin g
Apply on-line
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CITY OF NEW hAVEN
DEPARTMENT OF HUNIAN RESOURCES
200 ORANGE STREET, NEW HAVEN, CT 0651()
www.citvolhewha en.com
POSTED: FEBRUARY 23, 2015
REMOVAL DATE: MARCH 6, 2015
POSITION:
PROJECT MANAGER (NON-TESTED)
DEPARTMENT:
COMMUNITY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
SALARY:
(RANGE 10) MIN.: 559,559 ANNUALIZED
HOt RS
FUNDING:
FULL lIME, 35 HOURS PER WEEK
SPECIAL FUNDS
CONTINUE!) EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENT UPON AVAILABILITY OF FUTURE FUNDING
NATURE OF WORK:
lOis is a professional middle management position requiring administratis e and technical skills to assist in the coordinu ion
of Ctv departmenu that directls affect the social well being and health of the residents of New I la en. [his positiui:
nvolves managing special projects, particularly grants dealing with Communits Services Adininistranon priorities. \Vork
includes planning for neighborhood—based and City—wide programs. and measuring the impact of the programs. Other
icsnonsihihtics xsill include icceaiching the a ail ibihts ot giants gr tnt preparation and cooidin stion piogram monitoring
and assessments. Areas involved may include Children and Family Services, Health, Elderly Services and other special
grant—funded human serx ices programs. This position reports to the Community Sers ice Administrator or designee.
This specific assignment in ok es coordinating and managing a neighborhood program. ‘. hich
ill be based in the
NEe\vlt:tll\ ille section of New Haven. hicilitates the coordination of community partners, state agencies and other reentry
stakeholders fer the purpose of creating a cits wide, strategic and systematic delis cry of resources to the reentry popukition
that leads to reduced recidivism, increased emplos ment. access to continued education and the long term self—sufficiencs of
returning citizens,
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:
Graduation from a four—year college or university, with major course work in public administration, sociology. finance, or
human ser ices. (Graduate degree is preferred): and one to three years experience in working with the general public and a
diverse population in coinmunits de elopment or human service programs: as well as one sear to three sears of grant
funding e\perieitce or any equivalent combination of training and experience tt hich provides the necessary kno\\ ledge.
abilities and skills as stated in the job description, including but not limited to: Knowledge of pi’ogrant. public and pri ate
funding sources and nechanisms a ailable to accomplish program objectives. Knowledge of planning, management.
implementation and evaluation principles related to the administration of human service and community development
programs. Knowledge of grant research and needs analysis. Must possess ability to communicate effecti ely, orally and in
ss iiung st ith thL public clLctd officials cmplo eLs dLpartment hLads md community a.ents Must him c xpriLnLc
working ith teams, composing correspondence and reports and coordinating projects.
Emplos ment is contingent upon the successful completion of: ( I) a background check. (2 a phs sical examination. includuis drug
screening. and 3 a 00—das probationars period.
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144. American Federation of Stare. Counts and Nlunicipai
Emplo ees As a condition of continued employment, a person appointed to a Local 3144 bargaining unit position will be required to
obtain union membership at the completion of 90 working days.
Applications and job description may be picked up at the Department of I luman Resources at 200 Orange St.. 1 ° Floor, 1onday
ilirough F rdas 0 AM. to 5 P24. Applications and or resumes must be receim ed by the Department of 1 luman Resources
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AN EQ AL OPPOIt[L\ITY EsIF’1O ER ‘41/F/I)
I nimigra ion Itefiirin and Control Act of 1936 req u ire the hiring of only Anierican Citizens and aliens ho are authorized to work in i hr
L ii Hed Stales. Please post this announcement in a conspieuo us area on the I )cpartmeni Itii Iletin Board.
www. nhregistercom (monster.com) NEW HAEi\ IIECISlElt Traditional Classifleds February 17, 2015
Plumber
2LudigFacts New Haven
We are growing our team in New Hevenl
We are sShg icensed plumbers experienced in
multi-eidet:ai housing. We only do new
construction. not cleaning/service plumbing. We
offer aur plumbers incredible benefits including:
Tap ?a Btuses Medical Insjrance. Year Round
Work Vacation end Holidays Friendly and fun work
enviroiment Come find out why we’ve been in
business br over twenty years. We are also
seeking plumbing helners with no experience
necessary. Send us your resume and we’ll get a
meeting sc!ieduie as soon as possible. Let us know
whether you’re en experienced plumber or looking
to start a career in plumbing.
Apply on-line
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Welding Fabrication Teddclan
Al! American Waste Net, Ha?en, CT 36511
All American Waste is looking for a Welder?
Fabricator with a minimum of 5 years experience.
Work to include in shop and on-road service repair
in the New Haven area. The ideal candidate must
have a strong knowledge of fabrication with both
t.lig and arc welding. some hydraulic and electrical
systems knowledge and the ability to usa a variety
of maintenance tools including alactric. pnaumetic.
and welding equipment. and a valid CDL MW offers
excellent pay and benefits. Apply in person at 19
Wheeler St New Haven. CT Or fax résumé B
current copy of driving record to (203) 468-8230
Attn: Eric or apply by e-mail at ericaawIlc.com
Dunklo’ Denote Stare Manager
This is a great opportunity to begin building your
career at the ground level of a fast growing Ounkin’
Donuts franchisee. We currently have openings at
the Store Manager end Crew Member levels. Our
work environment is challenging, diverse, and fun.
You will be challenged to learn new skills as well as
building upon past experience.
Job Responsibilities and Qualifications
An ideal candidate for our stare manager position
would be a highly motivated individual who places
primary importance on delivering excellent
customer service to all of our guests and ensuring
that all of our employees do the same. The
candidate must also comply with all standards for
cost control merchandising. and sanitation.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word B Excel)
required. To apply please send all resumes to
ctjob&ïdekkgroup.com
HYAC Service Technician
CyberCoders
Recruiting New Haven, CT
We are currently seeking an experienced Teller? Wa are a growing oil company based in Weterbur’
Customer Service Representative to join our team of CT. We hr;e exceptional leadership We are
looking for someone that has experience
professionals hi New Haven. CT.
installing, maintaining and repairing heating.
Job Summary:
ientiiation. and cooling units. Diagnose and
The Teller/Customer Service Representative will be repair of electronic. mechancal and eie:trica’
responsible for building end preserving strong components of these systems. We would love the
banking relationships with customers. This position is opportunity to ted you more about ar ra:
also responsible for providing superior customer opportunity
service while ensuring daily branch responsibilities Top Reasons to Work with Us
I. Excellent Leadership
are being completed efficiently.
2. Great Benefits
Job Responsibilities
3. Growing Company
Assist in daily branch opening end closing
4. Salary lip to 50k
Open new accounts while obtaining e necessary What ‘lou Need for this Position
information and documentation
At Least I Year of experience and knowledge of:
Cross-sell bank products and services by
Service Technician
understanding the diverse needs of each customer
Installations
end building strong rapport
HVAC
Provide superior customer service. including but
licensed
not limited to: answering phones. greeting customers So. if you are a Service Technician with
in lobby, evaluating each customer’s specific needs. experience. please apply todayl
quickly and efficiently processing teller trensections
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Assist brench manegement with balancing of vault Are you a good fit for
this position?
and ATMs
Assist with daily overdreft decisions
Natta Geye is recroiting for this position.
Assist other brench personnel/perform other Email your resume
to Netta
duties, as required
Netta.GayeCyberCoders.com
Requirements
Job ID: NGI-1l90876
Education and Experiencs
Pleese do NOT change the email subject line in
High School Diploma or equivalent
any
way. You must keep the JoblO: CC MonsterAp:
Minimum of 2 years of prior banking experience
NGl-1190616 in the email subject line for yor
Skills and Abilities
application to be considered. Thank you.
Excellent communication skills in both verbal and Netta Gaye I Executive Recruiter I CyberCoders
More HVAC Technician- Oil Company jobs at
written
CyberCoders
. Inc is proud to be an Equal
Excellent customer service skills
Opportunity
Employer
Excellent time management end interpersonal
All quelified applicants will receive consideretkn
skills
Must be detail-oriented and an effective team- for employment without regard to race, color.
religion. sex. netionel origin. disability protected
player
veteran
status. or any other charecteristic
Must be willing to work alternating shifts including
protected by law.
Saturdays
Your Right to Work In compliance with feder&
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary; commensurate with law, all persons hired will be required to verify
identity and eligibility to work in the United States
experience
and to complete the required employment
Benefits package available
eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Apply on-line
Teller I Customer Service Representative
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Customer Counter Clerk
Manpower is cu-ready recruiting for a Customer
Counter Clerk position for a large package handling
client in North Haven. CT!
Job Pesposbilities
• ?rimry dut’es ndude support responsibilities
the vLstcmer caiter such as: greeting
tustomers. inspecting shipments and shipping
documents. and other general support
responsibilities.
• £onUgsnt ;zrkers may also be required assist
:ustomers
shipping pirchases cjhich will
reqiâre handlicg cash.
• Amount of cash in registers in limited to $200 or
less.
• LIPS managers are required to audit cash drawer
each day.
• This position maj also require lifting up to 7fllbs
bLt majcrity of packages will weigh much less.
• May also require loading of packages into trucks.
PayRatt
• $18.00/hour
Hours
• 12pm to 7pm
Contract Length:
I Year
For additional details on this role contact
Jennifer Kryszewski
Email: jennifer.kryszewslcimanpowergroup.com
Please go to www.menpowerjobs.com and create a
profile 41th us and contact this recruiter directly.
NEW HAVEN IIEGIS’I’EII Traditional Classifieds
HDUSEKEEPINB S LAUNDRY, MANA6EMENT
TRAINEE
Health Care Services Group New Haven
As an entry level management person. you will learn
the operation of our business From the ground up.
Working side by side with one of our district trairing
managers. you wiil get your hands on experience as
*e1 as an a:;areness of our company culture and
business philosophy. This paid training program
extends for 80 days and will prepare each trainee to
run their own facility as the next step in their
development process.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a facility manager for Haalthcare Services
Group. your responsibilities will include:
Managing a staff between 10-25 employees
Responsibility for daily payroll and budget
management
Recruitment and training of all front line staff
Acting as a liaison between the facility end HCSG
Marketing our services to other facilities in the
area
Developing a strong assistant manager
Ordering supplies
Day to day oversee of the operetions in the
departments
PROMOTIONAL POSSIBILITIES
Healthcare Services group. Inc. has several levels of
management throughout the organization. which
allows every management person to move on a
career path best suited for their skills end talents.
Account manager
Training manager
Aree(key) manager
District manager
Regional manager
Regional sales director
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BENEFIT& With performance-based promotional
opportunities, you have tIm flexibility to chart your
own professional course.
w:Iworce
Affiance
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If you are unemployed and seeking
work you should connect to
services coordinated by
New Haven’s
Workforce Alliance
560 Ella t Grasso Boulevard
New Haven, CT 06519
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COMPETITIVE SALARY Comprehensive benefit
package includes health, dentaL life, disability. 401k
stock purchase plan and awarding stock options
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February 17, 2015
Retail Assistant Manager
Avenue. a fashion reaiIer specia;zng in pam s.z
women’s apparel is looking for a Retail Assistan
Manager in our Hamden, New Haven, Milfori
markets.
If you are a fashion forward. customer servite
oriented individual locking to work for a gre:
ccmpany. then k,anue is the piece for cot!
PLiRPGSE:
The Assistant Manager is responsible o
assisting the Store Manager in the overal
operations of the store and takes responsibilit’
for all store activities in the Manager and Co
Manager’s absence. He or *e is 9spcrsbi! :
assisting in maximizing overall sales periormar’
and profitability of the store, covering the s:.
operations. merchandising standards, soles an
service as well as supervision of all Associates ii
the absence of the Manager end Co-Manager
EXPERIENCE
•
At least I year of retail exparien:e
previous Assist Manager experience prelerres
TALENT/SKILLS:
• Strong fashion sense and knowledge of curren
fronds
• Ability to delegate effectively and get results
• Demonstrated ability to build the business ard
drive sales
• Strong merchandising. operational ena
organizational skills
• Drive for excellent customer service end
selling the products
• Strong communication and interpersonal
skills
• The ability to meet the physical
requirements of the job. including but not hm:tEd
to: ability to utilize 4-foot. B-foot and 8-foot
leddert ability to handle cartons weighing up to
50 lb&
EDUCATION:
High School diploma required: cotlege degres
preferred
To apply, please e-mail your resume to Rebecca
Hayes, District Sales Manager by clicking on
APPLY below.
Avenue Stores. LLC is an Equal Opportunity
Employer
Appiy on-b
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I 1:VE REGISTER Traditional Classitieds
Drivers independent contractors/owner
Automotive Service Store Manager (Retail)
operators
Monro Muffler B Brake New Haven, CT
Do. you have the energy and the selling skills to be
a su.perstar closer?
San you lead a high performance team that can
turn it on everyday?
A.re you interested in being developed for hi.gher
leadership roles in a company that has ooubled its
store count twice over the last 19 years?
if you answered “NO to any of the above questions,
then don’t bother responding. We are only looking for
SUE ERSTARS to join our team.
We are the best performing company in the retail tire
and auto service business and business, for us, is
0009. We operate in 22 states with PS? stores and
have created top wages and growth opportunities for
our best performers.
We are not hiring experience alone!
Experience is a plus but a Sense of Urgency IS
required and we will train the right people.
$95,099 is average. So if you are as good as our
average, you will earn $05.000.
Our best performers are earning $75,990 $90,000
a year. We are looking for the superstars that can
earn that B figure salary.
Parts! ant U is seekino prifessiunal. quabty focused
independent contractors/owner operators in the
New Hn’pR area fnr seine day deliveries. Smart
phone a plus but not required.
MUST live in the New Haven area.
MUST OWN reliafde and fuel efficient car.
Routes run Monday Friday lOAM to PPM.
lndependert contractors are subject to
U ackground checks, drug screens, end/er motor
vehicle checks,
If you are interested: in learninq more. call i-877
4!b45h5 or visit
https//HE.etg:stlcs.com/contractor-opportunities
Weekend Scheduler
New: Haven
end Scheduler for VNA of South Central
t
‘Wee
Lonnechcut I or 2 weekends per month is
responsible for working closely with the Weekend
Manager to handle phone calls, do computer work,
prepare admission paperwork and assist with
scheduling cases on Saturdays and Sundays. The
position is IS hours per week, We are looking for
one candidate for every weekend, or two
candidates who can alternate weekends. We will
train the right candidate who can work
independently, has good computer skills and can
easily learn new program, is reliable and
possesses excellent telephone and customer
service experience. There is a job requirement to
work one summer and one winter holiday a week.
The position pays $19.00 per hour and is a nonbenefited position.
