DIAL 211
Social Service Information Line
WHAT IS 211?
A single, easy-to-remember phone system to help individuals locate health and human service resources across Connecticut
HOW DOES 211 WORK?
Just dial 211 to talk to information and referral specialists. 211 is free, confidential and available 24/7
GENERAL ASSISTANCE
Padres Abriendo Puertas (PAP) 860-297-4391
Al-Anon/Al-A-Teen 1-888-425-2666
Alcohol/Drug Abuse Hotline 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
HELP Eating Disorders Hotline 1-888-236-1188
LGBTQ+ Hotline 1-800-850-8078
National AIDS Hotline 1-800-342-2437
National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-422-4453
National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
National Runaway Switchboard 1-800-621-4000
National Youth Crisis Hotline 1-800-448-4663
Nine Line (Teens in Crisis) 1-800-999-9999
Planned Parenthood 1-800-230-PLAN
Teen AIDS Hotline 1-800-440-TEEN
Textual Harassment www.thatsnotcool.com
FOOD ASSISTANCE
EAST HAVEN FOOD PANTRY
39 Park Place
East Haven, CT 06512
203-467-4668
WHEAT INC.
674 Washington Ave West Haven CT
203-931-9877
BRANFORD FOOD PANTRY
30 Harrison Ave 06405
203-481-3663
WATER AND HEATING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Sign up for the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) and the Connecticut Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
Step 1: Scan the QR code or visit the link to submit your request: https://dphsubmissions.ct.gov VaccinePlusUtilityAssistance
Step 2: Get a call back in 2-3 days from your local Community Action Agency https://www.cafca.org/agencies
Step 3: Receive up to $1,000 in water assistance and $1,015 in heating assistance this winter
Check your eligibility and learn more: