February
2021
COMMUNITY CONNECTION
The Next Phase of Connecticut’s COVID Vaccine Rollout Begins on March 1st
The next phase of eligibility for the COVID vaccine begins in Connecticut on March 1st. All Connecticut residents and people who work in Connecticut and are 55 years of age or older will be eligible for the vaccine.

Frontline educators and child care providers will be also be eligible and will be scheduled for appointments through their employers. This includes Pre-K-12 teachers, paraprofessionals, custodial staff, food service providers, school bus drivers, and child care providers as well as in-school administrative staff (but does not include individuals who are not required to work on-site in a school).

211 Connecticut worked in close partnership with the State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health, and vaccine providers across our state to create a list of public COVID-19 Immunization Clinics. The public directory of vaccine clinics is available at www.211ct.org/vaccineclinics.

All vaccine clinics require an appointment to be made in advance. When viewing the directory of vaccine clinics, click on ‘More Details’ for specific information about how you can schedule an appointment at each location.

Those eligible to receive the vaccine who are unable to self-schedule an appointment due to lack of internet access or access to technology, a disability or a language barrier can call the COVID Vaccine Appointment Assist Line at 877-918-2224. The Assist Line is open seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Use MyFreeTaxes to File Your Taxes Online for FREE!
MyFreeTaxes helps people file their taxes for free while getting the assistance they need. United Way provides MyFreeTaxes in partnership with the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.

Visit www.myfreetaxes.com today to get started!

Since 2009, MyFreeTaxes has helped more than 1.3 million taxpayers claim every credit and deduction they deserve. These credits maximize filers’ refunds and provide important opportunities for individuals and families to build financial stability. The MyFreeTaxes filing software is powered by TaxSlayer, which uses the highest industry standards to safeguard your information. 

Need Help from an IRS-Certified Specialist?

Dial 866-698-9435 to get help from an IRS-certified call specialist via the MyFreeTaxes Helpline. The Helpline is open from 10 am-10 pm, seven days a week. 
Access Health CT Special Enrollment Period
Access Health CT’s Special Enrollment Period for uninsured residents will remain open until March 15, 2021.

Click HERE to enroll!

To learn more about Access Health CT visit accesshealthct.com.

Enrollment Checklist: What do you need to complete your application?
  • Dates of Birth
  • Social Security numbers
  • Visa, green card or immigration documents
  • Most recent W2 and/or Form 1040, Form 1099Z
  • Current insurance coverage
  • Paystubs, Profit & Loss statements, or other employment information to confirm income for everyone in your tax household

Need Help? Access Health CT offers free help.
  • Online Line Chat: Visit www.AccessHealthCT.com and click “Live Chat”
  • Phone: 1-855-805-4325, Mon. – Fri. 8 AM – 4 PM
  • In-person help at either of AHCT’s Navigator partner locations:
  • Project Access New Haven located at 63 York Street in New Haven, CT.
  • Community Renewal Team located at 330 Market Street in Hartford, CT. 
Hartford Opportunity Youth Collaborative (HOYC) Training and Employment Navigation Tool
The HOYC Youth Navigation Tool is designed to promote access and engagement to training, employment and educational resources for youth.

Click HERE to complete a brief survey relating to your educational needs, career interests, and desired services. The Tool will then direct you to a list of programs and services tailored to your individual survey responses.

Find resources designed for you!

To lean more, click HERE.
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