We will NOT consider
candidates who do not have experience working in
a health care or human services environment
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Alliance
If you are unernployed and seeking
work you should connect to
services coordinated by
New Haven’s
Workforce Alliance
560 Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
NewHaven,CT 06519
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Job Requirements:
Active state drivers license
Must have good computer, communication B
telephone skills
Retail/Sales Management experience The ability
and willingness to consistently provide superior
customer service
Jim.EllisWmonro.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Individuals 25 years or older with NO HISTORY of
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February 10, 2015
Experienced Sales Manager New Haven
I am n.ot sure hew familiar you are w. Jordan’:
Furn.iture- the mast amanno furniture. s5ore iv.
i.ndustrv, We i.ave stores in Avon. Rea.dinr, and Nuti’c
MA, Warwic.k Ri. Nashua NH. and srjo.n rnayFqTlpnT:
Have you. ever wondered what it would be. v5e to ioi:
the J-Team? The culture at Jordan’s Furr,iture is. fur
uniaue and one ot’ a kind. We work h.ard any: we have
great time demo it. When you are surroundeul
peoele who are passionate about what then Or. an’
who er,00ur2ge. support and recoor,izes each, oi.her,
brin.gs out the BEST ir., every employee. it’s time
avperiance it for yeurselfl
Are you ready’ to motivate and lea.o’
competitive, commissioned Sales Team or our
Bedding Sales Team? Jordan’s Furniture I:
look.ing for Sales Managers and a Beddino Sal.e:
Manager. Responsibilities: The Sales Manag.er:
and Bedding Managers manage and direct their
Sales Team in meeting sales and profit goats. I:
this position, you are also responsible for
Interviewing, hiring, coaching. supervisinc
motivating. evaluating, scheduling and disciplinin:
Sales/Bedding Sales Consultants
ldentifyinr
training and procedural needs to increase sale:
productivity: making recommendations to Stor:
Manager and implementing necessary’ change:
Reviewing and analyzing sales reports to monito’
the productivity level of Sales/Bedding Sale:
Consultants and ensuring that all budgeted sale:
goals are met
Responding to escalate:
customer service issues and resolving problem:
Monitoring sales floor to ensure all guests ar:
being assisted by sales personnel
Oualifications: The qualified candidate must have
Minimum 5 years combined sales an:
management in high volume major retailer o
equivalent education/experience
Ability tr
motivate, lead and direct others
Sob:
understanding of product knowledge as i
pertains to the furniture industry (Beddinr
Managers- Bedding experience is preferred
Sound judgment and decision-making skill:
Basic computer proficiency
Effechv:
interpersonal, written and oral communicatior
skills
If you’re ready to make a difference in you
career, we are interested in speaking with you
Jordan’s Furniture is proud to offer
comprehensive benefits package to 00
employees. Visit our Careers page to learn more
http://www.jordansjobs.com/benefits.htm
Job Reference Code: 14572
Jordan’s Furniture is an equal opportunity
employer.
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ments to your resume, which you
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CULThIATE FRIENDSHIPS
AT WORK
can under
coworkers
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stand and appreciate what life is
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DEER?i1llE WHICH ASPECTS the time you invest in getting to
OF YOUR J03 YOU UXE
know them.
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SEE THE BIG PICTURE AND ThE
of whatever that is. When you
LITfl.E PICTURES
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is the big picture—
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like, your workday will be ener
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your
overall
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professional
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or little
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coworker or boss dislikes. Find pictures that will get you
like
joining
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win situation.
finding a mentor—something
LEARN FROM ThE BEST
you can accomplish today.
AROUND YOU
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Who in your office seems to
ThE RIGHT PATH
really enjoy—and excel—at
their work? What can you learn
Are you really doing what
from them? People who like
you want to do? Does what you
coming to work radiate positive
think you should be doing
energy, and their spirit can be
interfere with what you want to
infectious. Let the energy rub
be doing? None of the above
off on you.
suggestions will work if your
career
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DETERMIIAE YOUR
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CAREER SIGNATURE
and natural abilities. If a
If you had to write down one assessment is in order, career
make
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Write down the things that
stress you out at work. Circle
the ones you have control over,
and cross out the ones you
don’t. Vow to stop spending
energy on the crossed-out items
redirect your energy on finding
solutions to the problems you
can change.
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DO THE JOB ABOVE YOUR
CURRENT POSITION
Offer to take on some of the
responsibilities in the position
just above you. Becoming famil
iar with that role makes you an
obvious choice for future pro
motion.
ACCOMPUSII PROJECTS THAT
DIRECTLY AFFECT YOUR RESUME
When taking on new proj
ects, try to select those that will
most likely benefit you. Be sure
to quantify the results of your
work and add these accomplish-
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inadve rterltiy give less conside ation to certain job candidates based solely on their unempioyncent status. Neverthc ic ss, having: a
resume with gaas in work history can pose a challenge for the job seeker. This challenge is not insurmountabie, and SHRM
members ohm me foliowinn advice to heitl you, as a job seeker, put your best foot forward.
Step 1: Approach your job search as though it WERE yourjob
vote Owe-- on to egnr hours a day—to finding a job. Set a scheduie with daily tasks in ordier to estahsh a stmc:urcd
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and other orcianizations host meetings for job seekers. It may help you to discuss your efforts with others.
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kwh activ: ties to show that you are still engaged in your community and focused on gaining skills and gualificutons. edtivities
coo Oil time on our resume, showing employers that you havent been stagnant since you left your previous 05000.
Personal Development or Professional Development
Clasm s at a community college, university or training program can keep you up-to-date with technology and otner trench n
four fieid so [net you’ll be informed when you do go on interviews or even chat informally with employers.
Many educational institutions have career centers with well-connected advisors who know what employers arc looking for
end who is hiring. Consider a training program or temporary position, offered by many employers. Short-term positions give
you a chance to test-drive a specific job or company.
Development Through Volunteer Engagement
Volunteering can involve much more than planting trees and painting buildings; it’s also a great way to learn new skills. You
can design a wehsitc, organize an event, write letters on behalf of tile organization or have any variety of other responsibi.lities.
V’oiunteering can give you exposure to a new field or allow you to try out a new career.
Volunteering at a specific
organization you want to work for is an excellent way to get your foot in the door and make a notable first impression. If you call
show you are a valuable and effective volunteer, employers will think you may make a valuable and effective employee.
Volunteering enables you to expand your network. By working on a cause you are passionate about, you will nicer likeminded people, some of whom may be able to help with yourjob search.
Volunteering is a fun and valuable way to break up tile monotony and provide you with an anchor while you look for a job. It
can also provide a sense of accomplishment.
Step 3: Update and revise your resume
Understand the online application process before submitting your resume. Applying for ajob today requires that you tailor
your resume to the so celtic position. Before submitting your resume, make sure it contains sonic of the <cv vvords that are
outlined in mc ,joo description.
Use terms that apply to the specific job and/or industry. Sprinkling in newer terms can show that you’re current with the
technology and other trends of the field.
Include accomplisnments—both at work and outside of it—so employers can see how you’v’e done, not just wnat you’ve done
Quant:f’ your experiences. Use numbers to communicate changes or improvements you have made over a specific period.
Examples include quantitative gains in production or performance, notable customer satisfaction, greater organizational
performance, cost reductions or cost avoidance.
Include legitimate volunteer or nontraditional work experience, to eliminate or decrease any gaps in employment.
If your formal education occurred more than 10 years ago, consider taking dates off and adding other training or education
you have obtained since then.
Step 4: Network, network, network
NOtvvOrklng’ .5 sEll the most effective way to find out aboutjobs. Prepare your “elevator speech,” in which you descrioe your 5kb
and career goals in two minutes. Preparing ahead helps you take advantage of opportunities to talk, at a moments notice, won
someone who may he in a position to help you.
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Reach out to family, friends, neighbors and associates.
Use your connections to your advantage. The more people you know, the better your chances of finding and landing ajob.
Talk with your previous employers and co-workers. People who have seen you at work before and are in your field of experience
can be the best people to know.
SccC out community groups for assistance, including those for unemployed people, who help one another with leads
references and other support. Programs, both formal and informal, have started in communities nationwide.
it you can’t find a group in your community, start one. With nearly a quarter of Americans laid off at some point Decaurn oi the
recess;on coo do not have to he alone in your search. Be willing to help others in your groups. Paytng it forward can be of groat
trencho o’ncn ‘cour colleagues get settied in a new role. Not only will t help you, hut it looks great to businesses ifycFu let
stcrteci a cooeD or are active in one that ne!ps people in the community.
Use online sites, including LinkedIn.
have a Linkedin profl;e, create one. Employers use this site to look for new talent so make sure your proo
“flcccvords tnat are relevant to jobs that interest you.
Use toe secech funct:on on Linkenln to find profies of people seeking positions simJar to what you are nteresterl
i-en usc: trrase profiles as templates to modify your profile.
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JoIn cuas that appi to yuu. Many industries, regions and even companies have tneir own pages. These are a cj;ea: rec,’cc’
of nfc:m;ton and a way to keep current with what’s happening in a particular field.
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Reach out to employers that interest you.
Many companies host open houses or exhibitions to showcase their work, If it looks interesting to you, check it out. Ass
questions and make some contacts, too.
If you want to talk vvith someone at an organization, go for it. Reach out to a firm you have great interest in and ask to come in
and learn more about it. Don’t mention employment in the first conversation, A good first impression can lead to that imvcrtant
referral or helpful information,
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Look for local nonprofit or government organizations that can help you with your job search.
Never pay an organization to find you a job—most likely it is not a legitimate business.
Take advantage of the services that government-funded Career One Stop centers offer. These centers provide bee assistance
seekers. More information is available at http://www.careeronestop.org/
Learn about local nonprofit organizations serving the long-term unemployed. The programs are as varied as the communitic’s
tney serve and can be researched online.
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Step 5: Become More Technologically Proficient
Its no secret that many employers look up their applicants online. While most people know to keep offensive pictures and
posts off Facebook. you can take this a step further by creating a brand for yourself. Use Linkedln as your p rimary tool, hut earn
more aoout how to effectively use Twitter and Facehook as a means of “branding yourself.”
Social networks are an excellent way to interact with potential employers. Sharing information via a status update on Linkedln
or re.tweeting or tweeting at an employer or sending messages on Facebook with relevant information can get you noticed.
Scanning blogs on relevant topics allows you to stay up-to-date with the industry and hear different perspectives. Commenting
on blogs and engaging with their authors are other valuable methods of gaining contacts in the field.
Joining listserves is a great way to crowdsource your information gathering. People often mention opportunities they heard of
or topics they think are worth sharing.
Although it’s efficient to comb through the larger online job boards, it’s worth noting that many listings receive hundreds of
applicants. One way to find less visible opportunities is to research what companies you might like to work for and search their
sites for vacancies. It takes longer to do this, but you mayjust find that perfect under-the-radar opportunity. Following up your
application with a message to the company contact person further enhances your potential of being noticed.
If you need help in navigating the world of computers or even getting access to a computer consider a local library. Most
libraries have computers available to the public, and some offer free resources like classes or coaching. Career One-Stops also
offer classes and computers for public use.
Step 6: Prepare for your future interview
Cot fit by exercising and eating right. When you feel good you will come across well in an interview.
Consider how you look. A good haircut and neat, clean business attire are a way to say “I respect myself.” You don’t have to
buy ecpensive suits if you don’t have the budget; just scour the resale shops, and make sure the clothes fit and are clean arM
irc)ren.
Aclciress gaps in your resume’s work history upfront. Offering an explanation prevents a potential employer from makirin
assumptions that may be incorrect. Similarly, take the opportunity to address any possible concerns about your being
c,.’erciualded for the position. When a candidate raises the issue, this can help put an employer’s mind at ease.
Never underestimate the value of a handwritten note. Send one to each person who takes time to meet with you in an
interview or with whom you have a key networking conversation. In a high-tech world, the high-touch approach always cots
not ced.
Online Resource for the Job Seeker
www.shrm.org/workforcereadiness —SHRM developed this webpage to house information about workforce readiness and long
term unemployment. Information on this site can give you a better understanding of how HR professionals view these issues,
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get out of the hot seat as
quickly as possible, but fight
that urce.
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interviewer you were listening
while they were talking, con
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pany and helps you decide if
it’s where you want to work.
After all, interviews are a two
way street the hiring team
decides whether you’re what
they want in an employee, and
you decide if the company
culture and specific role are
where you want to devote
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job interview.
1 “flow do yon define sne
cess for this Job?”
This question helps you get a
clear understanding of what
the job entails and the expc
tations the company will have
for you in it, says John Crossman, president of real estate
management firm Crossman
& Company.
For example, if you’re apply
ing for a sales position, an
answer to this question might
he that you acquire 10 new cli
ents in the next 90 days. It
may also be that you upsell
current custorhers by 25 per
cent over 90 days. As a can di
date, you’ll want to know
whether you’ll he cold-calling
prospects or focusing on exist
ing customers before you
make your decision.
2. S metbing specific about
the organization
It’s always a great idea to ask
a qucctiin that shows you did
your research before the inter
view says Chris Delaney,
author of”The 73 Rules of
Influencing the Interview.” He
recommends building rapport
and showcasing your research
skills with a technique he calls
“share expertise ask ques
tion.”
His example: “1 recentiy read
that the organization is look
ing to break into Europe.
What do you foresee as the
main barrier with this proj
ect?”
“If the interviewer responds
that they love how they can
make their yoga class each
night arid log back onto work
from home if ne’ded. then
you know the company takes
work-life balance seriously,’
she explains.
5. “Do you see any reason I
might not be a good fit for
this position?”
It may seem counterintuitive
to inquire about your poten
tial flaws during an intervic
hut it’s actually a great thing
3.”Can I have a quick
to bring up at the end of the
tour?”
interview says Morgan Nich
ols, managing partner at Chi
See also: “Can I meet some
cago-based recruiting and
people I’d he working with?”
staffing firm Torrev & Gray,
“This gives you an opportuni
Both questipns will get you
tv to know that the interview
out of the interview room and: er is thinking about you
and
allow you to get a better look
gives you a last chance to clar
at the office, This will give you ifv any misconceptions they
a chance to gauge co-worker
may have or elaborate further
interaction, workspace design on something important.”
(lighting, noise level, cleanli
ness) and the department as a
whole, says Michelle Corner,
practice area leader and vice
president at the Messina
Group, a staffing consulting
firm.
Requesting a tour or a quick
introduction to potential co
workers also”signals to the
interviewer that a candidate is
taking a vested interest in the
position,” she says.
4. “What is your favorite
part about working here?”
“Companies, like job candi
dates, are puffing their best
foot forward during the inter
view process, often highlight
ing all of their corporate
perks. By asking every person
you interview with what they
like best about working at the
company you’ll get a better
sense of the perks that people
regularly experience versus
the perks that live only on
paper,” explains Sherry Dixon,
a senior vice president at
Adecco Staffing US.
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employment of Americans struggling with long-term unemployment. The grants are part of the Ready to
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employers, nonprofit organizations and federal job training programs to help connect ready-to-work
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Voice/TDD 203-624-1493 x258
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The Workforce Alliance and the CT Department of Labor often arrange on-site job fairs at an employer’s location. Job fairs are a big help for
employers. Reading your resume is not enough; employers must meet and interview job-seekers. Job fairs save employers time and money,
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Who Can Get A Ride?
Rides to Work serves eligible low-income residents in South Central Connecticut.
Do you see yourself?
I am on public assistance
I am not on public assistance, but I support minor children
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The South Central region of Connecticut ranges from the cities of New Haven, Meriden and Middletown to the suburban areas of Milford,
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the two large urban areas of New Haven and Meriden. Rides to Work has developed specific projects for many of the cities and towns
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New Haven
Greater New Haven Transit District
Donna Carter, Executive Director
203-288-6282
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Middletown Transit District
Thomas Cheeseman, Administrator
860-346-0212
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The Workforce Alliance supports four CiWorks Career Centers, providing services for job seekers
and employers within the South Central Connecticut region. There are 20 CTWorks Career Centers,
statewide.
Job development job fairs have the people you need. Workforce Alliance offers an array of job
development services to employees looking for jobs and careers, through our employee services
professionals at the four ClWorks Career Centers. Job Fairs can be a great source of information. Chck
here to for Information on upcoming job fairs.
Job-seekers can visit our computer lab, workshops or make an appointment to meet with an employment
specialist, who may suggest training opportunities. If you are looking for the ideal job or help with writing a
cover letter check out our career resource library.
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The Job & Career ConneCTion is a good tool for students, teachers, counselors, job developers, job
seekers, and anyone who wants complete information on jobs and careers. The Job & Career ConneCTion
also provides help in writing a résumé, getting through the job interview, and finding day care for your
children.
