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SWINE FLU INFO - Swine flu is a respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses that regularly cause outbreaks in pigs. For more information about swine flu, consult the State of Connecticut Flu Watch web page.
United Way 2-1-1 Conducts Tax Credit Outreach Campaign - United Way of Connecticut is once again conducting its Tax Credits Outreach Campaign to inform and educate families about their eligibility for federal tax credits. Information on the Earned Income Tax Credit, the Child Tax Credit and the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credits, were sent to approximately 75,000 families and early care professionals associated with UWC programs. (more)
State Residents have been Dialing 2-1-1 for 10 Years - United Way 2-1-1 is celebrating its 10th anniversary as the number to call for all health and human services referrals. On February 11, 1999, Connecticut became the first state to implement a statewide 2-1-1 system. 2-1-1 now typically handles over 300,000 calls annually. (more)
United Way of Connecticut Announces New President & CEO - Richard J. Porth has been appointed United Way of Connecticut’s new President and CEO by the organization’s Board of Directors, effective October 1, 2008. Mr. Porth brings to this position thirty years of relevant experience in the state and local government, foundation and nonprofit sectors in Connecticut and New Jersey. >>
Lead Preventio n - According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly a quarter of a million children living in the U.S. have blood lead levels high enough to cause significant damage to their health. A 2-1-1 Specialist is your connection to Lead Poisoning Screening, Lead Testing, Lead Safe Homes and Treatment Centers, Lead-Related Developmental, Educational, Environmental and Housing Information and more.
Connecticut’s New Affordable Health Care – The CHARTER OAK HEALTH PLAN is Connecticut’s health insurance plan for adults 19 through 64 years of age. There are no income or asset limits to qualify and pre-existing conditions are not a factor in determining eligibility. Premiums will be subsidized for people whose income is below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level. For more information or to get an application, go to www.charteroakhealthplan.com or call 1-877-77-CTOAK (1-877-772-8625).
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