Governor's Order For Safe Stores/Governor's Update
April 4, 2020The Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) has issued simple guidance in both English and Spanish for stores and grocery stores regarding safety measures contained in Governor Lamont's Executive Order 7S.
Access Health Enrollment Extended
April 2, 2020As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to threaten public health, Access Health CT announced it has extended the NEW SPECIAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD for these exceptional circumstances through April 17, 2020 for qualified UNINSURED Connecticut residents. To see if you qualify call between 8AM – 5PM, Monday - Friday at 1- 855-365-2428; TTY: 1-855-789-2428. AccessHealthCT.com
FAQ: Housing/Utility & Nutrition Assistance - COVID Situmulus
April 2, 2020Last week, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, and it was signed into law by President Trump on Friday. To help Connecticut residents understand the details of the bill and how it can potentially provide assistance during the COVID-19 crisis, Senator Chris Murphy's office has compiled a list of frequently asked questions. Addressed below are questions relating to housing and issues related to utility and nutrition assistance.
Covid-19 Comprehensive Info-Guide
April 1, 2020It has been another jam-packed week of ever-changing information from our local, state, and federal partners as the COVID-19 health crisis continues to permeate almost every part of our daily lives. We know that it can be overwhelming, so please, first and foremost, focus on yourself and those within your care. As a good friend and colleague likes to remind us: “You must put the oxygen mask on yourself first. Otherwise, what good are you to anyone else?”
Norwalk Emergency Orders - COVID-19
March 30, 2020I wanted to share three critical emergency orders issued by Mayor Rilling starting tonight at 8:00pm. For more information, and local updates please click HERE.
Stimulus Package FAQ- Direct Payments & Unemployment Insurance
March 30, 2020Last week, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, and it was signed into law by President Trump on Friday. To help Connecticut residents understand the details of the bill and how it can potentially provide assistance during the COVID-19 crisis, Senator Chris Murphy's office has compiled a list of frequently asked questions. Addressed below are questions relating to direct payments and unemployment insurance.
COVID-19 Relief for Small Businesses and Non-Profits
March 26, 2020Yesterday afternoon, Governor Lamont announced that his administration has launched a zero-interest loan program to bring relief to Connecticut small businesses and nonprofits that have been impacted by COVID-19.
COVID-19 Virtual Town Hall Meeting For Employees and Employers
March 26, 2020Virtual Town Hall for Small Businesses TONIGHT with Governor Ned Lamont, Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, and U.S. Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro. Need to know what the state is doing to support employees and employers during the pandemic.