CTWorks’ Jobs First Employment Services (JFES) offers employers the opportLinity to hire eligible
participants for 16 weeks of employment at no charge. Employees are paid $8 per hour for up to 20 hours
work per week during the program. Learn More
The CTWorks Career Centers are operated by HRA, Inc. The CTWorks Career Center in New Haven is
open Monday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. and on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from
8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. CTWorks in Hamden, Middletown and Meriden are open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. Monday through Friday.
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New Haven: 560 Ella T. Grasso Blvd. I Phone: 203.867.4030 I Voice/TDD 203-624-1493 x258
CT Works Career Centers
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Employment and Training
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps) recipients throughout
Connecticut may be eligible to participate in an Employment and Training Program. The Employment and
Training program was created by Congress in 1987 as a means to assist able-bodied clients in obtaining
employment. From the start, the purpose of the Employment and Training program has been to help
SNAP households gain skills that will increase self-sufficiency. States are allowed flexibility in designing and
operating their Employment and Training programs.
If you are receiving SNAP in Connecticut, and not receiving financial assistance from the Temporary Family
Assistance program, you may be eligible to participate in one of the following activities; English as a Second
Language, General Equivalency Diploma, Adult Basic Education, Work Experience or Structured Job Search
Skill Training. The Connecticut Employment and Training program also offers short term vocational
programs at several area colleges and nonprofit providers.
DSS has currently partnered with ten organizations to provide these Employment and Training program
services. They are:
1. Career Resources
Bridgeport
203-610-8677
2. Community Renewal Team
Hartford
860-560-5765
3. Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board
Franklin
860-859-4100 ext. 22
4. The Kennedy Center
Waterbury
203-365-8522 ext. 239
5. Capital Community College
Hartford
860-905-5029
6. Opportunities Industrialization Center New London
860-447-1731
7. Gateway Community College
New Haven
203-285-2408
8. Asnuntuck Community College
Enfield
860-253-3128
East Hartford
860-727-6793
New Haven
203-624-1493 x270
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Goodwin College
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find employment in the currentjob market. All ten do their own recruiting and will be happy to discuss
their programs with Connecticut SNAP recipients. Interested persons do not need to live in the town where
the services are provided and may self-initiate at any location.
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SNAP participants to seek jobs that provide financial self-sufficiency. To find out how Career
Resources, Inc. (CR1) can help, you are invited to attend the SNAP Employment & Training
Orientation and Informational Workshop.
CR! is offering several opportunities to eligible SNAP recipients so that you can gain skills,
training or experience that will increase your employment prospects and jumpstart your career.
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Increase your income earnings to better provide for yourself and your family
identify the different types of employment activities you can get involved in...for free
Understand what you must do to remain eligible to take advantage of our program and
services
If you are interested in attending an orientation, please call for information regarding
our upcoming workshops
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(203> 624-1493 ext 270
[email protected]
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• Two national certifications, ServSafe Food
HandleC and ServSafe A1cohol
Through the Accelerating Connections to
Employment (ACE) Grant, Gateway students
can gain work experience while taking a
career preparation program in front of the
house service. ihe program lasts 10 weeks
(8 in the classroom and 2 in the internship).
Offered through CT Works; funded by the US.
Department of Labor and the Annie E. Casey
Foundation.
Requirements
• Desire to learn in a fast.paced, hospitality/
service environment
• Respond positively to feedback from a
mentor/supervisor
• Reading. math and occupational readiness
assess inents
• Background check
• High school diploma or GED
Sign up now! Participants
will be selected by lottery
only 20 seats are available.
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For more information contact Ralph Wright, CT
Works, at rwright.ctwhs@ctgov or Erika Lynch
at Gateway Community Colleges The GREAT
Center at [email protected] or call 203)
28E-2302.
For more intormation visit workforcealliance.biz
or GatcsvavCT.edu/AChinternship.
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every Monday and Wednesday at 930am in Room N102 at
Gateway Community College, 20 Church, New Haven
No reservation needed’
A Community Health Worker (CHW) complements clinically-trained health care
teams comprised of physicians, physician assistants, and nurses, among others. CHWs
carry out a broad range of responsibilities that facilitate access to health care services
and that support patients achieve goals in their care plans. Examples include:
About the program
Community College students have
the opportunity to attend career
preparation programs at Gateway and
move quickly into employment. ACE as
funded by the U S Department of Labor
and Annie E Casey Foundation
Acceptance into this program is not
guaranteecL Participants will be selected
by lottery
• Positively connecting to the community
• Helping others find access to health care and social services
• Managing cases and coordinating care
Contact
• Delivering home-based support services
Ralph Wright
CT Works
(203)624-1493 x 243
rwnght ctwbs@ ct gov
• Coaching and promoting good health
Bi-lingual speakers are encouraged to apply.
Visit workforcealliance.biz or
GatewayCT.edu/Great-Center for more information.
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The GREAT Center at Gateway
(203) 285-2298
[email protected]
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branches for a world of know/edge and information at your fingertips. Through its collection, media,
seivices and programs, the library promotes literacy, reading, personal development and cultural
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an interactive career resource designed for people of all ages.
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New Haven, CT 06510
Phone (203) 752—9711
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(203) 751-9777
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Who We Are
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Our Services
NCD is a group of college students committed to bridging the gap between the college community
and New Haven at large. We offer a welcoming environment providing case management for lowincome and homeless clients. NCD is run entirely by volunteers, with cooperation from several
gracious community partners.
No Closed Doors aims to harness the skills of college students to break down barriers and open
doors between people and the resources that they need to succeed. We believe that everyone in our
community should have access to the services, opportunities and attention they need to achieve
personal success.
Our service is unique in that it has no eligibility requirements for clients. We do not turn anyone
away, unless they pose a security threat to themselves, other clients or volunteers. In addition, there
is no limit on the services that clients can receive from us. All of our volunteers are passionate and
friendly college students, eager to provide flexible and comprehensive assistance that complements
the more specialized services provided by other community organizations. Our program is also
unique for students, as it provides an outlet for them to make a direct, substantial, and meaningful
impact in the community in which they live and study.
NCD open:
Monday through Thursday 1
5 p.m.
Fridays 1 1 a.m. 5 p.m.
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that you call us at (203) 752—971 1, e—mail us nocloseddoorsgmail.com
or fill out the form found on our website: www.yale.edu/ncd under the clients section.
NCD’s success is contingent on successful partnerships with other community service agencies from around
New Haven. Please let us know if you are interested in referring clients to our organization, having us refer
clients to you, or partnering with our outreach team to connect with our city’s most marginalized citizens.
We are grateful to the outstanding organizations we already work with, including:
• Liberty Community Services
• SAGA Support Services
• Community Action Agency
Columbus House
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746 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT
STRIVE-New Haven, part of Career Resources, Inc. conducts employability skills training
workshops that assist job seekers in obtaining and maintaining employment. The STRIVE
program is a three week, 105 hour workshop designed to better prepare people to market
themselves, close the deal at the interview, and successfully transition back to work. STRIVENew Haven began operation in September of 2000, and is an affiliate of STRIVE New York, and
a network of STRIVE sites located in 17 cities throughout the country, as well as Israel and the
United Kingdom. The STRIVE modelfocuses on attitude and soft skills development to assist job
seekers in their quest for employment. Graduates of the program earn lifetime job placement
assistance, as well as access to supportive services advocacy. STRIVE maintains a 75% job
placement rate for its graduates, proving the effectiveness of the training model and service
delivery.
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Call (203) 777 1720 to pre-register
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Single Adults including 18—20 year-olds
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as HUSKY D. Check with your primary provider on changes to services
covered under this again revised plan.
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medical appointments or who are receiving out-patient clinical care.
Transportation is coordinated through
Call to learn about how you may receive rides or bus passes to your
regularly scheduled appointments at:
1—888—248-9895
http://www. ct.qov/aqinqservices
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A Senior Community Service Employment Program funded under Title V of the Older Americans Act
through the US. Department of Labor enables us to providejob skills training to low-income Individuals,
age 55 and older in Connecticut.
Ready to Work participants are placed in temporary training assignments where they gain valuable
on-the-job work experience and training needed to gain meaningful employment.
Participants will work 20 hours a week at the training sites for which they will be paid minimum wage.
Goals
• To assist participants in acquiring marketable jobs skills and
• To help participants secure meaningful unsubsidized employment
Program Objectives
• Participate in community service assignments to learn new skills in on the job training
• Assistance in resume development
• Assistance in developing job search skills
• Increase opportunities to obtain jobs in the private sector
• Referrals to supportive services as needed
• Change stereotypes about older workers through public education and demonstrated success
Qualifications
• Be unemployed
• Be 55 years of age or older and a resident of Connecticut
• Have an annual family income that is not more than 125% of the federal poverty income
guidelines.
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Ready to Work Providers Greater New Haven Area:
Agency on Aging of South Central CT
One Long Wharf Dr., New Haven, CT 06511
Ron Webb, (203) 785-8533 [email protected]
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the Hispanic Her’tage. Festa Latna is a one-day
event that brings together families from
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until further notice due to renovations at the main campus
Certification Testing follows Course
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A HIGH SCHOOL D/PL OMA/GED & A N INTEREST IN HELPING PEOPLE
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550 REGISTRA TION FEE (NOT COVERED BY WAIVER) WHEN ACCEPTED
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$110 PROMETRIC REGISTRY TEST FE SCRUBS UNIFORM
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(203) 248-2430 ext 387
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New Haven Adult & Continuing Education Center
580 Ella T. Grasso Blvd
New Haven, Connecticut 06519 start by calling: (203) 492-0213
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Adult Education Classes offered throughout New Haven at these affiliated programs;
Centro San Jose Crossroads CT Works Gateway Community College
Yale New Haven Hospital
Grant Street Partnership
Project Green Project MORE
New Haven FamLvAlliOnce
Youth Build JUNTA
Head Start West Rock Development Corporation
The Sierra Center & others
0/C Job Corps
Casa Otonal
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General Educational Development (GED)
English and math classes are geared towards improving reading skills as well as working on basic math, English grammar and writing skills,
science, social studies and literature. In addition, students can use computer.assisted software in the computer lab. Students advance through
various levels according to the skills they acquire. The focus of the GED program is to prepare students to pass the GED Tests. Preparation
includes problermsolving skills in the subject areas of language arts, which include reading and writing, social studies, science and
mathematics, Classroom instruction is supplemented by computer..assisted instruction with a GED interactive computer program. GED classes
are also offered in Spanish. Students receive a diploma issued by the State of Connecticut when they pass the official exam.
High School Credit Diploma Program (CDP)
In the High School Credit Diploma Program, students earn academic credit in required subjects )English, Math, History, and Science), which are
added to any credits already earned in previous high school classes. Upon fulfilling core requirements and attaining 22 credits, students receive
a high school diploma, awarded by the New Haven Board of Education. As an alternative high school program, students benefit from small
classes and a committed teaching staff. While High School Credit classes meet Monday through Thursday, between 9:00AM and 1:00PM,
electives and Curriculum Packet classes begin at 9:00AM and end at 3:00PM and are also offered on Fridays. Please be sure to see your
counselor for your schedule.
External Diploma Program (EDP)
The External Diploma Program EDP is a high school diploma program for adults who have acquired their academic skills through life and
work experiences and can demonstrate what they have learned. EDP measures academic and life skills, such as Reading, Critical Thinking, Oral
Communications, Mathematics, Writing, Self Awareness, Consumer Awareness, Occupational Awareness, Scientific Awareness, and Social
Awareness.
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English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
The New Haven Adult Education Centers ESOL program includes participants from 103 countries worldwide. Many of our students are new to
this country and must learn the language and customs quickly for social interaction as well as to seek employment. Others are interested in
advancing their reading, writing and speaking skills. Our trained ESOL staff welcomes all new students into our warm and truly multicultural
environment. We offer courses ranging from Survival English to Advanced English.
ESOL College Preparation (TOEFLC’- Test of English as a Foreign Language)
The New Haven Adult Education Center offers a program for academically qualified applicants who need to meet university English language
requirements. This course is designed to help students improve listening comprehension, structure and written expression as well as reading
comprehension. essay writing and speaking. It offers test taking tips, skills and strategies and is intended to prepare students for the English
language skills tested on the (TOEFLT.) Internet Based Test. The course also includes computer lab time offering both tutorial and practice on
the format and style of the (TOEFL) Internet Based Test. in addition, ESOL College Preparation students are encouraged to register for our
free ESOL classes and free lab sessions. The cost of tuition is S250.00. The BookiCD-ROM costs S65.00.
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Teen Parent Outreach Program (TPOP)
The focus of this program is parenting, family lileracy, and GED preparation. Young mothers or fathers with small children under the age of 5 attend classes while their
cnildren are cared for in a fully equipped nursery. Students learn parenting and social development skills at the same time they are studying for their GED Tests. Space is
limited in this program. For more information call Jody at 492.0213 ext. 228.
Live outside New Haven? Check with your town’s Adult Education program:
East Haven (203) 468-3350
Hamden (203) 407-2028
Shelton (Derby) (203) 924-6651, ext 106
West Haven (203) 937-4375
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For English Speaking Adults in the New Haven community.
Improve your reading and writing skills!
Learn to:
understand words and phrases
read Forms and documents
read to your children & read for enjoyment
C/asses are held on Monday & Wednesday mornings, Tuesday & Thursday
mornings, and Tuesday & Thursday evenings.
All classes are held at the
Literacy Resource Center, 4 Science Park, New Haven, CT
Those studying with us our students are placed in small group classes of
4 to 6 people who are at the same reading level.
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4 hours per week.
Our Semesters are 10 weeks long and we offer 4 Semesters a year.
Call (203) 776-5899 to Register or for more information.
Literacy Volunteers of Greater New Haven
4 Science Park, New Haven, CT 06511
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LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF GREATER NEW HAVEN
New Haven Office:
Meriden Office:
Valley Office:
4 Science Park, New Haven, CT 06511
203-776-5899
14 West Main St, Meriden, CT 06451
203-235-1714
415 Howe Avenue, Shelton, CT 06484
203-924-6651, ext. 102
What is Literacy Volunteers?
Literacy Volunteers of Greater New Haven is a non-profit organization that has been active in the
region since 1976. Last year Literacy Volunteers supported 231 volunteer tutors who delivered
free tutoring to more than 1246 adult students at 37 sites.
Literacy Volunteers is supported by Connecticut Department of Education funds, private
foundations and community grants (CDBG dollars, the Community Foundation of Greater New
Haven, United Way of Meriden/Wallingford, the Valley United Way, the Valley Community
Foundation) as well as donations from individuals and businesses.
How Does the Program Work?
Adults who speak English but need help learning to read at a higher level work together in small
groups. The groups meet twice a week with trained volunteer tutors using an established
curriculum with workbooks. A computer software program provides additional help.
Non-English speaking (ESOL or English for Speakers of Other Languages) adults also work with
tutors in small group settings. Classes are held weekly at a variety of sites throughout the area.
Day and night time classes are offered. All classes are free and are set up on a semester basis.
Who are the Tutors?
Tutors come from many different backgrounds
men and women of all ages and diverse life
experiences. They may be retired, have full-time jobs or they may be students. Many have some
college experience. Only a few have previously taught. What tutors have in common is their
desire to help someone improve his or her life.
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Tutors go through an Orientation and Training Program before they start tutoring. They receive
ongoing support from Literacy Volunteers program managers, who help the tutors prepare
lessons, test students and locate helpful resource materials.
For Additional Information
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The Urban Improvement Corps. UIC, is a premier mentoring and tutoring program at
Yale University focused on providing elementary, middle, and high school students in
the New Haven, cr area with the opportunity to grow and develop with some of the
most brilliant minds in our nation Here, at UIC we foster positive growth and develop
life-long student learners, while giving each student the opportunity to discover their
full potentials academically. UIC is a registered non-profit 501(c)3 organization. Our
organization has revised and cultivated our vision and purpose to better address the
changing times and the concerns of New Haven.
