Connecticut Disability Resources
If you just got hurt on the job, received a diagnosis, or need to understand what Connecticut offers for people with disabilities, this page covers the major programs and how to access them.
Workers' Compensation
The Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission handles claims for employees injured on the job.
What to do if you're hurt at work:- Report the injury to your employer immediately.
- Seek medical treatment. You may choose your own doctor.
- Your employer must report the injury to their insurer.
- Notify your employer within 1 year of the injury (but report as soon as possible).
- File a formal claim within 1 year if benefits are not paid voluntarily.
- All Connecticut employers must carry workers' compensation insurance (with very limited exceptions).
- Benefits include medical care, temporary total or partial disability, permanent partial disability, and death benefits.
- Temporary total disability pays 75% of after-tax average weekly wage.
- Phone: 860-223-9000
- Web: wcc.state.ct.us
State Disability Programs
Connecticut does not have a state disability insurance program but does have CT Paid Leave, which provides paid leave for serious health conditions.
- CT Paid Leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for serious health conditions, caring for a family member, or bonding with a new child.
- Apply at ctpaidleave.org
Medicaid
Connecticut Medicaid is called HUSKY Health.
Key programs for people with disabilities:- HUSKY C covers adults with disabilities.
- HUSKY D covers low-income adults.
- Home and Community-Based Services waivers.
- Medicaid for Employed Disabled (MED-Connect).
- Online at accesshealthct.com or connect.ct.gov
- By phone: 1-855-626-6632
- Web: ct.gov/husky
Vocational Rehabilitation
Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS) under the Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services provides VR services. Services offered:- Career counseling and job placement
- Assistive technology
- Education and training
- Supported employment
- Transition services for youth
- Phone: 860-424-4844 / 1-800-537-2549
- Web: portal.ct.gov/brs
Disability Rights
Disability Rights Connecticut is the state's federally designated Protection and Advocacy organization. Contact:- Phone: 860-297-4300 / 1-800-842-7303
- Web: disrightsct.org
Veterans Services
The Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs provides state-level assistance.
Contact:- Phone: 860-616-3603
- Web: portal.ct.gov/DVA
State Employment Protections
Connecticut has strong disability employment protections under the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act. Applies to employers with 1 or more employees.
Where to file a complaint:- Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO): 860-541-3400 / 1-800-477-5737
- Web: portal.ct.gov/chro
Key Contacts
| Agency | Phone | Website | |--------|-------|---------| | Workers' Compensation Commission | 860-223-9000 | wcc.state.ct.us | | CT Paid Leave | See website | ctpaidleave.org | | HUSKY Health (Medicaid) | 1-855-626-6632 | ct.gov/husky | | Bureau of Rehabilitation Services | 1-800-537-2549 | portal.ct.gov/brs | | Disability Rights Connecticut | 1-800-842-7303 | disrightsct.org | | CHRO | 1-800-477-5737 | portal.ct.gov/chro | | Social Security Administration | 1-800-772-1213 | ssa.gov |