RESOURCES FOR
HELP IN CONNECTICUT

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We are not Emergency Responders. Please call 911 if you have an emergency.
This is a list of resources in our area with some National numbers below as well.
 If you know of resources please send to us so we can add them.

Connecticut Statewide

CT CLEARNING HOUSE

Connecticut Clearinghouse is a statewide library and resource center for information on substance use and mental health disorders, prevention and health promotion, treatment and recovery, wellness and other related topics.

Additional/Other

​211 Connecticut - United Way Information and Referral Search Website

Alcoholics Anonymous In Connecticut 

DISASTER 
American Red Cross CT/RI Chapter - Connecticut Red Cross 24/7 CALL  1-877-287-3327 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence - Call 888-774-2900 for help or to talk to someone.

HOMELESSNESS
Connecticut Coalition to end Homelessness - Call  (860) 721-7876

HUMAN TRAFFICKING
Do not at any time attempt to confront a suspected trafficker directly or alert a victim to your suspicions, please call the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Tip-line at 1-866-347-2423

POISON CONTROL 
State Poison Control Center    1-800-222-1222​

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT
​STAMFORD, CT

EMERGENCY SERVICES STAMFORD CT 

CT Alert ENS (Emergency Notification System)  
The CT Alert ENS uses the state’s Enhanced 9-1-1 (E9-1-1) database for location-based notifications to the public for life-threatening emergencies.  But the E9-1-1 database includes only traditional wire-line telephone numbers in the state (the “land line” phone you may have in your home).  Add your cell phone and email address, as well as your home phone - Sign up here for CT Alert.
 
Stamford Police Department

The Stamford Police Department is the sole full-time law enforcement agency responsible for public safety in the city. Non-emergency number: (203) 977-4444
Stamford Fire Department

The mission of the Stamford Fire Departments is to protect the lives and property of all citizens in Stamford in regards to Fire, Emergency Medical and Environmental Emergencies through our education efforts, enforcement of fire code and the dedicated efforts of our highly trained and competent personnel.
Non-emergency number: (203) 977-5555

Fire Marshal
Stamford EMS

A not-for-profit agency, Stamford Emergency Medical Services (SEMS) is a progressive organization with the responsibility to provide pre-hospital emergency care and transport to the citizens and guests of Stamford, Connecticut

Stamford CERT
Stamford's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program educates people about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. Using their training, CERT members are able to assist others in their neighborhood or workplace following an event and can take a more active role in preparing their community. The program is administered by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
To join Stamford's CERT team, please complete the application and forward it to:
Chris Munger
Coordinator, Stamford CERT
Email: CMunger@StamfordCT.gov


Stamford Medical Reserve Corps (MRC)
The MRC program was created after President Bush’s 2002 State of the Union Address, in which he asked all Americans to volunteer in support of their country. The MRC is comprised of organized medical and public health professionals who serve as volunteers to respond to natural disasters and emergencies. These volunteers assist communities nationwide during emergencies and for ongoing efforts in public health.
Click Here: Volunteer for the Stamford Medical Reserve Corps

CHILDREN
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The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford 
ConnectiKids - Helping kids with muscular dystrophy
The Yerwood Center
Center for Children's Advocacy
Child Advocates of SW Connecticut
​Child Guidance Center of Southern CT

CAREER & EDUCATION
Women's Mentoring Network

DOMESTIC ABUSE
Domestic Violence Crisis Center - 24 HOUR HOTLINE 888-774-2900​

HOMELESS SHELTERS STAMFORD:
Inspirica - 203-388-0100
Shelter For The Homeless - 203-348-2792

NORWALK, CT:
Open Door - 203- 866-1057 

NEWTOWN, CT
Dept of Social Services -Town Hall South
Three Main Street
Newtown, CT 06470
Phone:(203) 270-4330​

MENTAL HEALTH
Optimus Behavioral Health - 203-621-3775
DMHAS - 203-388-1600
Dubois Center
CT Rennaisance

PETS/ANIMAL RESCUE/WILDLIFE
Community Cats
Outreach to Pets In Need
PAWS
Pitter Patter Feline Rescue
Project Precious Rescue
STARelief and Pet Assistance
The Wildlife Center of Fairfield County
DEEP Distressed Birds 
Wildlife 

​POVERTY
CTE

SENIOR CITIZENS
Scofield Manor - Stamford, CT.
614 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 329-2388
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