Our Mission
The mission of the UIC is to spark intellectual growth amongst urban youth. Through tutoring and
entrepreneurship classes, the program seeks to assist students in achieving academic success, and to inspire
inner-city students to succeed beyond the classroom and in the business world.
About the Afro-American Cultural Center
The Afro-American Cultural Center at Yale University (also known as The House) was established in the fall
of 1969 due to the rise of issues surrounding race and cMl unrest at Yale and throughout the New Haven
community. Due to the increased number of black students and the rising social consciousness of the
1960s. students at Yale rallied to create a place and space that black students (and members of the
community) could convene for social and political means.
The original location of ‘The House’ was 1195 Chapel Street. From its inception the Afro-American Cultural
Center, which it was later renamed, has always represented the vital and vibrant presence of AfricanAmericans (and those interested in African-American cultural) at Yale. The House’s current location at 211
Park Street provides additional access for members of the New Haven community tojoin the students and
participate in a host of cultural events and activities.
Since 1969 the House has nurtured and encouraged generations of black Yalies to become some the
Nations leading thinkers, activist and professionals.
As promised during our community breakfast on October 2nd, we’re writing to introduce you to the Urban
Improvement Corps (UIC), a premier mentoring and tutoring program at Yale University focused on
providing tutoring for middle and high schooler’s in New Haven.
Established in 1968, the UIC was one of the first organizations housed at Yale University-s Afro-American
Cultural Center. Today, the center is not only the home for more than 25 different organizations, but is also
the main center for tutoring and mentoring for the UIC.
From assistance in mathematics to chemistry to French to college applications, Urban Improvement Corps
tutors are committed to providing superior tutoring services-all for free.
To sign up, visit www.yaleuic.org and click on the -Registration- tab.
Students and parents will be notified of their admission into the program within a week of completing the
registration form.
Questions? E-mail [email protected] ( mailto:%[email protected])
1< n ovi ‘‘cii rself
To know yourself is your first priority.
How can you set goals, go about life, and have relationships if you don’t know who you are or what you want?
You really cant.
To not know yourself leads to confusion and wasting much time in hit and miss situations.
We tend to underestimate the importance of knowing ourselves. Many of us go through each day reacting to
events and just getting by rather than making conscious choices based on who we are and what we want.
When we don’t know where we are headed its hard to set goals, get motivated and determine the best course of
action. Before we can do any of these things we must establish who we are.
To know yourself;
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Be aware of your strengths, weaknesses, likes and dislikes
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Observe and be aware of your moods, reactions and responses to what is happening around you
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Become aware of how these moods and emotions affect your state of mind
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Examine how you interact with others
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Observe how your environment affects you
Knowing and understanding yourself better, in turn, leads to better decision making, setting and reaching
appropriate goals and altogether living more productively.
There arc many interesting personality tests and evaluations for self-discovery that can help you become more in
tune to yourself and are fun to do.
Two powerful tools I found exceptionally helpful are;
IbMyrs-BrisTe Indicator (MBTI) (httpl/wwwmyersbriggs.org)
The Enneagram (http;//www.enneagraminstitutecom/)
Not only do these tools help you understand yourself better and what drives some of your behaviors, they also help
you understand and get along better with others.
NOTE
The afore information is taken as found from the Internet.
Anyone reading these materials is encouraged to discuss them and the ideas they relate with
professionals they may be under formal treatments or helpful service
H ovv to Think for Yourself
www.essentiallifeskills.net
Do you think for yourself?
In these times of fast media and ever-growing Internet we are under so many external influences that it can he
difficult to know when we are thinking for ourselves. Unless you are a discerning, very aware person, you most likely
dont even know when your thinking is not your own. Not that all outside influence is bad or detrimental to forming
your own views, hut being unable to think for yourself can make you miserable at best, or a puppet of someone
else’s programming, at worst.
Admittedly. we are all horn into societies or cultures where the norms and customs are already established. We have little
choice but to conform to a large degree to what is already in place. This is not necessarily a bad thing, however, it can be
confining and controlling if we accept everything blindly and never question the status qLio.
Does this mean all of your ideas can be original and unlike everyone else’s? Not at all!
Nor does it require being contrary and argumentative just to be defiant or stand out. To think for yourself means that
whatever opinions you hold will he well thought out and come from a position of thorough investigation and thoughtful
analysis. It means choosing to not compromise the facts for the sake of consensus or fitting in. It is not unlike critical thinking
just encompasses a broader scope of choices and decision-making in your life.
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As an example, how many of us feel the need to keep up with ‘the latest’? We wear clothes, listen to music and follow trends
that the media tells us we should in order to be cool. Marketing companies create ads that hypnotize us into a herd mentality as
we fall into debt, wear fashions that are unbecoming, and get caught up in a cycle of over-spending, over-consuming and then
stressing out over it. Before we realize it, we are living lives designed for us by the powers that be and without our conscious
participation.
Another trap we fall into when we don’t think for ourselves is groupthink. Groupthink, a term coined by Irving Janis in 1972,
is a psychological phenomenon that takes place within a group of people who try to avoid conflict and reach agreement
without critically evaluating options or alternative ideas. The problem with groupthink is that it hinders finding the best solutions,
impedes creative ideas and thwarts independent thinking. Wanting to be part of the crowd can certainly have its drawbacks!
So how can you cultivate the ability to think for yourself? Tips on how to think for yourself:
Develop a strong sense of self. lKnow who you are, what you want and what is best for you. Do not let others, especially
marketing companies and the media, tell you how you should look, feel and act. Do what is best for you. Cultivate your own
tastes and enjoy your preferences.
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Be well-informed. Gather as much information about a subject as possible before forming an opinion. Build your mental
resources by reading, observing, and listening for yourself. Then take time to reflect and evaluate.
Be flexible. Look for solutions and outcomes to a situation from as many perspectives as you can. Determine the pros and cons.
Are there other possibilities? Whom might it harm/benefit? What are the potential consequences?
Identify possible biases. Are you being unduly influenced by your culture, upbringing or other people’s opinions? Are you being
fair and open-minded? Many times we make poor decisions because we begin with the wrong premise. If we take time to
evaluate and judge based upon what we observe first hand rather than what we’ve been lead to believe, we can arrive at a
more appropriate and practical conclusion.
Do not buckle under pressure, fear, or guilt. Have the courage to stand up for what you really believe and have deduced
yourself. If you go along with the crowd for the sake of keeping peace, avoiding confrontation, or fear of failure, you do
everyone a disservice, especially yourself. You may have a brilliant idea, or maybe it happens to be the right thing to do. If no one
hears about it, a healthy discussion cannot take place and all possibilities will not be considered. A good idea has the potential to
evolve into a better one with input from a variety of sources.
The benefits of thinking for yourself:
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You develop self-confidence and trust in your abilities
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You attain a greater sense of accomplishment
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You expand your mind and boost your brain power
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You gain respect from others by standing up for what you believe in and by being original
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You are more aware and alert to what the media is trying to sell you
You are more open to self-improvement and alternative viewpoints
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You are NOT thinking for yourself when:
I You let others, the media, or convention sway you from doing what’s right for you
I You buy into negative, one-dimensional stereotypes based on sex, race or culture
.1 You do something because it has always been done that way even if it no longer works
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I You don’t take time to think things through carefully and fully
Resouices to Hell) \ou Quit Smoking
1-800-Quit-Now
I he CT Quit line is a fiie telephone ser ice that otTers counseling and in lbrmation to help
1 he Quit Line can ans\\ er sour questions and gi e ou support to stop
smokino. A trained Quit Coach vill help ou create \ our o n Quit Plan. You x ii also et Quit
Guides that are lull of tips and information to help you stay on track.
: ou nuit smoking.
Worried About Cravings?
Your Quit Coach will help you decide if the nicotine patch, nicotine gum.
or other medication will work for von.
Your Quit Coach can refer you to programs in New Haven that can help you stop smoking.
The CT Quit line is open 7 days a week from 8:00 A.M, to 3:00 P.M.
English and Spanish speaking coaches are available.
Programs to help you quit smoking:
Websites to help
von quit
smoking:
Communicare, inc.
85 Willow Street
Building A. Suite 3
New Haven. CT 065 11
203-553-7234 v 16
Fair Haven Community
Health Clinic, Inc.
Department of Public Health
www.quitnow.net/eonnccticiit
New England Lung Association
www.ftonIiw.org
374 Grand Avenue
New Haven, CT 06513
(203) 777-7411
Yale-New Haven Hospital
St. Raphael’s Campus &
York Street Campus
1150 Chapel Street
Ne Haven. CT 065 11
(203) 789-4146
Yale School of Medicine
50 York Street
New Haven. CT 065 11
(203) 974-7588
Did you know?
Medicaid now pays Ibr nicotine
patches, nicotine gum. medication, and
counseling to help ou quit smoking.
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HELPING VETERANS START A NEW CAREER
Transitioning from the military and starting a new career can be challenging. Job
Corps can help. At Job Corps, veterans can train for a nw and rewarding career
alongside other veterans. After training, our staff will work with veterans to find a
job for up to 21 months.
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Job Corps offers hands-on training to eligible 16- throucjh 24—year-olds in America’s
fastest-growing careers. Each year Job Corps provides training and support services
to more than 100,000 young people in more than 100 creer areas at 123 centers
across the nation, No matter where veterans are corniny from or where they want
to go, there is a Job Corps center nearby.
Veterans receive priority enrollment at all Job Corps centers. While they may
attend any Job Corps center in the nation, there are three centers that offer dorm
areas exclusively for veterans. They will be living among other veterans who are
also transitioning from the military to civilian life. Those centers are:
Atterbury Job Corps Center in Edinburgh, Indiana
• Earle C. Clements Job Corps Center in Morganfield, Kentucky
- Excelsior Springs Job Corps Center in Excelsior Springs, Missouri
One of the program’s biggest benefits is its post-graduate support. When veterans
are ready to start looking for a job, staff will work with them to find job openings
and submit resumes. Job Corps will help graduates for up to 21 months after
graduation to connect with housing, transportation, and other support services.
Want to learn more about Job Corps? Visit us at wwwjobcorpsgov.
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offers a place for homeless individuals t.o s.pend
their day and gain access to important support
services, Open to individuals who are homeless and
confronting chronic illness, mental iNness or
addiction, the Day Program fills a critical need for
many people in our community.
The services offered •include counseling, referral
to community resources, help with job searches,
laundry room access. shower and bath facilities, and
transportation to medical appointments.
A community room is available, with television, a
library, meals and coffee.
The program also offers an on.site computer
center, with classes for all levels of experience.
Users are taught computer skills, both for personal
use and to give them knowledge and experience that
will help them in t.oday*s job market. Participants
also have telephone ac•cess, and are given individual
voice mail accounts. This combination of computer
access, phone access, voice mail and email are
important to finding a job or making medical
appointments, and they help participants to remain
connected with the community.
The hours of operation for the Safe Haven Day
Program are Mond.ays through Fridays from 8:30 am
to 3:30 pm.
Please call (20.3) 495-1770 for more information or to
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My Next Move for Veterans
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querions that, when linked together help create a picture of hoc; an individual is feeling and whether they could benefit from talking to
a health professional..
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resour::cs, The self-assessments address depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSDr, generalized an:tietv disorder. alcohol use
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634 Jones Hill Road
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 931-9989.
Guided by the four pillars of Catholic social teaching--Education, Advocacy,
Empowerment and Direct Service—the Beacon provides the following services to
local organizations and our community:
• Clothes Closet: Provides secondhand clothing in a store-like environment where
those in need can shop free of charge
• Food Pantry: Supports Alex’s Soup Kitchen at the First Congregational Church,
Project HOPE, Sojourner’s at Columbus House, WHEAT, St. Paul’s Church,
emergency food assistance
• Diaper Bank: The first in West Haven. supports Birthright. Teen Parenting
Program at the WH Community House. Family Resource Center, West Haven
agencies and individuals
• Resource and Referral Center
• Fuel. Rent and Educational Tuition Assistance
Christmas and Easter Flower Distribution to the convalescent homes & shuts- ins
• Holiday Food Baskets
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• Furniture Exchange: list where recipients & donors can connect with used
furniture
• Durable Medical Equipment Room: In cooperation with the Wellness Team of our
parishes, walkers, wheelchairs, canes, and bath chairs are available.
• Socks for the Homeless Program: Distributing new, warm socks
St John Vianney
300 Capt Thomas Blvd.
West Haven
Saturday Vtgtl Mass: 4:00 PM
Sund ty 9.30 AM
Weekday Masses:
Regular Schedule
Tues. Thurs. Saturday
7:30 AM
For donation or volunteer information, please call (203) 931-9989.
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Resources for Homeless Veterans
Recent federal funding has enabled Connecticut to offer housing
to all veterans experiencing homelessness.
The Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness has partnered with
the CT Heroes Project to lead the effort of housing homeless veterans.
If you know of a veteran in need of housing, please visit
http://ctheroesprojectorg/referrals
or
email:
[email protected]
or call
1-877-4AID-VET for more information.
Help make sure that all the state’s homeless or at-risk veterans
are referred to these resources.
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For more information on veteran services, call 211.
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VA Connecticut can connectyou to permanent housing
mental health care & many other services.
Call:
VA Connecticut Homeless Veterans Hotline:
(203) 7 10-6529 (durThgbusThess/?our
(585) 393-7955
(24/7)
VA National Homeless Veteran Hotline:
Drop-In:
Errera Community Care Center
114 -1 52 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT
VA Errera Community Care Center
(203) 479-8000
1 14-152 Boston Post Road, 2nd floor, West Haven, CT 06516
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http://www.erreraccccom/
Over the past two decades, through a steady process of program
modification and development, VA Connecticut’s Errera Community Care
Center (“ECCC”) has evolved into one of the leading centers of innovation
in psychosocial rehabilitation and in the integration of the psychosocial
and biomedical aovroaches.
ECCC serves veterans struggling with mental illness and,! or substance abuse disorders, homelessness,
and/or aging. At the ECCC, a team of multidisciplinary mental health professionals come together to
provide an array of community-based rehabilitative programs including day and crisis intervention
programs, vocational programs, housing programs (ranging from subsidized to non-subsidized, supported
to non-supported), homeless outreach and advocacy and case management programs.
Believing in recovery and hope, and utilizing the principles of psychiatric rehabilitation, ECCC staffmembers partner directly with the veteran being served to identify his or her goals and needs. Recovery
plans build on the person’s strengths and help the individual compensate for the negative effects of the
psychiatric disability. Services and supports are provided in the community to enhance natural support
systems, to advance independence, and integration, so that each individual can live and function at
optimal levels in the least restrictive environment possible.
Affirmative, non-stigmatizing attitudes about persons with mental illness, framed by an empowerment
structure serve as the foundation of ECCC psychosocial rehabilitation services. ECCC represents the
vanguard of the national movement to integrate Peer Specialists into mental health treatment and recovery
programs. Peer Specialists are health and mental health service consumers who have received peer
counseling training, and have demonstrated the skill, motivation, and desire to help their peers in a
supportive and/or counseling role. Most have either suffered from mental or physical illness, substance
abuse problems, and/or have been homeless. ECCC’s eleven Peer Specialists are integrated throughout
ECCC’s programs. In a myriad of ways, they strengthen and enrich those programs.
