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Stories about child protection, mental health and addiction, developmental disabilities, and other vulnerable populations.
After losing SNAP benefits, some CT refugees are struggling to afford food
An estimated 1,745 refugees and asylum seekers are expected to lose SNAP in Connecticut, a DSS spokesperson said.
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CT early childhood educators eligible for new health insurance subsidy in 2027
Many early childhood educators in Connecticut will soon be eligible for help from the state to pay for health insurance.
DCF data reveals new details about child deaths
New DCF data add dimension to an emerging portrait of an agency struggling to meet the needs of the state’s most vulnerable children.
New work requirements could end Medicaid for thousands in CT. What to know
Congress and President Trump revised work requirements in an omnibus federal budget bill last July. Changes take effect Jan. 1, 2027.
New program helps youth in DCF care open their first bank accounts
Liberty Bank created the program for teens in DCF care, allowing them to open and access accounts without the cosign of a parent or guardian.
CT poised to invest again in childcare, pay down pension debt
The state budget is on pace for $412M surplus, all earmarked for childcare. Separately, $1B in off-budget savings will shrink pension debt.
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