United Way of Connecticut

2-1-1 2-1-1 Child Care Child Development Infoline  |  HUSKY Infoline CRC

Spring Cleaning!
 

Spring is a great time to spruce up. Whether it involves recyclecleaning up the yard or cleaning out the attic, remember to use 2-1-1 as a resource. 2-1-1 contains links to information from cities and towns throughout the state on recycling, bulk waste removal, and disposal of household hazardous waste. Need to know how your town handles waste removal? Search the 2-1-1 database!


Focus on the Young Child

April 13-19 marked the Week of the Young Child, a national event that celebrates children and raises awareness about their needs. United Way of Connecticut offers many resources that focus on children: 2-1-1 Child Care helps families find quality child care and provides resources to child care providers. The Child Development Infoline provides information about early intervention services, developmental concerns, and more. HUSKY Infoline provides information on the HUSKY program and assists families in obtaining coverage.


 

Anniversary of the 2-1-1 Navigator
April marks the 1st anniversary of the 2-1-1 NAVIGATOR, the online tool that instantly determines likely eligibility for State and Federal benefit programs. The 2-1-1 Navigator includes a brief, anonymous survey that asks residents basic questions about themselves. The responses are compared with the eligibility guidelines for 24 programs and a list of programs is generated for which the resident may qualify. Some of the benefit programs include financial assistance. In 2007, 2-1-1 received 33 requests in Rocky Hill.

April is National Autism Awareness Month

This month highlights the growing need for awareness about Autism and gives agencies that are focused on Autism a special opportunity to educate the public. The United Way of Connecticut administers the Birth to Three System web site, which contains links to the recently updated Autism Spectrum Disorders Service Guide #1 and list of Autism-specific programs.


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