People in recovery operate the Veterans Empowerment Committee (VEC). Recipients of services play an
active role in the day-to-day operations of the ECCC by orienting all new recipients of services, running the
community lunch program, identifying issues and needs, and advocating and seeking resources to meet
these needs. Persons in recovery are involved in all aspects of ECCC programming including writing and/or
co-signing all policies. Persons in recovery also hold direct leadership roles by serving as Community
Mental Health Advisory Board members who advise and consult to the Chiet Mental Health Care line and
staff at VA CT. They monitor the services provided, advocate both within the hospital leadership structure
and within the recovery community on issues important to quality of care, access to care, and resources. In
addition, recipients of services serve as facilitators for Vet-to-Vet, a consumer designed, run and facilitated
psycho-educational program which was initiated at the ECCC by Moe Armstrong in early 2002. Meetings
are both educational and supportive and are led by consumers each weekday. Critical to the full spectrum
of services provided at the ECCC are the community partnerships that have been established and nurtured
with a wide range of private industry, charitable and governmental bodies in the region.
At ECCC veterans are served with innovative, effective, individualized programs to find transitional and
supportive housing and jobs through a Compensated Work Therapy Program. In addition, staff advocate
locally and regionally to rectify the overwhelming effects of homelessness, poverty, inadequate resources
and the stigma of mental illness.
Evidence of ECCC’s recognition as the leader in each of its fields of endeavor is found in the increasing
number of organizations coming to ECCC to learn, the role its staff plays in education throughout the
country, how it operates, and how its model can be replicated throughout the nation.
While the contents of this site have been developed in cooperation with VA personnel, it is not an official site of the Department of Veterans
Affairs.
VA is dedicated to helping homeless Veterans
and Veterans at risk of homelessness secure and
maintain employment leading to increased
residential and personal stability.
Our goal is to afford Veterans the opportunity to return to healthy, productive lifestyles within their own communities.
The Homeless Veteran Supported Employment Program (HVSEP) provides
vocational assistance, job development and placement, and ongoing supports to
improve employment outcomes among homeless Veterans and Veterans at-risk of
homelessness. Formerly homeless Veterans who have been trained as Vocational
Rehabilitation Specialists (VRSs) provide these services.
VA’s Compensated Work Therapy (CWT) Program is a national vocational
program comprised of three unique programs which assist homeless Veterans in
returning to competitive employment: Sheltered Workshop, Transitional Work, and
Supported Employment. Veterans in CWT are paid at least the federal or state
minimum wage, whichever is higher.
VA’s National Cemetery Administration & Veterans Health Administration
have also formed partnerships at national cemeteries, where formerly homeless
Veterans from the CWT program have received work opportunities.
The Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E) VetSuccess Program
assists Veterans with service-connected disabilities to prepare for, find, and keep
suitable jobs. Services that may be provided include: Comprehensive rehabilitation
evaluation to determine abilities, skills, and interests for employment; employment
services; assistance finding and keeping a job; and On the Job Training (QJT),
apprenticeship, and non-paid work experiences.
For information about possible employment services in their area, Veterans can call
the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans hotline at 1-877-4AID-VET.
You will be connected to a trained VA staff member.
Hotline staff will conduct a brief screen to assess your needs.
Homeless Veterans will be connected with the Homeless Program point of contact
at the nearest VA facility.
Contact information will be requested so staff may follow-up.
To reach a trained VA
responder, call
1-877-4 AID- VET
(877-424-3838),
• You can call for yourself or
a Veteran you know.
• All calls are free and
confidential
• VA has trained
responders ready to
assist 24 hours a day, 7
days a week.
• VA provides information
about programs and
services in your area to
help you not only end
homelessness but also
prevent it.
When you call:
• You will be connected to a
trained VA responder,
• The responder will ask a
few questions to assess
your needs.
• If you are a Veteran, you
may be connected with
the Homeless Program
PointofContactatthe
nearest VA facility.
Housing Assistance For Veterans
Housing assistance for homeless Veterans and their families is available through several federal programs.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and VA Supportive Housing Program (HUD-VASH) partner to
provide permanent, supportive housing and treatment services for homeless Veterans.
HUD allocated nearly 38,000 “Housing Choice” vouchers across the country, which allows Veterans and their families to live
in market rate rental housing while VA provides case management services. A housing subsidy is paid to the landlord
directly by the local public housing authority on behalf of the participating Veteran. The Veteran then pays the difference
between the actual rent charged by the landlord and the amount subsidized by the program. The case management
services facilitate the attainment of the Veteran’s recovery goals. The HUD-VASH Program is for the most vulnerable
Veterans, and provides special services for women Veterans, those recently returning from combat zones, and Veterans
with disabilities.
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Weekly assistance
Assistance with rental payments or mortgage interest payments
Assistance with utilities such as gas. electricity, water and horie heating fuel
Assistance with medical expenses. prescription medications and with emergent dental care
Eye examination and eyeglasses
Audiological evaluation and hearing aids
> Prosthetic devices and durable medical equipment
> Funeral expenses
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSISTANCE
At the time you submit your application for assistance you must reside in the State of Connecticut. If your request for assistance includes your
spouse, he or she must be residing with you. If the request includes children, they must be under the age of eighteen and residing with you.
You must have been honorably separated from the military service. You must have served a minimum of ninety (90) days on active duty
during a statutory wartime period as specified in the Connecticut General Statutes, Section 27-103, as amended, unless you were discharged
prior to the completion of 90 days service for a service-connected disability which has been rated by the Veterans Administration. You may
qualify if you served for the full duration of a conflict in a combat or comDat-support role if the war, campaign or operation lasted fewer than 90
days. Service in the Military or Naval Forces of the United States or Forces Allied with the United States between the following dates is
April 6, 1917 to November11, 1918
World War I
required:
World War II
December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946
Korean Conflict June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955
Vietnam Era- February 28, 191 to July 1,1975
Persian Gulf Era August 2, 1990 o Date to be Determined
Lebanon*
July 1, 1958 to November 1, 1958
September 29, 1982 to March 30, 1984
Grenada*
October25, 1983 to December 15, 1983
Will*
Earnest
February 1, 1987 to July 23, 1987
Panama*
December 20, 1989 to January 31, 1990
*Service in the Operational Theater in a Combat or Combat-Support role is required. Such service must be indicated on your DD-214 either in
narrative form or by award of the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM).
To be eligible for assistance you must demonstrate “need”.
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203) 789-7841 or a
To initiate an application for assistance in New Haven contact: SSMF 746 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06511
designated Fund Representative or Veterans Aid Investigator in the community in which you reside. The names and addresses of
the Representatives and Investigators are included on VA website: http://www.ct.gov/ssmf/site/default.asp. You may also contact a local
American Legion Post. Application forms may also be available from the office of the Town or City Clerk where you reside. In the event you
are unable to contact your local representative, you may contact a Furl Representative in a nearby town.
In cases of emergency or unusual circumstances, applications for assistance may be completed by a person designated by the American
Legion Department of Connecticut Service Officer or chartered Veterafl Service Organizations. Once a decision is rendered by the Soldiers’
Sailors’ and Marines’ Fund Administration, the case will be referred to a designated Fund Representative in the town in which the veteran
resides. Subsequent renewal applications must be filed through the designated Fund Representative.
The application should be signed by the veteran. In the event the veteran is incapacitated, or hospitalized, the application may be signed by
the veteran’s spouse, adult child, parent, guardian, or other person holciing Power of Attorney or Conservatorship for the veteran.
At the time of application the following documents are required:
Certificate of honorable termination of military service (DD-214 or equivalent)
Social Security number(s) veteran and/or spouse (if applicable)
Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
Birth Certificates for minor children (certificate must show parents’ names)
Death Certificate for the veteran or spouse (if applicable)
Release of Information form signed by the veteran (and spouse if applicable)
Documentation of liquid assets if applicable (savings accounts, mutual funds, brokerage statements, etc.)
The veteran is the primary source of information essential to the determination of need. The veteran bears complete responsibility for
accurately and completely representing the facts and circumstances of the situation occasioning the need for assistance. The Fund
Representative will provide guidance, counsel and assistance with the preparation of the application form.
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To access shelter and housing resources call 2-1-1.
*Effective Monday, January 26, 2015*
Connecticut’s Coordinated Entry guidelines now require that everyone seeking
cALL 211
emergency shelter and housing go through the state’s 2-1-1 system.
Community professionals, including educational,judicial, medical, and social service staff, should assist those
who cannot call without help, by calling 2-1-1 with them.
After dialing, select option 3, and then option 1, to reach trained Housing Specialists. A 2-1-1 Housing Specialist
will perform an initial assessment, make referrals as needed to help avoid homelessness and, when appropriate.
schedule a community-level appointment with one of our designated case managers. This does not guarantee
immediate shelter or housing placement, However, we will seek to access all available resources for each
household through this process.
If
you cannot dial 211 from your phone, dial 1-800-203-1234.
‘In times of extreme weather, please seek shelter immediately.
‘First-come, first-serve MALE walk-ins are still accepted at Emergency Shelter Management Services (645 Grand Avenue, New Havenl and the
columbus House Winter Overflow (232 Cedar Street. New Haven).
FOur new Overnight Warming Lenter will accept male and female adults from January 15 to March 15. The hours are i020 FM to 6:00AM
Church on the Rock )95 Hamilton Street, New Haven, T(
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http://wwwabhct.corn/Programs_Services/BHRF7
Behavioral Health Recovery Program (BHRP)
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The Behavioral Health Recovery Program assists eligible participants with clinical and basic recovery
supports as well as community-based intensive case management services, The program is for HUSKY
D/Medicaid recipients vvith behavioral health needs.
Recognizing that individuals receiving behavioral health treatment are more likely to remain engaged in
treatment when their basic recovery support needs are met, the Behavioral Health Recovery Program
(BHRP) provides financial assistance to HUSKY D/Medicaid for Low Income Adults (LIA) recipients who are
temporarily unemployed and in need of recovery supports that cannot be met by other community
resources,
These supports include recovery housing, independent housing, bus passes, food, clothing, and personal
care items. The program also offers coverage for intensive and long-term substance abuse residential
treatment, when those services are determined to be medically necessary.
The Department of Mental Health has contracted with ABH as the administrative service organization for
the BHRP.
ABH reviews and authorizes requests ,y treatment providers and vendors fq
provision of these
services. ABH is also responsible for utilization management, claims processing and payment, member
services, and provider network management.
Talk to your medicalpro vider about treatments and about accessing resources of this
Important supportive program overseen and administered byABH
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Community-based intensive case management services are available to those HUSKY D/Medicaid recipients
who have complex needs or have had difficulty engaging in the recovery continuum in spite of frequent
admissions to acute care services. Recovery Specialists assist individuals in accessing the clinical and basic
recovery supports needed to improve the quality of their lives.
ABH Contact Information:
Clinical Recovery Supports Toll-Free: (800) 606-3677
Clinical Recovery Supports Fax: (860) 704-6145
Basic Recovery Supports Toll-Free: (800) 658-4472
Basic Recovery Supports Fax: (866) 249-8766
419 Whalley Avenue, Suite 300, New Haven 0651 1
Tel. 203-285-6475 Fax 203-285-6561
Help@MCCAOn/inecom
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MCCA offers outpatient treatment services through individual,
group and family therapy.
Clients are able to participate in a variety of programs such as intensive outpatient, relapse prevention,
early intervention, women’s and men’s services and Latino outpatient. Through these supportive
therapies clients are able to recognize triggers and destructive behavior and begin to create the positive
changes leading to the well-being created by a healthier lifestyle.
Family education and therapy is also available and covers the many issues family members must cope
with when dealing with a family member suffering from an addiction or mental illness.
Our objective is to accommodate clients by allowing them to remain in the home and be able to work or
attend school while in treatment. Most programs and counselors are available during evening hours,
Services include:
Evaluations and assessments
Individual, group and family therapy
Education and treatment for family members and significant others
Relapse prevention groups
Gender and age specific services
Continuing care and referral services
_—Outpatient Treatment for:
Specialized Groups
•Substance Abuse
Intensive Outpatient Program
•Mental Health/Co-occurring
Anger management
Disorders
Gender specific trauma group
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
•Bettor Choice Gambling Program
Co-occurring Groups
•Latino Outreach
Ongoing Maintenance
Suboxone group
Problem gambling group
Mommy and Me
Open Access at all of MCCA locations
There is no need to wait weeks for an appointment, simply walk-in. If you are not seen on that day, you will
definitely walk out with a scheduled appointment. Please note dients will be seen ona first come, hfstservebas,y
MCCA offers walk-in day hours in our New Haven facility on
Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12pm for all clients in need of an outpatient evaluation
If you prefer to schedule your appointment by phone, call our scheduling department at
877-874-6222 between the hours of 8am and 8:30pm to make a reservation for an appointment
On your appoir7til7ent day p/ease arrive 15 mi/notes ear4’ to complete paperwork
MCCA participates in the Connecticut General Assistance Behavioral Health Program
For your convenience, we accept cash, checks and most major credit cards.
MCCA participates in many managed care plans, and we also accept traditional insurance.
Some insurance plans may require that you obtain authorization from them before you visit us. Since this differs by plan,
please check with your insurance company so you may receive complete benefits from your coverage.
Many insurance plans require that you make a copayment at the time of your visit.
MCCA is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 801(c) 3 nonprofit communitybased organization.
MCCA 38 Old Ridgebury Road, Danbury, CT 06810 8778746222
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The Village of POWER is a program that provides services to women struggling with substance
abuse, homelessness, mental health challenges or HIV/AIDS.
In conjunction with Northside Community Outpatient Services, the program offers groups
specializing in employment readiness, medical and psychiatric wellness, household
management, spirituality, parenting and emotions management.
Clients are encouraged to utilize the program daily and for as long as they need assistance.
Growing through Sewing is one of the recovery programs offered at the Village of POWER.
Recovery principles are reinforced through this program including patience, concentration,
problem solving, working as a team and stress management.
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A Statewide No Cost Transportation Service
RIDES TO AND FROM
Sober Houses :i Recovery Houses I Shelters
Detoxification Facilities
Treatment Programs
Hospitals
Road to Recovery staff will respond to completed applications.
Once eligibility is confirmed, rides can be arranged within hours, sometimes the same day.
Transportation is available state wide, Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm.
Participants must be active Husky D recipients, receiving no cash assistance.
No fees are charged to participating agencies or the eligible riders.
Road to Recovery will discuss fee for service for ineligible riders.
For more information call:
Edna Brown, Road to Recovery at (203)401-2087.
Applications can be faxed to (203)401-2086 or scanned and c-mailed to
[email protected].
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Hours of Care are generally 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Student Clinics
offer patients comprehensive dental care in a comfortable environment provided by dental students
under the supervision of experienced and licensed clinical faculty. Although the time required to complete treatment in our
student clinics is longer than with in a private practice setting, fees are generally less.
You will receive an appointment for a brief oral and dental examination to determine your general treatment needs and to
make an assessment whether your needs can be met by our student providers. If accepted, you will be assigned to an
appropriate clinic for your care.
New patients must first schedule a screening appointment then are registered into the system before scheduled in clinic.
Timeline for scheduling appointments averages 4— 6 weeks.
Resident Clinics Resident Clinics offer both comprehensive and specialized treatment with care provided by graduate
dentists receiving advanced training. Residents provide care under the supervision of experienced and licensed clinical faculty
and care will generally take less time than with our student providers, however, the fees are generally higher. You may be
referred to one of our residency clinics from our student clinics as deemed appropriate for your specific needs such as in areas
of care:
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Periodontal (gum) disease, dental implants
Prosthodontics
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Veneers, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures
Emergency Dental Care
The University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine provides emergency dental care for our patients and for the
community. Emergency care is available without appointment during regular clinic hours.
If you have questions about emergency care, call UConnLink or 860-679-2325.
If you require emergency dental care after hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, care is provided by the School in
the John Dempsey Hospital Emergency Department of the University of Connecticut Health Center.
Call UConnLink or 860-679-2588 (Emergency Department) or 860-679-2626 ask for the dental resident.
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HOW TO DEAL WITH ANGER IN YOURSELF
Not by ignoring or suppressing it. Experience and science have shown repeatedly how poorly those strategies work.
Once anger rises past a certain point, it seems to require satisfactory expression to be diffused. That is, it must he
expelled in a way that feels good—in a way that is literally emptying. The goal then would be to expel it in a way that
does as little damage as possible. How one does this depends on why the anger one feels is rising in the first place.
Anger aimed at harming oneself. Depression is almost certainly the cause and should be identified and treated.
Anger aimed at achieving control. Ask yourself why you feel out of control. Fear is a conimon reason. Actually
lacking control is another. Anger is, fortunately or unfortunately, often a good strategy to regain control in the shortterm, and easier to feel than many of the emotions that trigger it. But as it ultimately remains an expression of our
unfulfilled need to control (if we actually had control, we wouldn’t get angry), far better to identify a means to
actually provide us real control rather than the illusion of it. When such control isn’t possible, a next best option is to
fully recognize what feelings being out of control leads to first, before anger: fear and uncertainty. If we can identify
these feelings each time they arise, we at least have a chance to deal more constructively with them-or at least more
consciously.
Anger aimed to make us feel powerful. Control isn’t exactly the issue here. ft’s more that we feel small and insecure
and have stumbled upon anger as an effective means to feel bigger than those around us. Recognizing this is what’s
going on empowers us again to interrupt the generation of anger and instead to deal with the feelings of insecurity.
Anger that arises from insecurity is particularly efficient at destroying intimate relationships.
Anger at injustice. How best to discharge this anger? Take action to correct the injustice, whether committed against
yourself or someone else.
Of course, anger may arise for more than one of these reasons at one time. Anger at an injustice committed against
you (as opposed to someone else) may intermingle with anger aimed at achieving control (as an expression of a wish
for control that could have prevented the injustice from being committed in the first place). Anger aimed at yourself
for being powerless in a given situation may intermingle with anger at someone else as a way to achieve the very
power you lack.
HOW TO DIFFUSE ANGER IN OTHERS
The goal here is two-fold, your ability to carry out the second being dependent on your ability to carry out the first:
Remain in control of yourself. When you find yourself on the receiving end of someone’s anger, they’re either trying
to control you in some way or make you feel small so they can feel big. Or you’ve done them some kind of wrong.
You should seek to understand which of the three it is. You must tell yourself that anger is their strategy and has
nothing to do with you at all, unless of course you really have committed an injustice against them, in which case
you should make amends.
Help them discharge their anger in a way that feels satisfying without causing harm. Responding to anger with
anger rarely accomplishes anything positive. If you remain in control of yourself so that another’s anger neither
manipulates you nor makes you feel small, you have a chance to help them deal with the real issue that triggered
their anger in the first place. What tactics work to accomplish this?
Validate their anger. Resisting a person’s anger, getting angry back at them, denying that their anger is justified all do
nothing more than inflame it. Even if their anger isn’tjustified in your mind, what would convincing them of that
accomplish? It likely wouldn’t give them control over it. Feelings require no justification to be felt.
Apologize. I told my patient how sorry I was he had such an unpleasant experience. It wasn’t my fault, but in
commiserating with him, I was able to validate his anger.
Help turn their anger into language. Get them to express in words, rather than in harmful action, just how angry
they are. This is often an effective way to help them discharge their anger in a way that feels satisfying.
Get angry with them. Get even angrier than they are. Transform yourself from the object of their anger into their
partner in feeling the same anger as they.
Though buried deeply, fear was the obvious cause of my patient’s anger, an emotion with which I could far more
easily sympathize. As he’d already calmed down by the time he came to see me (he’d satisfactorily discharged a lot of
his anger already over the phone), I spent most of my time validating his anger and attempting to address its
underlying cause. He never would acknowledge he was afraid, however, which made me worry there would be
similar future outbursts (there were), but having fully apprehended its cause, his anger never again intimidated me.
He was ultimately diagnosed with lymphoma, endured several cycles of chemotherapy, and was eventually cured. Of
his lymphoma, that is.
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program, as any individual or group of individuals who live together at the same address and share income and
expenses. A household is not permitted to receive Lifeline benefits from multiple providers. Violation of the
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income is within the following guidelines. NOTE: You may receive Social Security and Medicare benefits, but
to qualify for Lifeline, you must receive benefits from one of the following programs or your income must fall
within the guidelines.
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NOT RETURN ANY DOCUMENTATION.
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Identity: State Photo Identification Card OR Photo Identification Driver’s License
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Letter from the State, or Letter from the Social Security Administration showing your participation.
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441 Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06511 203- 789-4452
Fellowship’s mission is to help adults with mental illness lead more meaningfu fulfilling
and healthy lives by offering resources, education, and opportunities.
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Job Development, Placement &
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strengths.
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Com.puter Education
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Introduction to the Internet
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Introduction to Microsoft Publisher
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Keyboarding
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Food Service Training Program
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food service. Hands on training and a
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all areas of the food service industry.
Food Service Classes
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Supported Educoti’n/Post Secondary Educa
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individuals who have their H5 diploma and
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during designated hours, Information and
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People will be screened for DMHAS eligibility.
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service system or in treatment, and who have
not had success with previous recovery strate
gies.
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If immediate transportation to treat
ment is needed the staff will assist you
with getting there.
Access to Treatment
The Taking Initiative Center is a place
to foster dialogue about what the next
steps may be for recovery. It is also a
place where people can safely talk with
their peers, consult with counselors,
and just get away from their normal
daily routine. Individuals can make use
of the free computers, recovery groups,
meals, and extensive literature.
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It provides a safe place and allows me to use resources to
my benefit When you have nothing, a little means a lot.
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From the moment that you
enter the door, you are
greeted and accepted with
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NewHaven, CT 06511
Open 7 days per week, 8-30 am 3:00p.m.
/203) 389-297a ext 1317
Your confldentialty is respected and protected
The Taking Initiative Center (TIC) is a safe place
for individuals from New Haven who are using
drugs, drinking trying to stop using, or in early
recovery from addictions or alcoholism,
• We serve breakfast until I O:OOAM and
lunch in the afternoon.
• We offer optional groups daily: meditation,
plan for the day, recovery and education.
• Three computers are available for client
use,
• We have two telephones for making local
calls.
• We provide a safe and comfortable space
to play games, watch television or educa
tional movies, read, chat, and relax
Washer, dryer and a shower may be avail
able upon first visit.
• Monday—Friday we offer rides from Co
lumbus House to TIC at 9 AM and from
TIC to select New Haven program sites at
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• We will assist you in obtaining social ser
vices that may benefit you.
• We are not a treatment center, but we will
assist you in finding one if you want.
What are you doing today?
Are you homeless
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The State of Connecticut passed legislation to assist homeless persons who are residents of
authorized shelters or transitional housing programs in obtaining a State of Connecticut
Department of Motor Vehicles issued non-driver photo identification:
Stc. I-lh. Identity cards. (a) Any person who does not possess a valid motor vehicle operators license may apply to
the Department of Motor Vehicles for an identity card. The application for an identity card shall be accompanied by
the birth certificate of the applicant or a certificate of identification of the applicant issued and authorized for such
use by the Department of Correction. Such application shall include (11 The applicants name; (2) the applicants
address; (3) whether the address is permanent or temporary; (4) the applicants date of birth; (5) notice to the
applicant that false statements on such application are punishable under section 53a- 1 Sib; and (6) such other
pertinent information as the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles deems necessary. A fee of twenty-two dollars and fifty
cents shall be paid to the department upon issuance to the applicant of an identity card which contains a picture of
the applicant and specifies the applicant’s height, sex and eye color. The applicant shall sign the application in the
presence of an official of the department. The commissioner may waive the fee for any applicant who has voluntarily
surrendered such applicant’s motor vehicle operator’s license or whose license has been refused by the commissioner
pursuant to subdivision (4) of subsection (e) of section 14-36. The commissioner may waive the fee for any applicant
who is a resident of a homeless shelter or other facility for homeless persons. The commissioner shall adopt
regulations, in accordance with the provisions of chapter 54, to establish the procedure and qualifications for the
issuance of an identity card to any such homeless applicant.
(b) An identity card shall expire within a period not exceeding six years from the date of issuance of such card.
Each such card shall indicate its date of expiration. Any person who holds an identity card shall be notified by the
commissioner before its expiration and may renew such card in such manner as the commissioner shall prescribe
upon payment of a fee of twenty-two dollars and fifty cents.
(c) A distinctive identity card shall be issued to any applicant less than twenty-one years of age. The identity card
shall contain a statement that it is issued subject to the same verification of the applicant’s identity as required for the
issuance of a motor vehicle operator’s license. The card may thereafter be exhibited to establish the age and identity
of the person to whom it was issued.
(d) The Commissioner of Motor Vehicles, in consultation with the Liquor Control Commission, shall adopt
regulations in accordance with the provisions of chapter 54 to carry out the purposes of this section and section 3086.
(e) Any person who misrepresents his age or practices any other deceit in the procurement of an identity card, or
uses or exhibits an identity card belonging to any other person, shall be fined not more than fifty dollars or
imprisoned not more than thirty days or both.
Under this program the DMV waives the normal application fee one time within the 6 year
life of an ID cards expiration and only when the shelter or transitional housing program
staff completes the proper form (DMV form 8-230) accompanied by required
documentation.
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TOWN ofEASTHAVEN
Social Services Department
Veronica Wright Director
250 Main Street, Lower Level, East Haven, CT. 06512
www.cityofwesthaven.com
Phone: (203) 468—3303 Fax: 468—3947
Pro vidIhg Adult and Famíy Support Services to Residents in Need
ADA COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Your Town of East Haven ADA Compliance Officer is Candace Criscuolo appointed in June of 2012. Her
office is located in the Finance Department on the lower level of East Haven Town Hall. To report violations
of the Americans with Disabilities Act Candace Criscuolo 203—468—3210.
Energy Assistance
Community Action Agency (CAA) manages the fuel assistance program. East Haven Social Services assists
clients with their applications. Call the East Haven Senior Center 203—468—3277 to schedule an application
appointment from October 1 st May I st. At our office clients with scheduled appointments are taken first,
then walk-ins are assisted on a first-come first-served basis. Visit the CT. Dept. of Social Services for ENERGY
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Short-term Case Management
Any resident in an emergency situation will meet with a caseworker. Specific needs are addressed and
appropriate referrals are made to state and local agencies.
INFORMATION
Information on State & Federal Programs
Kids
Youth (HUSKY)
and
Healthcare for Uninsured
Medical Insurance for Single Adults
Stated Assisted General Assistance (SAGA)
Connecticut Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract to the Elderly and Disabled (CONNPACE)
Food Programs
Emergency Shelter
Employment Assistance
Homeowner’s Tax Relief Program
Available to elderly (65+) and totally disabled homeowners who meet income guidelines. Application
period is February 1 st through May 1 5th. Call the East Haven Assessor’s office at 203—468—3233 for details.
Renter’s Rebate Program
Available to elderly (65+) and totally disabled renters who meet income guidelines. Application period is
May 15th through September 15th. Call East Haven Senior Center for appointments 203—468—3277.
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A clinician will speak with you and make decisions for follow up or referrals.
HOURS Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Evening appointments available. Many forms of insurance coverage are accepted.
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TEMPORARY CHANGE IN CLINIC HOURS
Starting August 19th 2013 we are changing some clinician schedules to allow for earlier
appointments and increase our availability for services. For the next several months several
clinicians will be able to make appointments on some days at 8:30 or 9:00am and will be
leaving at 4:00 or 4:30pm. Evening hours will continue on Monday and Wednesday by
appointment.
Please Note As of September 1, 2012 the Town of East Haven has contracted with
BHCARE, Inc., (formerly Harbor Health Services), to manage the counseling and
community services department. This reorganization does not affect services town
residents
NISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of East Haven Counseling and Community Services is to improve the
quality of life of the people of the Town of East Haven by providing a network of
comprehensive, effective and efficient mental health services that foster selfsufficiency, dignity and respect so as to empower Individuals to live up to their
ultimate potential.
• Read information about çjjg.it Traumatic Events provided by the East haven
Counseling Center.
• Providing outpatient mental health services & prevention programs.
• The Agency is licensed by the State of Connecticut as an adult outpatient
psychiatric clinic.
• Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Masters level clinicians are trained to provide
assessments, crisis intervention, and on-going counseling using individual, couple,
family and group therapies.
• Board certified Psychiatrists provide diagnostic evaluations, and prescribe
psychotropic medications when deemed appropriate,
• Twenty-four hour emergency backup services available.
CLINIC STAFF
Program Manager / Director: Elizabeth Trotta, LCSW
Secretary: Arlene Hackbarth
Bookkeeper I Billing: Kelly Smith
Town of Hamden Department of Community Services
Diane Butler, Director
Keefe Community Center 11 Pine Street, Hamden, CT 065145 Phone: (203) 562-5129 Fax: 562-2026
http://www.hamden.com
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of all Hamden residents by providing educational, recreational
and social services through coordinated or direct services.
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We enable Hamden residents to acquire or maintain self-sufficiency by providing the assistance and
support systems to function independently as productive members of the community.
Located at the M.L. Keefe Community Center in the heart of southern Hamden, Community Services has a
staff of five full-time employees. In addition to Town funding, Community Services received a grant from the
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which allows the department to assist residents in
avoiding evictions, foreclosures and utility service interruptions.
While Community Services is best known for providing emergency services to people in need through its
food hank, shelter to families displaced by fire, or assistance to families facing heating emergencies during
the cold winter months, the department also engages in a number of proactive activities designed to give
residents the tools to succeed and improve themselves, including a very successful workforce training
program, collaborative efforts with local arts groups to provide artistic programming, and providing
scholarships to children unable to afford to attend local summer camps.
Community Services encourages residents to take part in parent-learning programs funded through a grant
from the Graustein Foundation. Parents and Communities for Kids (PACK) offer arts workshops and cultural
performances in urban communities, providing opportunities for children and parents to learn together in
an informal setting.
Collaboration and Cooperation
The Keefe Center, a multipurpose, inter-generational facility that provides all of the services necessary to
assist clients in one location, provides fertile ground for identification of a variety of areas where families
may benefit from assistance.
Community Services, like all agencies operating at the Keefe Center, believes that addressing individual
needs through intensive case management is more effective than simply administering programs.
Attention to the “whole person” helps Community Services staff focus on the needs of individuals and their
families, to ensure that clients are always treated with dignity and respect, and guarantee that each client
receives individualized attention.
As resources continue to shrink and demand services continues to grow, the Community Services
Department sees enhanced cooperation and collaboration with all service agencies as the most important
avenue toward continued success.
Jobs Resource Center
The Job Resource Center counselor works with clients one-on-one to build their resumes, strengthen
interviewing and computer skills and search job markets. The Job Resource Center is open Monday,
Wednesday, and Friday from 1:30 to 4:30pm, and is located on the third floor of the Hamden Government
Center.
To make an appointment call Sue Hutchinson at (203) 287-2647.
Hamden Government Center• 2750 Dixwel! Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 203.287.7000
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Welcome to the Housing Choice Voucher Program (also known as Section 8) waiting list web site,
Connecticut.
You can use this web site to locate open Housing Choice Voucher waiting lists throughout
er waiting
You can also register to receive automatic notice of the opening of Housing Choice Vouch
lists whenever they occur
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The Housing Choice Voucher Program is only one option for subsidized rental housing. To find
about other affordable housing options, click here.
To find out what other programs you may qualify for, try the 2-1-1 Navigator.
Any questions? Dia’ 21-1 from anywhere in the State of Connecticut. The call is free.
http:/Icthousingsearch.org/i ndex. html
1.877.428.8844
Welcome to CTHousingSearch.org where its FREE to list and search for
being added daily, so check
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The Vocational Rehabilitation Program
The goal of the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program is to assist individuals with significant physical
and mental disabilities to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. Through the provision of
individualized services, persons with disabilities who are eligible for vocational rehabilitation are
supported in planning for and achieving their job goals.
To be eligible for the VR program, an individual must have a significant physical or mental condition
which poses a substantial barrier to employment, and must require VR services in order to prepare
for, find and succeed in employment.
The vocational rehabilitation program serves persons with all disabilities except legal blindness.
Individuals with legal blindness are served by the Board of Education and Services for the Blind; their
website is located at wwwbesb.state,cLus.
The vocational rehabilitation program is supported by a combination of state and federal funds.
To learn more about the vocational rehabilitation program, go to
http : //www2 ,ed .gov/about/offices/list/osers/rsa/index. html?src= mr
Individuals who receive Social Security disability benefits have increased incentives to work while
maintaining some or all of their benefits. Benefits Counseling is available to assist individuals to
assess the impact returning to work will have on their disability benefits. More information on work
incentives programs is available by contacting the Connect to Work Center.
The Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) provides vocational rehabilitation (VR) services to assist
Connecticut residents with significant disabilities to find and keep employment. Please review the Job
Seeker publication for an overview of our services.
If you would like to apply for VR services, you must make arrangements with the BRS office nearest
to where you live to file the actual application in person. (you may view a sample application on-line
In the office, these forms will be in a slightly different
format, but they will contain the same information).
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You may contact the office where you will apply to learn more about what services may be available
and what you must do if you are eligible for services. You will also learn if you need an appointment
to meet with a counselor or attend an orientation meeting.
If you are eligible, a counselor will help you develop an employment plan based on your needs and
abilities and will help arrange whatever services are needed to achieve your employment goal.
Find out more about the great services of BRS
New Haven BRS
Administrative Office
414 Chapel Street, Suite 301
New Haven, CT 06511
Tel: 203-974-3000
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E-mail us: fJfp
CDR is at the forefront of promoting
empowerment and self-reliance for persons with
disabilities, CDR’s programs and activities result in
greater self-sufficiency for individuals and offer
savings to the state and the taxpayer by
eliminating the need for many expensive services.
We are a partner and help facilitate the
Community Choices program. We also run:
Helping Each Other Succeed
Helping Each Other Succeed (A Support Group of
the Center for Disability Rights) meets from 1:30
to 3 p.m. the second Friday of every month at the
Center for Disability Rights
Visit our office:
The easiest access from 95 South is Exit 43, then
left under the overpass to the light at Richards
Street. Turn right on Richards. Go through several
stop signs to the next light (Campbell Ave.) We are
in the center just next to the restaurant.
From 95 North, take Exit 43, Campbell Ave. Turn
right and our driveway is just past the restaurant’s
driveway.
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Is a single point of entry for both folks with
disabilities of all ages and older adults. It is a
resource hub of information that can range from
a simple name and phone number to detailed help
concerning community services, policies and
procedures, and assistance with completing
benefits applications.
Our Mission is to assist individuals 18 and older
who are seeking services and support, regardless
of age, disability or income, through a coordinated
system of information and access.
It provides information to empower older adults
and people with disabilities to advocate for
themselves.
Community Choices is your “one-stop” information
gateway for:
• Community resources
• Options counseling
• Referrals for employment assistance
• Referrals for care management
• Planning for the future; and
• Advocacy
Our goal is to empower individuals to advocate for
themselves.
If you don’t know where to go for help, have been
denied benefits or services for which you feel you
are eligible, need assistance with communicating
your needs or have a complaint about service
WE CAN HELP!
Information About Community Resources:
• Adult day care
• Disability services
• Elder abuse prevention
• Employment, financial, housing,
and equipment assistance
• In-home services
• Legal services
• Mental health/substance abuse
services
Transportation
Nutrition
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Community Choices serves the following
towns and cities in Connecticut:
Ansonia, Bethany, Branford, Derby,
East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison,
Meriden, Milford, New Haven,
North Haven, North Branford, Orange,
Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, Wallingford,
West Haven and Woodbridge.
In Connecticut Call (800) 994-9422. When
you call, please state that you are calling
for the Aging & Disability Resource Center
or ADRC. Our specially trained staff will be
happy to assist you Monday through
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Community Choices is made possible by an
Administration on Aging grant through the
State of Connecticut and is staffed by the
Agency on Aging of South central connecticut
and the Center for Disability Rights. Both
organizations are at the forefront of
promoting empowerment and self-reliance for
older adults and persons with disabilities.
The Kennedy Center, Inc.
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2440 Reservoir Avenue, Trumbull CT 06611
2033658522 TDD: 203-339-3034 FAX: 203365.8533
http://wwwthekennedycenterincorgIabout!overviewabout. ph p
Mission
with diverse abilities. disabil:ties, and experiences
of
consumers
promotes
the empowerment
Our mission
toward optimal participation and inclusion in the community.
Purpose
The Kennedy Center. Inc.. a private. community-based rehabilitation organization. actively responds to needs of persons
wtn disabilities by offerng ,nnovatve, ccmpreilensive community services.
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Overview
The Kennedy Center is one of the most comprehensive rehabilitation facilities in the State of Connecticut.
Our staff is highly experienced in developing specialized and individualized plans for children and adults (including
seniors) with mental retardation autism hearing and visual impairments speech difficulties cerebral palsy acquired
brain injury, psychiatric disabilities and mobility impairments.
Our vocational and job coaching services strengthen partnerships and employment productivity between employers and workers with
disabilities and special needs.
A wide variety of vocational. educational, residential and recreational services are available to assist individuals in community inclusion.
Employment Services Program provides vocational opportunities for individuals who are seeking
competitive employment.
Our services may include
situational assessment
vocational explorations
job development
job coaching
Strong follow-up helps to assure strong community placement.
For further information contact:
Valerie Reyher, Vice President of Rehabilitation Services
(203) 365-8522 ext 267 vreyherkenedyctr.oro
Supported Education Program enables persons with disabilities to further their career goals
through post secondary education. This may include undergraduate, graduate and certification programs.
Services may include:
Identifying vocational interests, skills, aptitudes and goals
Identifying appropriate educational programs and courses
Assistance with admissions and financial aid procedures
Advocacy
Career Counseling
Tutoring
Contact information
Martha Aigner, Coordinator of Supported Education
(203) 365-8522 ext 271
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Program
Are you Receiving Benefits and Interested in Working?
Check out the..
http ://www.ssa .gov/work/receivingbenefits. html
If you are interested in working, the Ticket to Work Program is the key to unlocking vocational rehabilitation, training, job referrals,
and other ongoing support and services to help you reach your employment goals. The program is available for people who are
between the ages of 18 and 65 and receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits
because they are disabled or blind.
Work Incentive Liaisons (WIL)
Each local Social Security Administration (SSA) office has a Work Incentive Liaison (WIL) who provides advice and information about
SSA ‘s work incentive provisions and employment support programs to individuals with disabilities and outside organizations that
serve those with disabilities, Contact your local SSA office for the name and telephone number of this Work Incentive Liaison
What are the advantages of using the Ticket and Work Incentives?
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You will not receive a medical continuing disability review (CDR) while using your Ticket.
You can continue to receive healthcare benefits; and
You can easily return to benefits if you have to stop working (known as “expedited reinstatement of benefits”);
While you are actively participating in the Ticket to Work program, you can get the help you need to find the job that is right for you
and you can safely explore your work options without losing your benefits.
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LEGAL SERVICES
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from the New Haven County Bar Association
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ARE YOU:
Seeking a divorce, modification of chid support, or custody?
IS YOUR:
Landlord trying to evict you, refusing to fix things, or
unwilling to give back your security dposit?
WERE YOU:
Arrested for DUI, speeding or other traffic related
violations, or a criminal matter?
HAVE YOU:
Been denied unemployment compensation?
DO YOU:
Have a claim, or have you been sued for, an amount less
than $5,000?
Maybe the Modest Means
Attorney Referral Program can help
I::
Call (203) 562-0162
More information and a financial eligibility application can be found at www.newhavenbar.org/lrs.php
The Furniture Co-Op
Program Overview
The Furniture Co-Op (TFC) collects furniture from the general public and then
gives it to families and individuals who are transitioning from homelessness, living
with disabilities or other insufferable hardships. Clients are referred to the çQp
after içjg pre-screened b partner agencies to ensure that those truly in need are
recelving the essentials. The inception of the Furniture Co-Op began with funding
from The Annie F. Casey Foundation and continues through generous contributions
of money, furniture, and time from individuals, corporations, charitable foundations
and our social service agency partners. The Co-Op turns empty houses into homes.
Member
BHcare
Clifford Beers
Columbus House, Inc.
Continuum of Care, Inc.
Department of Children and Families
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partner Agencies
Emerge CT
Liberty Community Services
New Haven Regional Children’s
Probate Court
Salvation Army
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
Contact Information
Client services are by appointment only. Appointments are available Tuesday and
Thursday 9:00am to 4:00pm. Please call 203.492.4866 to schedule an appointment.
For more information about becoming a member agency of The Furniture Co-Op
or furniture donations please contact New Reach at 203.492.4866 ext.13.
Process to Apply
Greater New Haven
Area Served
No Restrictions / requirements
There is a $500 annual fee.
Shop once a month, bring a box or bag.
Area Agencies Offering Free Clothing*
Hours
Walk -In
Greater New Haven
No restrictions
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Whgyou will need—other information
Monday thru Saturday
9:30 am. 11:30 am.
Walk -In
Greater New Haven
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Need Photo Identication
Spanish speaking
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The Beacon on the RH (203) 931-9989
634 Jones Hill Road
West Haven, CT 06516
Wednesday
1:00 pm. 2:30 p.m.
Walk -In
Need Photo Identification
Name &Address
Cades Christian Church (203) 785-8091
104 Fairmont Avenue
New Haven, CT 06513
Monday Friday
9:00 am. -4:30 p.m.
Greater New Haven
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Christian Community Action (203) 777-7848
166-168 Davenport Ave Fax: (203) 777-7923
New Haven, CT 06519
Walk- In
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Greater New Haven
No restrictions / requirements
There is a $10.00 annual fee. Shop twice a
month allowed 10 pieces of clothing and
dishes. nots and pans (if available) each visit,
Greater New Haven
No requirements / restrictions
.
,
Walk- In
Greater New Haven
Walk -In
Greater New Haven
2rd & 4th Saturday
Noon 2:00 p.m.
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Monday thru Thursday
9:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Friday 9:30 am— 1:00
SaL 11a.m._—_l:OOzp
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Walk -In
Glorified Deliverance Church (203) 624-4175
604 Dixwell Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
Harbor Health Services (203) 483-2643
Fax (203) 483-2659
30 Harrison Avenue
Branford, CT 06405
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First 1) & Third ( 3)
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Saturday
9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m
,
Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry
St. Paul’s & St. James Episcopal Church
57 Olive Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Fax: (203) 562-0408
(203) 562-2143
,
Wednesday s & Friday s
10:00 a.m-12:OOp.m.
CALL FOR
APPOINTMENT
Every Thursday
& Third Saturday
9:00 am.- 10:30 a.m.
.
,
No requirements / restrictions
.
Greater New Haven
Clothing provided during
soup kitchen hours
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*Last updated 4-2-11. Information may have changed check with agency on current policies
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Monday s
6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church (203) 865-0141
1 1 1 Whalley Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
.
Trinity Temple Church (203) 776-8179
Breakfast Pro”ram
285 Dixwell Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
Varick A.M.E. Zion Church (203) 624-6245
242 Dixwell Avenue
NewHavenCT 06511
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NEW HAVEN AREA SOUP KITCHENS
Program Location
7 76 4501
777-8744
624 6426
624 6426
624 6 26
624 426
624 4 94
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LUNCH WOM N
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Anyone in need
Anyone in Need
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They also have food pantry for
women and children
They also have food pantry
They also have a food pantry
Things You Should Know
865 0141
Anyone in need
Who Can Go
624-4594
Anyon in need
Phone A
624 4594
Anyone in need
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Community Soup Kitch n
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Jo eph lifka Center for J wish Life
80 Wall Street
T inity piscopal Church on th Green
Temple & Ch pci Street
United Chu ch P rish House
palI Streets
Center Church Parish House
311 Templ Street
Immanuel Baptist Church
1324 Chapel Street (enter Day St.)
777 0472
Anyone in need
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Fri 5 45 pm 645 pm
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Summ r 1230- 1:00
777 5537
Anyone in need
For more information call when
colic e is in session.
Macedonia Church of God & Christ
151 Newhail Street
St. Luke’s Church
111 Whailey Avenue
624 4594
Anyone in need
Tuesday dinn r is only for Famil es
with Children
Sunday
100j3m 2:OQpm
S t & Wed 8:30 9:30am
Tue & Thurs 12 1 pm
436 0216
Open to Everyone
They also have food pantry
Community Dining Room
30 Harrison Avenue
HAMD N
food pantry
488 9750
Anyone in need
Mu t h v ID income information
They h v take ou m I only
Th y al o h ye
865 0886
Anyone in ne d
St.Martin de Porres Church
136 Dixwell Avenue
St. Mary’s Church
49 Goffe Street
St. Matthew’s Church
400 Dixwell Avenue
St. Thomas Moore Chapel
268 Park Street
Trinity Temple Church
285 Dixwell Avenue
Yale Hunger & Homelessness Action Project
at Center Church 250 Tem Ic Stre t
St Ann’s Soup Kitchen
9 0 Dixwell Avenu
WALLING FORD
294-0102
BRANFORD
Wallingford Emergency Shelter
1 293 Quinnipiac Street
Tue
830 m 930am
Saturd y 4th wk of the
month 10 m 1:00 pm
S t
8 00 m 9:30 m
Wed Noon 1 pm
OCTOB R THRU APRIL
Thursdays
800am 900 m
W d Noon 1:30 pm
CLOS D for SUMM R
Sun Fri 12 1:00 p m
S turday 9 00 1000 am
Tue (P m:li w Ch Idren
ON Y) 530 630pm
Mond y Friday
11 30 m 1.00 pm
Mond y Friday
00 pm 8.00 pm
Days & Times
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Monday thru Thursday
ja5:00.m.
Call for Appçptment
10:00 am Noon
Call for Appointment
Fridays
9:00-12:00 Noon
Call For Appointment
Call for Appointment
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Program Location
NEW HAVEN
AIDS Project
1302 Chapel Street
Believe
8ethel AME Church
255 Goffe Street
Cathedral of Higher Praise
155 Grand Avenue
Centro San Jose
290 Grand Avenue
Christian Center Restoration
Getsemani
555 Columbus Avenue
Christian Community Action
168 Davenport Avenue
FISH of Greater New Haven
St. Brendan’s School
342 Ellsworth Avenue
Free Forever Prison Ministries-My
Brother’s Keeper
149 Rosette
Immanuel Baptist Church
1324 Chael eet
Mount Hope Temple
555 Dixwell Avenue
Mon Wed lOam —2p.m.
Church of Christ
Friday 11 am. 3 p.m.
16 Gem Street
da10a,m,-1,m,_
Community Action Agency
Call for Appointment
Mon Fri 8:00 am 4:0pm 419 Whalley Avenue
Call for Appointment
Community Builders-Kensington
1327 Chapel Street
Call for Appointment
Coordinating Council Children in
8:30 am 4:30 pm
Crisis
131 Dwight
Walk In
Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen
311 Temple Street
Fair Haven Parent’s Ministry
Call for Appointment
End of the Month
Call for Delivery
Call for Appointment
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3 Saturday 10:30 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
Friday
pjQjrn
July 2014
Persons with HIV/AIDS
ID
Speak with Ryan White
Case Manager
Pantry may be used once a month
Pantry may be used once a month
Pantry may be used 2 times a month
Things To Know
624-0947
Dixwell Residents only
Photo ID
Pantry may be used once a month
Papers You Must Show
FOOD PANTRIES
865-0514
Fair Haven Residents
Photo ID
Who Can Go
776-7676
Fair Haven Residents
Phone#
NEW HAVEN AREA
777-6771
777-7848
Anyone in need
Hill Seniors & Disabled
Families
Photo ID
& proof of address
Photo ID
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Every 3 Wednesday 9:30 am. to 2:00 pm.
777-2992
Families with children
Senior Citizens
Residents only
Photo ID
Photo ID
387-7700
Clients only
Pantry may be used once a month
785-1943
777-6612
Anyone in Need
Photo ID proof of family
size
ID, proof of income
Call for delivery
Once a month Friday
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Wednesday 2:00 3:00 pm
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Pantry may be used once a month Call for
appointments & details
Third Thursday of each month
Pantry may be used once a month; They also
distribute clothes and a soup kitchen
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624-2600
Fair Haven Residents
ID, proof of income
Tuesday 2:00 4:00 pm. Pantry may be used once
a month
865-5585
Elderly or Disabled
Thursday 9:00 am.— 12:00 p.m.
Photo ID, proof
address& income
503-0106
Photo ID
They also have a soup kitchen
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772-2555
ID, information about
family size
Photo ID
777-8744
Only persons with
AIDS, prison reentry &
ex-convicts
Anyone in need in the
Dwight area
Newhallville residents
562-3932
3rd Saturday
Qz00m
Monday thru Friday
8:00 am— 5:00 pm
New Flame Restoration
1375 State Street
New Haven Home Recovery (Care
Ways)
223-225 Portsea Street
772-0407
691-9494
624-5798
624-5798
865-8095
Dwightlwhalley;/Dixwell
New Haven Residents
New Haven Residents
Only Current residents
of their shelter
Residents and previous
residents of their shelter
Anyone in need
Proof of address
Photo ID
ID
They also provide clothing and Thanksgiving meals
Pantry may be used 1 & 3 Friday
Pantry may be used once a month
This is a shelter. Residents may use the pantry daily.
Previous residents may use it once per month.
This is a shelter. Residents may use the pantry daily.
Previous residents may use it once per month.
Call for Appointment
432-2446
933-1198
777-5521
Anyone in need in the
Valley
Single adults from
DwightlEdgewood-West
River neighborhoods
Anyone in need
Clients Only
Photo ID
Photo ID, family
composition
Photo ID
Photo ID
Open during the school year
Tuesdays & Fridays 8:30 a.m.
—
11:30 a.m.
Pantry may be used 2 times per month
Pantry may be used once a month
Pantry may be used once a month
Once a month 3rd Saturday
865-0141
X106
Dixwell I Newhallville
residents in need
736-0707
Branford residents
Photo ID
Photo ID
St. Luke’s
111 Whalley Avenue
777-0472
Photo ID proof of
income and family size
—
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
St. Matthew’s Church
400 Dixwell Avenue
Anyone in need
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Monday to Friday
10:30 am —5:00 pm
New Haven Home Recovery
(Women in Crisis)
559 Howard Avenue
Newhallville Academy
246 Newhall Street
Omega Seventh Day Adventist
278 Winthrop Avenue
2nd Saturday of the Month
8:00 am -9:00 am
624-9891
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481-4248
488-5404
624-6245
387-1215
Monday, Wednesday &
Salvation Army Corps
Friday
450 George Street
9:00am Noon
Upon this Rock Ministry
3 Saturday 9:00 am
jp_____________ 508 Whalley Avenue
Varick AME Zion Church
Call for Appointment
242 Dixwell Avenue
Visiting Nurse of So. Central CT
Call for Appointment
1 Long Wharf
Wesley United Methodist Church
577 Howard Avenue
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Saturdays
10:00 am Noon
Yale Hunger and Homelessness
Action Project
1302 Chapel Street
ANSONtA
—
Thursdays
4:00 pm 6:00 pm During
the school year
Salvation Army
26 Lester Street
Branford Food Pantry
342 Harbor Street
CLINTON
BRANFORD
Call for Appointment
Also serving Derby,
Call Mr. Randi to pre-register
488-5404
July 2014
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
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Call for Appointment Phone
F10am-1m
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Jul’. 2014
Clinton Town Social Services
61 East Main Street
EAST HAVEN
HAMDEN
East Haven Food Pantry
Christ Epiphany Church
39 Park Place
860 6697347
East Haven residents
Clinton residents
Photo ID
Photo ID
Daily 9:00 am 4:00 pm
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467-4668
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Tuesday & Thursday
9:00am 11:00 am
Saturday 11:00 1:00
891-2154
239-5691
315-6006
877-1007
291-9599
783-1774
245-5655
Orange residents
North Haven residents
North Branford
residents
Milford residents
Milford, Orange & West
Haven
Milford residents
Madison residents
Photo ID, proof of
income
Photo ID, proof of
residency
Photo ID
ID, proof family
composition & income
Photo ID
Photo ID
Photo ID
Pantry may be used once a month
Pantry may be used once a month
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CADES Food Pantry
785-8091
Wednesdays
44 Arch Street
239-4665
Gods Miracle Unlimited Outreach
Anyone in need
Photo ID
Food distributed twice a week
1441 Dixwell Avenue
Hamden Town Food Bank
562-5129
Hamden residents
ID, proof family
11 Pine Street
composition & income
Love Center Deliverance Mintry
772-4314
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St. Ann’s Soup Kitchen
865-0886
Dixwell & Newhallville
Photo ID
After 15th of the month
930 Dixwell Avenue
residents
Fridays 1:00pm 2:00 pm
MADISON
Town Community Social Services
10 School Street
MILFORD
St. Gabriel’s Church
26 Broadwy
Milford Christian Church Food
Pantry
989 New Haven Avenue
Storehouse Food Pantry
192 Meadow Street
NORTH BRANFORD
North Branford
Town Welfare Services
1599 Foxon Road
NORTH HAVEN
North Haven Food Pantry
28 Church Street
ORANGE
Town of Orange
Community Services
525 Orange Center Road
Call for Appointment
—
7:00 P.M
Call for Appointment
Thursday
6:00 P.M.
Call for Appointment
Call for Appointment
Juh’ 2014
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WEST HAVEN
Faith Baptist Church
39 Emma Street
Gateway Christian Fellowship
129 Bull Hill Road
Project HOPE
52 George Street
West Haven Emergency Assistance
Taskforce
674 Washington Avenue
W000BRIDGE
Town of Woodbridge
Human Services
4 Meetinghouse Lane
933-2380
934-0880
933-8363
West Haven residents
West Haven residents
Photo ID, SS#
Photo ID
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Pantry may be used 2 times a month
Every 4th Saturday 10:00 am, Noon
Pantry may be used 2 times a month
There is also a clothes closet
Tuesday and Friday 2:00 p.m.— 4:30 p.m.
West Haven
Residents
West Haven residents
Photo ID & 2 pcs.
Current mail
931-9877
Pantry may be used once a month
Woodbridge residents
Photo ID
389-3429
Food
Shelter Single men & women
food banks and pantries
5. Christian Community Action*
Columbus House
168 Davenport Avenue (203> 777-7848
586 Ella T. Grasso Boulevard
(203) 773.9673 or (203) 401.4400
(203) 773-1430 fax
Emergency shelter and longer term shelter for
single men and women; other services
available. Doors open at 4:30 PM
Single men
Emergency Shelter Management Services
645 Grand Avenue (203) 777-2522
Overnight shelter dinner breakfast;
Doors open at 4:00 PM out by 7:30 AM:
Permission by case manager after 9 pm
(203) 777-7923 fax
Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9:30 11:45 am
Tues. & Thurs. 9:30 11:45 am, & 2—4 pm.
Call for appointment.
*Hill neighborhood residents only
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7. Loaves & Fishes
57 Olive Street (203) 562-2143
Food bags distributed Sat. 9:30 10:30 am.
Doors open at 9:15 am.
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8.
St. Luke’s Church Food Bank
111 Whalley Avenue (203) 865-0141
Wed. and Fri. 10am noon
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Columbus House Overflow for Men
232 Cedar Street
(contact lolumbus House 777.8445)
from October- May
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Youth
The Street Sheet a project of the Hospitality Committee of
the Town Green Special Services District. The following
organizations were instrumental in assembling and creating
this brochure: Community Services Network of Greater New
Haven; Connecticut Mental Health Center; Connecticut
Mental Health Center Foundation; Greater New Haven
Chamber of Commerce; Greater New Haven Convention &
Visitors Bureau; Elements, LLC; INFO New Haven; New
Haven Police Department; Omni Hotel; Town Green Special
Services District; Yale Office of the Secretary; Yale Police
Department; Yale Program for Recovery & Community Health
Yale Visitor Center
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Youth Continuum I Helping our Society to
Survive (HOSTS)
84 DeWitt Sfreet (203) 777-8445
Emergency shelter for youth under age 18.
Other non-emergency services for youth
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Single women; Women with children;
Families
Life Haven
447 Ferry Street (203) 776-6208
(203) 777-5949 fax
Emergency shelter for pregnant women and
women with children
*Participating agencies may be found on the map attached
using the numbr assigned to the service
Town Green Special Services District
169 Orange Street
New Haven, CT 06510
(203> 401-4245 fax 401-4249
New Haven Home Recovery, Inc.
areWays Shelter
223-225 Portsea Street
(203) 492-4873 or 492-4874
Emergency shelter, food pantry, clothing,
services & length of stay program.
Open 9am —5pm
Salvation Army Thrift Store
274 Crown Street
(203) 776-2448 or 865-0511
Discount clothing
Mon. Sat. 9 am —5 pm
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18. DESK (Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen) Pantry
311 Temple Street (basement entrance, Center
Church Parish House, behind the Public Library)
(203) 624-6426 Emergency food assistance
Weds. 2— 3 pm. * Free clothing Weds. 3 pm
Meals
Free Breakfast:
12.
Loaves & Fishes Clothes Closet
57 Olive Street
(203) 562.2143
Free clothing distributed jst & 3rd Sat.,
9:15 am 10:30 am
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St. Luke’s Auxiliary Thrift Shop
111 Whalley Avenue
(203) 865-0141
Free clothing Wed. and Fri.
10 am noon. Closed July and August
New Haven Home Recovery, Inc.
Martha’s Place
559 Howard Avenue (203) 624-5798
Women and women with children at least
7 years old. Emergency housing, food,
clothing, and other services and length of
stay program. Hours: 9 am-5 pm
Curfew: 9 pm
5.
St. Raphael Auxiliary Thrift Shop
1386 Chapel Street
(203> 789-3312
Discount clothing. Mon.
lOam 3:30 pm
Fri.
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lmmanuel Baptist Church Clothes Closet
1324 Chapel Street
(203) 777.8744
Free clothing, Thurs. noon —2 pm
St. Martin DePorres Church
136 Dixwell Avenue
Tues. 8:30
8.
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9:30 am
St. Luke’s Church
111 Whalley Avenue
Wed.8—9am
14. St. Paul UAME Church
150 Dwight Street
Fri,8-lOam
St. Matthew’s Church
400 Dixwell Avenue (203) 777-0472
Sat. 8 9 am
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15. St. Mary’s UFB Church
49 Goffe Street
th Sat. of month lOam
4
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1 pm free lunch
Free Lunch:
Christian Community Action
168 Davenport Avenue (203) 777-7848
(203) 777-7923 fax
Shelter & other services for families (at
least I adult & 1 child) Open 9am 5 pm
16.
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17.
Domestic Violence Services
of Greater New Haven
shelter location confidential
(203) 865-1957 or
(203) 789.8104(24 hour hotline)
(203) 562-9450 fax
Emergency shelter and other support
services for women and children who are
victims of domestic violence and abuse.
Provide services to male victims
but not shelter.
Community Soup Kitchen
ChristChurch
84 Broadway (203) 624-4594
St. Thomas More Soup Kitchen
268 Park Street (203) 777-5537
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Morning Star Freewill Holiness Church
125 Dixwell Avenue
Mon.9—10 am
13.
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Immanuel Baptist Church Food Pantry
1324 Chapel Street
Every other Tues. 10 am noon
10.
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Clothing
7.
Salvation Army
450 George Street (203) 624-9891
Emergency food assistance
Mon., Wed. and Fri. 9 am noon.
Call for information on other programs
such as clothing and utility assistance.
Wed. 12—1 pm
8. St. Luke’s Church
111 Whalley Avenue (865.0141)
Tues, & Thurs. women & Children only
12—1 pm
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Immanuel Baptist Church
1324 Chapel Street (203) 777-8744
Sun. 12:30 1 pm (summer)
continued
Sun 1:30—2 pm (winter)
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2. Seasonal Overflow for Men
232 Cedar St
Contact Columbus House,
773-9673; (mm October-May
‘I, Emergency Shelter
Management Services, Inc.
645 Grand Avenue
777*2522
Overnight Sheito dlnne
breakfast; Doors open at 4
PM, out by 7:30 AM; referral
needed after 9PM.
Single men
toirn shelter for single men
and women; other swvlces
available. Doors open at
4:30 PM.
Columbus House
586 Lila Grasso Blvd
773-9673
401-4400
773-1430 (fax)
Emergency shelter and longer
Single men and women
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Shelter and other services (or
families (at least one adult and
one child)
ChristIan Community
Action
168 Davenport Avenue
777-7848
777-7923 (fax)
Women and or women with
children. Emergency housing,
food, clothing, and other son’
Icos, Hours: 9 AM-5 PM. Out
by 9AM.
624-5798
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4. Women in Crisls’Shelter
pant,) clothlng seivlces
length of stay proüram.
Open 9-5.
3. New Haven Home flecovery
Inc. Careways Program
559 Howard Avenue
492-4866 ext. 14
492-4866.
Emergency sh&te food
chffdren
Emergency shelter (or preg
nant women and women with
Life Haven
447 Ferry Street
776-6208
777-5949 (lax)
Single women; Women
with children; Families
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Youth Continuum/Helping
our Society to Survive
(HOSTS)
84 DeWitt Street
777-8445
Emergency shelter for youth
under age 16. Other nonemergency services for youth
up to age 21.
Youth
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to a panhandler.
Somçtirnes a person on the street may
claith to need a dollar or two to get into a
shelter. While many shelters do ask for
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denied emergency shelter if he or she can
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pay. Often, shelters request that those who
can’t pay do a chore in lieu df the
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A Note on Shelter Fees
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and children who are victims
of domestic violence and
support services (or women
Emergency shelter and other
Domestic Violence Services
of Greater New Haven
shelter location confidential
865-1957
562-9450 (fax)
789-6104 (24-hour hotline)
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Sundays only October— may:
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Slifka Center for Jewish Life
(on Yale Campus)
80 Wall Street (next to Naples Pizza)
Kosher Meal
Sun. 5—6 pm
20.
Fridays only September— May
Free dinner:
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Free dinner: continued
Free dinner: continued
Church of Christ
16 Gem Street (203) 776-2992
Second & fourth Fri. of the month
12—4pm
DESK (Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen)
Central Kitchen, Dining Hall & Pantry
311 Temple Street (basement entrance,
Center Church, Parish House behind the
Public Library)
Mon. through Thurs. 5:45 — 6:45 pm
Sun, 5:00 6 pm In addition to serving
dinner at these times, DESK coordinates
with Yale Hunger Heros offering evening
meals at 2 following sites (Sept May only)
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Varick AME Zion Church
242 Dixwell Avenue (203) 624-6245
Mon.6—7pm
United Church
Parish House
323 Temple St:eet
(corner of Temple & Wall)
Fri. 5:45 — 6:45 pm
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